Serious allegations of domestic violence have led to the arrest and police interrogation of Dr. Robert Aquilina, a public figure and currently the Notary to the Archdiocese of Malta. The case, which has now become a matter of public concern, is being handled by the Domestic Violence Unit at Police Headquarters.
Robert Aquilina
According to official sources, the victim — Aquilina’s wife — lodged a detailed report accusing him of years of physical assault, psychological control, threats, and confinement. She told police she had repeatedly been locked inside a bedroom and pressured to reveal who she was speaking to, under the threat of violence. She also described a controlling pattern of behaviour dating back several years.
Police immediately carried out a risk assessment, standard procedure in domestic violence cases. The findings were deeply alarming: the situation was deemed high-risk, indicating serious and immediate concern for the victim’s safety.
Despite the gravity of the case, no immediate arraignment or charges have yet been announced—a delay that has drawn criticism from victim advocacy groups and the public.
Latest From Police Headquarters: Defence Line Under Scrutiny
New information emerging from within Police Headquarters has shed further light on the case. According to officials familiar with the interrogation, Dr. Aquilina’s primary line of defence is to claim that his wife suffers from mental health issues and that her allegations are fabricated.
This line of defence has sparked strong reaction from experts in the field of domestic abuse. Professionals who spoke to this portal stated clearly:
“This is a typical defence used by domestic abusers to discredit their victims and avoid accountability.”
Such tactics, they noted, are well-documented in psychological and legal studies on domestic violence, and are designed to shift focus away from the abuse by questioning the credibility of the survivor.
Ecclesiastical and Institutional Fallout
Dr. Aquilina currently holds the position of Notary to the Archdiocese of Malta, a role that carries both legal and moral weight within the Church. As of now, the Archdiocese has not issued any public statement regarding his status or whether any disciplinary or precautionary measures will be taken.
Public pressure is mounting, especially given the Church’s public commitment to justice, transparency, and the safeguarding of vulnerable individuals. Many are now questioning whether Dr. Aquilina’s position is ethically tenable, pending the outcome of investigations.
This is a developing story. Further updates will follow as more information becomes available.
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