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‘How can you say it’s a miracle when it’s a tragedy for someone else’ - Father of Rabat crash survivor
His son, Matthew survived the crash that tragically claimed the life of 19-year-old Julian.

Jillian Mallia

Over the weekend, news spread of a tragic accident that claimed the life of 19-year-old Julian Spiteri. His friend, who was also in the car with him, Matthew Tabone survived. Matthew’s father, George Tabone (owner of Gram Collections) penned a heartfelt message on social media following the accident.

“In life, there are moments that you are grateful that the situation is a miracle,” George starts off in his post. “Then how can you say it’s a miracle when it’s a tragedy for someone else.”

“They’re mixed emotions between gratitude and a lot of sadness that only life knows how to give. Fly high piccolo grande dottore,” he said, saluting the memory of young Julian who was studying to become a lawyer.

20th April 2021


Jillian Mallia
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Jillian Mallia
A book lover, writer and globetrotter who loves exploring new places and the local gems that the Maltese Islands have to offer. An avid foodie and arts fanatic, Jillian searches the island and beyond for the perfect settings to write about.

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