MACC intensifies investigation with new raids and cash seizures tied to corruption case

KOTA KINABALU: In a significant escalation of its investigation into a politician’s alleged corruption, the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has raided two more safehouses, uncovering RM321,000 in cash in addition to the RM5 million in foreign currency already seized.

MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki revealed that these latest operations occurred on Sunday (Oct 13) across the Klang Valley and Kuala Lumpur regions.

“To date, we have arrested four individuals and taken statements from 15 witnesses,” he stated.

The arrested individuals include a company director, a 45-year-old former official from Mentri Besar Selangor Incorporated, a 43-year-old former driver, and a 46-year-old woman who previously served as a financial officer. Azam mentioned that the driver was released after just one day due to health issues related to prostate cancer, while two others were released on MACC bail on Oct 13, with one remaining in custody until Oct 15.

He expressed confidence that more funds may be invested in Singapore and held in other banks, affirming that investigations would continue. “We anticipate further raids, arrests, and witness summons as part of the inquiry under the MACC Act and the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001 (AMLA),” he added.

When asked whether the implicated politician is currently serving in government or inactive, he indicated that the investigation is still ongoing.