Four ex-officers of Ismail Sabri probed for alleged graft, money laundering, says MACC
NEW STRAITS TIMES
February 23, 2025
MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki. - NSTP FILE PICKUALA LUMPUR: The four former officers of former prime minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, who were recently arrested by graftbusters, are being investigated for alleged corruption and money laundering.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission believes these allegations involve millions of ringgit in funds.
MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki confirmed this to the New Straits Times today.
He added that the four were arrested over allegations pertaining to corruption and money laundering.
"I can say that it involves quite a hefty amount. To the tune of millions," he said.
Azam added that the investigation is being led by the Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Division.
"Investigations have been opened under Section 16(a) of the MACC Act (for soliciting, accepting, or agreeing to accept a bribe)," he said.
Those found guilty could face imprisonment for up to 20 years and a fine of either five times the amount of gratification involved or RM10,000, whichever is higher.
Earlier today, it was reported that four people had been arrested by the MACC.
An MACC source confirmed the arrests, stating that a remand order had been obtained against them at the magistrate's court on Friday.
Magistrate Irza Zulaikha issued a five-day remand order for three of the four people, starting Friday.
The fourth person was remanded for three days and released today.
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