Kuala lumpur: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) will reveal the latest developments in several high-profile cases on Tuesday, including investigations involving former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, senior officers of Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL), and the Maju Expressway Extension Project (MEX II).
According to BERNAMA News Agency, MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki stated that the commission will also provide details on cases related to the Op Sikaro investigation, oil and gas solutions provider Sapura Energy Berhad, as well as several other cases under investigation since last year. He noted that for Op Sikaro, investigations are still ongoing, and a significant amount of money obtained through illicit activities has been traced, with MACC officers continuing their analysis due to the involvement of hundreds of accounts.
In regard to the DBKL-related issue, Azam mentioned that the investigation has been completed and the case has been referred to the Public Prosecutor for review and recommendation for prosecution in court. He expressed hope that charges could be filed by Malaysia Day or in the first week of October. He shared these comments after officiating Balai Raya Kampung Terentang as part of the 'Satu Pemimpin Satu Kampung' (Santuni MADANI) programme.
In the DBKL case, MACC detained three individuals last month, including a senior officer at Jusa B grade, a company owner, and a member of the public, on suspicion of involvement in corruption since 2014. Additionally, Azam highlighted that the commission is striving to complete all high-profile investigations promptly to counteract negative public perceptions that MACC may be delaying the process.
He further elaborated that most investigations have been expedited, including the preparation of investigation papers, and that many cases have resulted in punitive actions such as court prosecutions, fines, and internal disciplinary measures by the relevant departments. Previously, media reports indicated that Ismail Sabri had appeared several times at MACC headquarters to assist in investigations related to corruption and money laundering concerning the expenditure and procurement of funds for the 'Keluarga Malaysia' programme during his term as prime minister from August 2021 to November 2022.