Putrajaya: The Malaysian International Humanitarian Organisation (MHO) has urged the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) to investigate several companies believed to be running investment schemes that left 276 individuals suffering losses amounting to nearly RM104.9 million.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, MHO's secretary-general, Datuk Hishamuddin Hashim, reported that the organization had received complaints from victims who encountered various issues after participating in property and Shariah Redeemable Shares (i-RPS) investment programs offered by several local companies. The victims claimed that these companies misappropriated their investment capital for purposes that were neither disclosed nor agreed upon.

The victims are urging MACC to conduct a thorough investigation into the issues under Section 18 of the MACC Act. This plea was made public during a press conference held after a report was lodged at the MACC Headquarters, where some of the victims were also present.

Hishamuddin elaborated on the companies' modus operandi, which involved using prominent individuals to persuade the public to invest. "They used big names, including company directors with the title 'Tan Sri' and well-known syariah advisors, which made the complainants confident enough to invest," he stated.

He further assured that the victims are ready to cooperate fully with MACC and are prepared to submit complete documentation to assist in the investigation.