KUALA PILAH, Sept 7 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) will reveal the latest developments in several high-profile cases on Tuesday.
These include 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).
MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the commission will also provide details on cases related to the Op Sikaro investigation, oil and gas solutions provider Sapura Energy Bhd, as well as several other cases under investigation since last year.
He said investigations under Op Sikaro are still ongoing, with MACC officers tracing large sums of money obtained through illegal activities across hundreds of accounts.
“As for the DBKL-related issue, the probe has been completed. For now, the case has been referred to the Public Prosecutor for review and recommendation. I hope charges can be filed at the latest after Malaysia Day or in the first week of October,” he told reporters.
He said this after officiating Balai Raya Kampung Terentang in conjunction with the 'Satu Pemimpin Satu Kampung' (Santuni Madani) programme here today.
In the DBKL case, MACC detained three individuals last month, including a senior officer of Jusa B grade, a company owner and a member of the public, on suspicion of being involved in corruption since 2014.
In addition, Azam said the commission is working to complete all high-profile investigations promptly to avoid negative public perceptions that MACC may be delaying the process.
He added that most investigations have been expedited, with many cases already leading to punitive actions, including court prosecutions, fines, and internal disciplinary measures by the relevant departments.
The media previously reported that Ismail Sabri had appeared several times at MACC headquarters to assist in investigations into corruption and money laundering involving the handling of funds for promotion and publicity of the "Keluarga Malaysia" programme during his tenure as prime minister from August 2021 to November 2022.
