MACC chief says investigation papers on former army chief’s corruption case will be finalised by Monday, with charges recommended for two individuals.
PUTRAJAYA: Investigation papers into an alleged corruption case involving a former army chief are expected to be completed by Monday.
Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said he instructed officers to expedite the high-profile case.
“I have instructed that the investigation papers be completed by Monday next week and then submitted to the deputy public prosecutor,” he told a press conference.
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The prosecutor will examine all evidence, including financial transactions and witness statements linked to Malaysian Armed Forces procurement.
Azam confirmed the MACC would recommend that two individuals be charged in the case.
The investigation has entered its final phase after two weeks of intensive work.
During this period, 23 individuals were arrested and 22 investigation papers for corruption offences were opened.
One investigation paper was also opened under the anti-money laundering act, with 30 witness statements recorded.
The case is being probed under Section 17(a) and Section 23 of the MACC Act 2009 for bribery and abuse of power.
It is also investigated under Section 4(1) of the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001.
A key challenge was tracing financial transactions only partially reported by the complainant.
“In corruption cases, we must establish who gave the money,” Azam said.
The MACC obtained bank documents with help from Bank Negara and the banks involved. – Bernama
