MACC refutes Rafizi Ramli’s allegation that it probed PKR election candidates, stating all actions followed standard legal procedures
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has denied an allegation that it was used to investigate candidates in last May’s PKR elections.
The claim was made by former economy minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli in a recent podcast.
In a statement, MACC said the allegation was baseless and that investigations are conducted solely based on complaints or information received.
The commission stated every complaint with merit undergoes verification and investigation according to the law.
It also denied an allegation that MACC officers “surrounded the house” of a particular individual.
“In the case referred to, investigating officers were present at the residence to meet the individual and conduct a search to obtain evidence,” the statement said.
It described this as a standard investigation method, including an element of surprise to prevent evidence disposal.
Officers left after confirming the individual was not at home, according to the commission.
The following day, the individual voluntarily appeared at the MACC office to have his statement recorded.
He was subsequently released without detention.
MACC stated all actions taken were in line with investigative requirements and procedures.
It urged any dissatisfied party to lodge a complaint through official channels like the police or the MACC Complaints Committee.
The commission also called on all parties not to make baseless accusations on social media without evidence.
Such actions could undermine public confidence in the nation’s enforcement institutions, it added. – Bernama
