Journalist to Be Released Today After Being Held in Bribery Probe
Petaling Jaya: A journalist from an online media portal, who was remanded over allegations of soliciting a bribe from a foreign worker agent, is set to be released today.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki confirmed the news, stating that the journalist will be released in the afternoon.
Confirmation from MACC Chief Commissioner
Tan Sri Azam Baki, the MACC Chief Commissioner, made the announcement, saying, "We will release him today afternoon," to New Straits Times. This comes as a relief to the journalist, who has been held in remand for an undisclosed period, assisting in a bribery case probe.
Background of the Case
The journalist was arrested and remanded after being accused of soliciting a bribe from a foreign worker agent. The exact nature of the allegations and the details of the case have not been made public, but it is understood that the journalist was held to assist in the investigation and provide information.
Release Expected
The expected release of the journalist comes as a welcome development, with many in the media and the public eagerly awaiting the outcome. The journalist’s detention has sparked concerns about the impact on press freedom and the role of the media in the country.
Timeline of Events
- [Insert date]: Journalist arrested and remanded over allegations of soliciting a bribe from a foreign worker agent
- [Insert date]: MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki confirms journalist’s release
- [Insert date]: Journalist expected to be released in the afternoon
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the reason for the journalist’s arrest and remand?
A: The journalist was arrested and remanded over allegations of soliciting a bribe from a foreign worker agent.
Q: How long has the journalist been held in remand?
A: The exact duration of the journalist’s detention has not been disclosed.
Q: What is the current status of the case?
A: The journalist is expected to be released today afternoon, according to MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki.
Q: What are the implications of this case on press freedom?
A: The case has raised concerns about the impact of the journalist’s detention on press freedom and the role of the media in the country.