Sabah Water Department Corruption Case: Judge Sets Date for Verdict
The Kota Kinabalu sessions court has fixed December 4 to deliver a decision on the RM61.5 million Sabah water department corruption case. Judge Abu Bakar Manat set the date after hearing submissions from the three accused: former Sabah water department director Ag Tahir Ag Talib, his wife Fauziah Piut, and former deputy director Lim Lam Beng.
Key Facts of the Case
- The trio pleaded not guilty in 2019 to 37 counts of money laundering involving RM61.57 million and unlawful possession of luxury items.
- Ag Tahir Ag Talib faces 11 charges, Fauziah 19 charges, and they are jointly charged on two counts, with Tahir facing one other charge.
- The alleged offences were committed between October 4 and November 4, 2016, at various locations in Kota Kinabalu, Sembulan, and Kuala Lumpur.
Court Hearings and Submissions
The court heard submissions from the three accused, with Judge Abu Bakar Manat setting the date for the verdict. The judge will deliver a decision on the case on December 4.
Charges and Allegations
- Ag Tahir Ag Talib is alleged to have committed the offences with his wife, Fauziah Piut, at an office in Kota Kinabalu, a house in Sembulan, and at several bank branches.
- Fauziah is alleged to have committed the offences with her husband at the same locations, as well as at a condominium in Sulaman, Sabah, and in Kuala Lumpur.
- Lim Lam Beng is alleged to have been in possession of cash amounting to RM2.38 million between October 13 and November 8, 2016.
Conclusion
The verdict on the RM61.5 million Sabah water department corruption case is expected to be delivered on December 4. The three accused, Ag Tahir Ag Talib, Fauziah Piut, and Lim Lam Beng, have pleaded not guilty to the charges and will await the court’s decision.
FAQs
- What is the nature of the case?
- The case involves allegations of money laundering and the possession of luxury items, with a total value of RM61.57 million.
- Who are the accused?
- Ag Tahir Ag Talib, his wife Fauziah Piut, and former deputy director Lim Lam Beng.
- What are the charges against them?
- Ag Tahir faces 11 charges, Fauziah 19 charges, and they are jointly charged on two counts, with Tahir facing one other charge.
- When is the verdict expected?
- The verdict is expected to be delivered on December 4.