MACC Nabs Enforcement Officer for Alleged Bribery
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) in Kuala Lumpur has detained an enforcement officer suspected of accepting a RM50,000 bribe from an agent.
Allegations of Bribery
The alleged bribe was made to avoid enforcement action against an entertainment centre suspected of hiring foreign workers without valid permits. According to an MACC source, the male suspect, in his 40s, was arrested at around midnight when he was at the anti- graft agency’s Kuala Lumpur office to give a statement.
Arrest and Investigation
The suspect allegedly accepted the RM50,000 in cash from the agent, according to the source. The case is being investigated under Section 17(a) of the MACC Act 2009. Kuala Lumpur MACC director Fauzi Husin confirmed the arrest and said the suspect was released on MACC bail after his statement was recorded.
Background on the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) was established in 2009 with the mission to investigate and prevent corruption. The commission works to promote transparency and accountable governance, and to ensure the country’s resources are managed in a fair and transparent manner.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC)?
A: The MACC is an independent body responsible for investigating and preventing corruption in Malaysia.
Q: What is the alleged bribery case involving the enforcement officer?
A: The enforcement officer is suspected of accepting a RM50,000 bribe from an agent to avoid enforcement action against an entertainment centre suspected of hiring foreign workers without valid permits.
Q: What is the current status of the investigation?
A: The case is being investigated under Section 17(a) of the MACC Act 2009, and the suspect was released on MACC bail after his statement was recorded.