Suspect released due to heart condition.
A money changer arrested last Monday in connection with a corruption and money laundering case linked to Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has ties to funds previously seized by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC).
An MACC source revealed that the suspect converted Malaysian Ringgit into various foreign currencies.
“Various foreign currencies were involved, including those found and seized by MACC in previous raids,” the source stated.
During a press conference on 3 March, MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki confirmed that approximately RM170 million in multiple currencies and 16kg of gold bullion had been seized in raids, including from a ‘safehouse’ linked to the case.
Yesterday, Azam confirmed the money changer was the latest individual detained in the probe. The suspect was remanded for two days to assist with investigations but was released after experiencing heart complications.
Meanwhile, Azam noted that the process of recording Ismail Sabri’s statement could take several more days.
“I cannot predict when this process will be completed, but I can say it will take several more sessions. The statement-recording process is ongoing, and many more individuals will be questioned,” he said.