MACC nabs ex-CEO on suspicion of power abuse, misappropriating RM1.2bil


PUTRAJAYA: A former chief executive officer of a statutory body has been arrested by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) on suspicion of power abuse and misappropriation of development funds worth RM1.2bil.

The suspect, who is in his 60s, was arrested at 8pm on Wednesday (May 15) night, after he was summoned to have his statement recorded.

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