Malaysian authorities seeking extradition of 1MDB-linked Tim Leissner


PETALING JAYA: Convicted financier Tim Leissner (pic) is being pursued by Malaysian authorities for extradition due to his involvement in the 1MDB scandal, reports the Wall Street Journal.

The WSJ said Malaysian authorities submitted an extradition request to the US Justice Department in August 2024, and Interpol issued a red notice for the former Goldman Sachs partner in November.

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