Penang MACC nabs retired army officer over alleged bribery


GEORGE TOWN: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) in Penang has arrested a retired army officer for allegedly receiving about RM405,000 in bribes from a company owner in connection with the sale of the Malaysian Armed Forces Veterans Association’s (PVATM) assets at below market value.

Sources said the suspect, in his 60s, was detained at around 10am on Monday (Oct 13) when he appeared at the Penang MACC office to give his statement.

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