PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) denies the existence of a "corporate mafia".
"The allegations are believed to have originated from an online blog with no identifiable owner, author or clear accountability.
"The MACC completely rejects these unfounded allegations. The MACC views the dissemination of such false accusations with utmost seriousness, particularly when they may undermine public confidence in lawful enforcement actions," it said in a statement on Tuesday (Feb 24).
"The MACC also considers this a recycled issue deliberately revived to tarnish the commission's image and reputation.
"All investigations are conducted based on evidence in accordance with the law and subject to established legal processes," it said.
The MACC added that the police are currently investigating the matter and that it would cooperate fully.
"The MACC urges any individual who possesses credible information or evidence relating to corruption or misconduct to lodge an official report with relevant authorities.
"Submitting information through lawful channels enables investigations to be conducted in an orderly and fair manner in accordance with due process, rather than through trial by media or publications lacking credible evidence.
Previously Bloomberg reported on the existence of a "corporate mafia" and allegations of chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki's shareholding.
Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar had previously said that the Special Investigation Committee convened on Thursday (Feb 19) to record Azam's explanation about his alleged shareholding.
