KUALA LUMPUR: Three of the four children of the late Tun Daim Zainuddin, who are being sought by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) to assist in an investigation, are currently overseas, says Immigration director-general Datuk Zakaria Shaaban.
He said Immigration Department records showed that the three left Malaysia at the end of January and in early February.
However, he said one of the four children, who had previously been recorded as having travelled abroad, has since returned to the country.
“Yes, I can confirm that they have left Malaysia, except for one who currently has no record of leaving the country,” he said.
Zakaria said the department would provide the necessary information to the MACC based on its records, adding that the current locations of the individuals could not be disclosed as investigations were ongoing.
On Friday, the MACC said it was locating four children of the former finance minister to assist in an investigation under Section 36(1)(b) of the MACC Act 2009.
In a statement, the commission named the individuals as Asnida Abdul Daim, whose last known address was in Country Heights, Kajang, Selangor; Md Wira Dani Abdul Daim, last known to reside in Taman Melawati, Ulu Klang; and Muhammed Amir Zainuddin and Muhammed Amin Zainuddin, both of whom had last known addresses in Bukit Tunku, Kuala Lumpur.
Meanwhile, Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail said Bukit Aman is conducting a comprehensive investigation before taking any further action over allegations of attempts to topple the government and undermine national stability.
He said the probe requires sufficient time and cannot be rushed to ensure every aspect is thoroughly examined.
“The investigation requires adequate time and cannot be hurried to ensure fairness and transparency in the legal process. Any action will only be taken after all details have been carefully and professionally scrutinised,” he said.
He added that the matter remains under police investigation and urged all parties to remain patient.
“The probe will be carried out professionally based on the facts and evidence obtained. If there are any developments, we will inform the public,” Mohd Khalid said.
Meanwhile, MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said a thorough and professional investigation must also be conducted into the same issue.
He said police had received a report from an individual prior to the statements issued by the IGP and the Attorney General’s Chambers (AGC).
“I leave it to the police to conduct a detailed, transparent and professional investigation. In my view, when we speak about national sovereignty, it is a serious matter that must be investigated as thoroughly as possible,” he said when contacted.
The alleged movement is believed to involve a prominent local figure and an international media agency.
On Friday, the IGP said investigations had commenced following a report lodged on Thursday.
He said the probe is being conducted by the Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department Special Investigation Unit.
The case is being investigated under Section 124B of the Penal Code, which relates to activities detrimental to parliamentary democracy, whether directly or indirectly.
In a statement, the AGC said any party found to be involved, if proven, must be held accountable under existing laws, regardless of position or background.
The AGC added that it views the matter seriously, as any action or plan that threatens public order, political stability and national security strikes at the foundations of the parliamentary democratic system and the rule of law.
