PETALING JAYA: Businessman Victor Chin Boon Long has issued a public apology to individuals and organisations affected by the fallout from an ongoing anti-money laundering probe linked to him.
In a personal statement, Chin expressed regret over the situation, saying it had spiralled beyond his control and expectations.
“I would like to sincerely apologise to everyone who has been affected, directly or indirectly, because of me and the ongoing situation surrounding me,” he said, adding that the scale of the consequences was “beyond my imagination”.
He acknowledged that many individuals, including business associates, investors and even those with minimal or no direct connection, had been caught up in the matter.
“To everyone mentioned, and to those not named but equally affected, your only connection to this situation is knowing me, working with me, or believing in me,” he said.
Earlier Thursday (March 19), Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail said that investigations into Chin were being carried out under the Anti-Money Laundering Act (AMLA).
Chin said he was deeply sorry for the distress caused, adding that he would spend “the rest of my days trying to make it up”.
He also urged those affected not to lose hope.
“Do not give up or sink into depression and despair. Please keep moving forward,” he said, reaffirming his belief that “the truth will prevail one day”.
In his statement, Chin also apologised to Transport Minister Anthony Loke and said sorry for any unintended damage to his reputation.
“It has been my honour to have met you during several MMAG Aviation Consortium-related events,” he said.
He also expressed regret over the circulation of photographs taken at public events, which he said may have caused “unnecessary attention or embarrassment”.
Chin also extended apologies to a wide range of individuals and entities, including former senior civil servants, law enforcement officers, corporate figures and companies.
Among those mentioned were former Public Service Department director-general Tan Sri Mohd Khairul Adib, members of corporate boards, including former inspector-general of police Tan Sri Razaruddin Husain, as well as representatives from financial institutions, investors and employees.
He also apologised to corporations such as MMAG Holdings and NexG, alongside bankers, fund managers and affected staff.
Chin said the situation had also taken a personal toll on his family, extending his apology to parents, spouses, children and siblings of those affected.
“All you ever did was believe in me and stand by me. Instead, I only brought pain and suffering into your lives,” he said.
Despite the challenges, Chin reaffirmed his attachment to the country.
“I love you always, Malaysia — my birthplace, my home,” he added.
