KUALA LUMPUR: The Prime Minister has made it clear that any wrongdoing linked to the alleged “corporate mafia” scandal will not be protected, says Datuk Fahmi Fadzil.
The PKR information chief said this applies even if the allegations involve party members or MPs, including those from the government.
“PKR will leave it to the authorities to investigate the allegations,” he said, adding that the party would give its full cooperation to enforcement agencies if required.
Meanwhile, Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said authorities are aware of the whereabouts of businessman Victor Chin.
“We know where he is,” he said after the 219th Police Day celebrations at Pulapol Kuala Lumpur.
Speaking at an earlier press conference, Saifuddin Nasution said Chin is being investigated by both the police’s Anti-Money Laundering Act unit and the Securities Commission (SC).
When asked whether Chin’s passport would be revoked, he said the matter will be decided in due course.
“Let us take it step by step. Whether or not we will eventually revoke his travel documents, I leave it to the ongoing investigation,” he said.
On March 16, police confirmed raiding several premises linked to Chin in Kemensah and Sungai Long, Kajang, in a joint operation with the SC as part of the probe.
On a separate matter, Saifuddin Nasution stressed that authorities do not arrest suspects – especially minors – without justification, particularly in cases involving extremism.
“Some may believe that their age exempts them from involvement. However, investigations clearly show their interest in violent doctrines when we examine their devices.
“The structure is multilayered, and there will be further arrests,” he said.
He added that he had been in contact with the parents of those detained and had explained the reasons behind the arrests.
“We found evidence of access to extremist websites and related materials. There is also a hierarchy within the group, with individuals above the age of 30 at the top.
“At 17 or 18, one should already understand the risks of being involved in activities that pose a threat to security. This is clearly outlined in the Penal Code,” Saifuddin Nasution said.
Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail had earlier said police arrested six Malaysian youths, including three minors, for suspected involvement in extremist activities.
The suspects, aged between 16 and 21, were detained in coordinated raids on Feb 14 and 15 across the Klang Valley, Johor, Kedah and Terengganu.
