After calling in 115 witnesses and detaining seven suspects, MACC now weighs foreign forensic help to untangle Tabung Haji probe

KUCHING, Aug 13 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is contemplating seeking foreign forensic assistance to aid its probe into the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) report concerning Lembaga Tabung Haji, according to MACC Chief Commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman. The investigation encompasses matters pertaining to investments, agreements, and contracts, necessitating a thorough forensic examination.

Additionally, the probe involves reviewing numerous documents, including meeting minutes and investment-related paperwork. The extensive volume of documents requires specialized examination and expertise, according to Abd Halim. Discussions regarding the appointment of forensic experts will be contingent on associated costs. The specialized experts will collaborate with MACC's specialist officers, he stated at a press conference.

So far, MACC has initiated 14 investigation papers and implemented various enforcement actions, including arrests, remands, and property seizures. Inspections and searches have taken place at 28 locations. A total of 115 witnesses have been interviewed, and seven suspects, five of whom have been remanded, have been detained, reported Bernama.