MACC closed Xavier Jayakumar probe in 2024 over lack of evidence
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) closed its investigation into former PKR vice-president Datuk Dr Xavier Jayakumar in 2024 after finding insufficient evidence to prosecute him.
Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) concluded an investigation into former PKR vice-president Datuk Dr Xavier Jayakumar in 2024, citing insufficient evidence to proceed with charges. The probe, conducted under Section 16(a)(A) of the MACC Act 2009, alleged that Jayakumar accepted gratification. Two investigation papers were opened in 2021, but the deputy public prosecutor decided to close the case in 2024 after a thorough three-year examination of the facts, documents, and evidence.
The MACC emphasized that the duration of an investigation varies based on its complexity and the need for comprehensive evidence assessment. Jayakumar, who served as Water, Land, and Natural Resources Minister from 2018 to 2022, resigned as PKR vice-president in March 2021, citing extreme frustration over recent events. He rejoined the party this month, following an apology from party president Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim to party veterans at the national congress on August 15. Former Petaling Jaya MP Kua Kia Soong questioned the MACC's decision regarding Jayakumar's case.
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