MACC officer denies businessman granted immunity for testimony
Defence counsel claims Azman Yusoff was given immunity from prosecution in exchange for testifying against former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin.
A Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission officer has denied suggestions that businessman Azman Yusoff received immunity or special treatment in exchange for testifying against former Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin. Principal Assistant Commissioner Mazery Zaini rejected claims from Muhyiddin's defense counsel that Azman was spared prosecution for alleged bribery linked to the Jana Wibawa program.
MacC had previously investigated Azman and another individual over corruption allegations involving Lian Tian Chuan, but only the latter faced charges. The officer denied that Azman received special treatment based on a deal or handshake with MacC, stating that the investigation found Azman acted on instructions from Muhyiddin. The trial continues with Muhyiddin facing charges of abuse of position for bribes and money laundering.
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