Late tycoon’s children say brother never subpoenaed by MACC

Kelvin and Cheryl Ta, children of the late Malaysian tycoon Ta Kin Yan, have expressed their doubts about a Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) announcement that their brother, Ta Jin Kiat, is being sought to assist in a court case. In a statement released on September 11, MACC had called for the public's assistance in locating Jin Kiat, 48, to aid in a trial at Kuala Lumpur sessions court. However, Kelvin and Cheryl maintain that their brother had never formally been subpoenaed by MACC.

The two children of the deceased tycoon questioned the decision, citing MACC's own statement and pointing out that Jin Kiat was arrested by MACC in March of the previous year, though he was later released on bail. They expressed concern over Jin Kiat's safety, given that his full address was published online by the anti-graft agency, and lodged separate police reports to ensure his protection.

Kelvin further mentioned that Jin Kiat was initially arrested in March of the previous year, but they were unsure of the charges against him. Nevertheless, he insisted that their brother was released on MACC bail after his arrest. The siblings are now deeply concerned about the recent developments and believe that the latest MACC action might be linked to an ongoing dispute involving the Ta family's companies and Jin Kiat's shares.

Jin Kiat had filed civil proceedings in the High Court in February concerning the disputed shares. Their father, Kin Yan, the founder and chairman of the Waz Lian group, passed away in June 2024.