KOTA KINABALU: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) in Sabah has arrested a former government agency director for allegedly soliciting and accepting RM110,000 in bribes from companies awarded contracts with his department.
The 50-something suspect was detained on Tuesday after providing a statement at the MACC office in here.
Initial investigations indicate the bribes occurred in early 2024 and involved both money and items like laptops, smartphones, and a motorcycle.
MACC Sabah Director, Datuk S. Karunanithy, confirmed the arrest and stated that the case is under investigation under Section 17(a) of the MACC Act 2009.
The suspect will be released on bail after providing further statements.
