POLICE in Kuala terengganu are investigating claims that funds intended for charitable and religious purposes may have been misappropriated for organised criminal activities.
A 40-year-old businessman lodged a police report on 15 November at 11.05 pm at the Kuala Terengganu Police Station, alleging that money he had donated over several years was potentially misused.
Kuala Terengganu district Police Chief Assistant Commissioner Azli Mohd Noor said the complainant transferred a total of RM148,000 between 2020 and 2025 through seven online transactions to various individuals and account holders.
“He explained that the payments were made on the basis of trust and goodwill, intended for religious events, the construction of madrasahs, and community aid programmes,” Azli said.
The businessman became concerned after receiving information suggesting the funds may have been diverted for personal use or suspicious activities, possibly involving money laundering or organised crime. “The victim emphasised that he had no connections with the recipients and was not involved in any criminal activity,” the police officer added.
Feeling deceived, the complainant requested that the police investigate the matter and recover the money if misappropriation is confirmed. The funds were drawn from the victim’s personal savings, and the case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating. - November 25, 2025
