THE Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has launched an investigation into alleged irregularities involving Malaysian Army procurement projects, with scrutiny centered on suspected financial transactions linked to a senior Army officer.
Sources familiar with the probe said investigators are examining the flow of funds believed to have been deposited into accounts held by the officer, who is being treated as a suspect in a corruption case tied to Army procurement initiatives.
On Dec 27, MACC officers conducted coordinated searches at the Army’s offices within the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) as well as at the suspect’s official residence. The operation began at about 5.00 p.m. and concluded close to midnight.
“While no cash was seized during the searches, investigators confiscated several high-value luxury items, including watches and designer handbags, which are believed to be relevant to the ongoing investigation,” the source said.
It was said that the suspect was scheduled to provide a statement at MACC headquarters on Dec 28.
However, he was reportedly admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and remains under medical treatment, preventing investigators from recording his statement thus far.
Despite this development, MACC has begun recording statements from key witnesses, including contractors alleged to have secured Army-related projects.
Statements have been taken from five company owners, with a total of 10 individuals called to assist in the investigation, sources said.
Investigators are also examining 40 companies suspected of involvement in the alleged misappropriation.
MACC is expected to widen the scope of investigation to include financial trails, procurement processes and the links between individuals and corporate entities, in line with provisions under the MACC Act 2009.
Earlier this week, MACC officers were present at MINDEF, focusing on projects awarded through open tender processes as well as procurements managed under the Army’s responsibility centres.
MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki confirmed that an investigation paper has been opened under Section 17(a) of the MACC Act 2009.
“Today, MACC officers carried out searches at several companies believed to be involved to obtain documents and relevant evidence,” he said.
He also confirmed that six bank accounts held by the suspect and his family members have been frozen as part of the investigation. – December 29, 2025
