A FORMER Chief of the Malaysian Army arrived at the Kuala Lumpur Court Complex early this morning under escort by officers from the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), as he was formally charged in connection with an extensive investigation into alleged financial crimes linked to military procurement.
The former army chief, who holds the title Tan Sri, arrived at about 8.10am wearing black attire and a face mask. He is facing four charges under Section 4(1) of the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001.
According to MACC information, the accused was charged at Sessions Court 9 before judge Azura Alwi.
His wife, who is also facing four corruption-related charges, arrived at the court complex about ten minutes later in a wheelchair. Her case is being heard at Sessions Court 8 before judge Rosli Ahmad.
Yesterday, the MACC said in a statement that it had obtained consent from the Attorney General to charge the husband and wife, with each facing four charges under Section 4(1) of the same Act.
The former army chief is also scheduled to face two additional charges under the same section and legislation at the Shah Alam Special Corruption Court tomorrow.
Meanwhile, his wife will face an additional charge under the same law at the Jertih Sessions Court in Terengganu on Monday.
On January 7, the former army chief and his two wives were arrested by the MACC in connection with an investigation into Army procurement tender projects.
The senior officer was remanded for seven days, while his two wives were remanded for three and six days respectively to assist investigations into alleged corruption involving a cartel linked to Malaysian Army procurement tenders.
As part of the investigation, the MACC also seized assets valued at RM11.4 million under Op Parasit, which has been ongoing since December 23.
In addition, 75 company bank accounts with a total value of RM32.5 million have been frozen as investigators continue to trace funds believed to be connected to the case. - January 22, 2026
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