Kuala Lumpur: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) will record statements from eight individuals as part of its investigation into four former senior officers of former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, who are suspected of corruption. MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the eight individuals would be called in to assist with the probe as early as this week.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Azam stated that the commission plans to summon eight witnesses both this week and next week. This step is part of the ongoing investigation into the alleged misconduct of the former officials. The Anti-Money Laundering Division (AMLA) is currently reviewing documents seized in connection with the case.

Azam explained that the investigation encompasses more than just the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009. It also involves the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001. This broader scope aims to uncover any financial irregularities linked to the former officials.

Last Friday, the MACC detained four officials associated with the former prime minister. Their detention was executed under a remand order issued by Magistrate Irza Zulaikha Rohanuddin at the Putrajaya Court. MACC sources close to the investigation reported that three of the individuals were remanded for five days starting Friday, while the fourth was remanded for three days before being released on Sunday.