Kuala Lumpur: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) will resummon all individuals alleged to be linked to a corruption scandal involving several Sabah state assemblymen. MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the directive follows the commission’s receipt of a forensic report related to video recordings that went viral on social media last year.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the forensic report has been completed and handed over to the investigating officer about a week ago. Tan Sri Azam Baki instructed that the investigating officer resummon all those said to be involved, whether appearing in the video, in possession of the video, or otherwise, to have their statements recorded in order to verify the video’s contents.

However, Tan Sri Azam Baki declined to comment on the authenticity of the video, adding that the investigation should be concluded within a month. He emphasized the importance of conducting the investigation and calling those involved to provide their statements regarding the content of the video. The deputy public prosecutor will assess the forensic findings to verify whether the video is genuine before making a decision.

Last month, the media reported that eight Sabah assemblymen had been recalled to verify the contents of several video recordings allegedly linked to the case. Previously, several video clips allegedly showing conversations related to corruption between certain individuals and several Sabah assemblymen concerning mineral licensing issues in the state went viral.

The MACC has confirmed that an investigation paper has been opened on the matter, and that a comprehensive investigation is underway, including digital forensic analysis of the evidence.