Tan Sri in sukuk fund misuse case still hospitalised, yet to give statement
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has yet to record a statement from a Tan Sri in connection with its investigation into the alleged misappropriation of sukuk funds for a highway construction project in the Klang Valley.
Sources said this is because the highway concessionaire holder is still undergoing medical treatment at a private hospital.
"MACC has not yet recorded the Tan Sri's statement, but the process is expected to take place soon," the source said when contacted.
Previously, it was reported that MACC investigators had obtained confirmation from the attending doctor regarding the Tan Sri's health status before proceeding with questioning.
So far, 45 witnesses who had earlier provided statements have been recalled to assist with further information.
Previously, the MACC revealed that the total amount seized in connection with the alleged misappropriation of sukuk funds stood at RM143 million.
It was also reported earlier that MACC investigators are tracing the Tan Sri's luxury vehicles and properties, both in Malaysia and abroad, including in London and Switzerland.
In addition, the investigation is also focusing on the actual value of the luxury alcoholic beverages reportedly in the Tan Sri's possession.
At the same time, a notice of asset declaration has been served to the Tan Sri and other relevant parties.
To date, the seizures include 14 personal bank accounts totalling RM4.5 million; eight company accounts amounting to RM33 million; a luxury condominium and a plot of land worth RM24.5 million; nine vehicles valued at RM7.65 million; luxury watches worth an estimated RM25 million; designer handbags valued at RM3 million; jewellery and diamonds worth RM6 million; four horses valued at RM400,000; alcoholic beverages worth RM3 million; overseas assets estimated to be worth more than RM15 million and gambling-related activities estimated at around RM20 million.
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