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The Star
16-06-2025
- The Star
Senior civil engineer charged with accepting RM100,000 in bribes over LTU project claims
KOTA BARU: A senior civil engineer pleaded not guilty at the Sessions Court here Monday (June 16) to 14 charges of receiving RM100,000 in bribes in connection with payment claims for the Central Spine Road (LTU) project in Gua Musang, Kelantan. Based on the 14 charges, Mohd Azly Abdul Aziz, 44, in his capacity as South Kelantan Development Authority (Kesedar) Public Works Department (JKR) senior civil engineer is accused of receiving RM100,000 in separate sums ranging from RM5,000 to RM10,000 via online bank transfers from a 70-year-old contractor. The alleged gratification was in return for recommending the certification of interim payment claims for the LTU Package 3 project from Gua Musang, Kelantan, to Kampung Relong, Pahang. The offences were allegedly committed at a bank branch on Jalan Maju here between Dec 22, 2022 and Oct 31, 2023. He is charged under Section 16(a)(B) of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Act 2009 [Act 694], which provides for a maximum sentence of 20 years imprisonment and a fine of not less than five times the amount of the bribe or RM10,000, whichever is higher, upon conviction. MACC Deputy Public Prosecutor Tengku Nurul Haziqah Tuan Yacob appeared for the prosecution, while the accused was represented by counsel Azeezi Nordin. Earlier, Tengku Nurul Haziqah proposed bail at RM20,000 for all charges. However, Azeezi sought a lower amount of RM8,000, citing that his client is currently on unpaid leave and financially supporting a wife and four children. "Following his remand and subsequent release during the investigation, the accused suffered from depression and applied for one-year unpaid leave, which was approved from Nov 26, 2024, to Nov 26 this year. "Upon learning that he would be charged, he experienced further emotional distress and chose to resign from his post. His resignation was approved, taking effect from June 18. As such, he is no longer a civil servant," the counsel submitted. He added that the accused is now working as a soap vendor and e-hailing driver, earning approximately RM3,000 a month. Judge Dazuki Ali allowed bail at RM12,000 with one surety and fixed July 17 for case mention. - Bernama
The Sun
16-06-2025
- The Sun
Senior civil engineer charged with accepting RM100,000 in bribes over LTU project claims
KOTA BHARU: A senior civil engineer pleaded not guilty at the Sessions Court here today to 14 charges of receiving RM100,000 in bribes in connection with payment claims for the Central Spine Road (LTU) project in Gua Musang, Kelantan. Based on the 14 charges, Mohd Azly Abdul Aziz, 44, in his capacity as senior civil engineer with the Special Projects Unit of the East Coast Economic Region Development at the Public Works Department headquarters, is accused of receiving RM100,000 in separate sums ranging from RM5,000 to RM10,000 via online bank transfers from a 70-year-old contractor. The alleged gratification was in return for recommending the certification of interim payment claims for the LTU Package 3 project from Gua Musang, Kelantan, to Kampung Relong, Pahang. The offences were allegedly committed at a bank branch on Jalan Maju here between Dec 22, 2022 and Oct 31, 2023. He is charged under Section 16(a)(B) of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Act 2009 [Act 694], which provides for a maximum sentence of 20 years imprisonment and a fine of not less than five times the amount of the bribe or RM10,000, whichever is higher, upon conviction. MACC deputy public prosecutor Tengku Nurul Haziqah Tuan Yacob appeared for the prosecution, while the accused was represented by counsel Azeezi Nordin. Earlier, Tengku Nurul Haziqah proposed bail at RM20,000 for all charges. However, Azeezi sought a lower amount of RM8,000, citing that his client is currently on unpaid leave and financially supporting a wife and four children. 'Following his remand and subsequent release during the investigation, the accused suffered from depression and applied for one-year unpaid leave, which was approved from Nov 26, 2024 to Nov 26 this year. 'Upon learning that he would be charged, he experienced further emotional distress and chose to resign from his post. His resignation was approved, taking effect from June 18. As such, he is no longer a civil servant,' the counsel submitted. He added that the accused is now working as a soap vendor and e-hailing driver, earning approximately RM3,000 a month. Judge Dazuki Ali allowed bail at RM12,000 with one surety and fixed July 17 for case mention.
Barnama
16-06-2025
- Barnama
Senior Civil Engineer Charged With Accepting RM100,000 In Bribes Over LTU Project Claims
KOTA BHARU, June 16 (Bernama) -- A senior civil engineer pleaded not guilty at the Sessions Court here today to 14 charges of receiving RM100,000 in bribes in connection with payment claims for the Central Spine Road (LTU) project in Gua Musang, Kelantan. Based on the 14 charges, Mohd Azly Abdul Aziz, 44, in his capacity as senior civil engineer with the Special Projects Unit of the East Coast Economic Region Development at the Public Works Department headquarters, is accused of receiving RM100,000 in separate sums ranging from RM5,000 to RM10,000 via online bank transfers from a 70-year-old contractor. The alleged gratification was in return for recommending the certification of interim payment claims for the LTU Package 3 project from Gua Musang, Kelantan, to Kampung Relong, Pahang. The offences were allegedly committed at a bank branch on Jalan Maju here between Dec 22, 2022 and Oct 31, 2023. He is charged under Section 16(a)(B) of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Act 2009 [Act 694], which provides for a maximum sentence of 20 years imprisonment and a fine of not less than five times the amount of the bribe or RM10,000, whichever is higher, upon conviction. MACC deputy public prosecutor Tengku Nurul Haziqah Tuan Yacob appeared for the prosecution, while the accused was represented by counsel Azeezi Nordin. Earlier, Tengku Nurul Haziqah proposed bail at RM20,000 for all charges. However, Azeezi sought a lower amount of RM8,000, citing that his client is currently on unpaid leave and financially supporting a wife and four children. 'Following his remand and subsequent release during the investigation, the accused suffered from depression and applied for one-year unpaid leave, which was approved from Nov 26, 2024 to Nov 26 this year. 'Upon learning that he would be charged, he experienced further emotional distress and chose to resign from his post. His resignation was approved, taking effect from June 18. As such, he is no longer a civil servant,' the counsel submitted.
New Straits Times
16-06-2025
- New Straits Times
Senior ECER engineer charged with 14 counts of corruption
KOTA BARU: A senior civil engineer for the East Coast Economic Region (ECER) special projects unit was charged at the Sessions Court here today with 14 counts of corruption totalling RM100,000. Muhamad Azly Abdul Aziz claimed trial to all the charges read to him before judge Dazuki Ali. The 44-year-old claimed trial to taking money from one Mohd Solehin Abdullah to facilitate recommendation of the interim claim certification for Central Spine Road (CSR) projects. These were for Package 3 (Gua Musang to Kampung Relong, Pahang); Section 3D (Gua Musang roundabout to Mentara); and, Sections 3B and 3C (Km180.5 of the Kuala Lumpur-Kota Baru Highway to Gua Musang roundabout). He was alleged to have received the money via online transfer at CIMB Islamic Bank of Jalan Maju branch from an account owned by Afiq Aziz Enterprise. All transactions took place at the same bank and bank account between Dec 22, 2022 and Oct 31, 2023. The father of four was charged under Section 16(a)(B) of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009, which is punishable under Section 24(1) of the same. Tengku Nurul Haziqah Tuan Yacob acted for the prosecution while the accused was represented by Azeezi Nordin. The judge allowed bail of RM12,000 for all charges with one surety. He then fixed July 17 for mention pending submission of documents.
New Straits Times
15-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Firbromat bags RM283.5mil subcontract for CSR project in Kelantan
KUALA LUMPUR: Fibromat (M) Bhd's wholly-owned subsidiary, MTS Fibromat (M) Sdn Bhd, has secured a RM283.5 million subcontract for the execution and completion of geotechnical and erosion control works for the Central Spine Road (CSR) project in Kelantan. In a filing with Bursa Malaysia today, the company said the project under CSR Package 2 and Section 2A entails the geotechnical services and infrastructure-related works for road construction from Sungai Lakit Bridge to Gua Musang and Sungai Lakit Bridge to Paloh 2. MTS Fibromat has accepted the Letter of Award from Casa Hartamas Sdn Bhd. The 24-month contract will commence from May 15, 2025 to May 15, 2027. MTS Fibromat will act as a subcontractor to Casa Hartamas, which was appointed by the main contractor, Core Value Sdn Bhd. The ultimate project owner is the Public Works Department of Malaysia. Fibromat managing director and chief executive officer Danny Ng Kian Boon said the project marks a significant milestone for the company as it represents its first foray into infrastructure construction services, particularly through participation in a portion of the CSR project. "It presents an excellent opportunity for us to expand our capabilities and diversify our portfolio beyond our core expertise. "In accordance with the JKR Works Schedule, our scope of work includes, but is not limited to, demolition and site clearance, earthworks, drainage works, pavement works, road furniture, environmental protection works, geotechnical components, and supporting structural works," he said. Ng said the venture supports the company's strategic goal of gradually establishing a presence in infrastructure development to become a turnkey service provider in Malaysia. The project is expected to contribute positively to Fibromat's financial performance over the next two to three years, beginning May 15, 2025. With the inclusion of this new project, Fibromat's outstanding order book now stands at about RM317.8 million as at May 15, 2025. The company remains confident that its focus on high-impact projects will continue to drive positive financial results.
