13-05-2025
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
Ramasamy to face 17 CBT charges involving RM850,000, say sources
It was earlier reported that former Penang deputy chief minister II P Ramasamy will face charges under Section 23(1) of the MACC Act 2009 for alleged abuse of power.
GEORGE TOWN : Former Penang deputy chief minister II P Ramasamy is expected to face 17 charges of criminal breach of trust (CBT) involving RM850,000 when he is brought to court tomorrow, according to two sources.
Sources from the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) and the Attorney-General's Chambers confirmed that the charges will be brought under Section 409 of the Penal Code, which provides for a jail term of up to 20 years, whipping, and a fine, if found guilty.
The charges are believed to be related to the procurement of a gold-plated chariot by the Penang Hindu Endowments Board (PHEB) in 2019, during Ramasamy's tenure as chairman.
They also involve four charitable payments – two linked to educational sponsorships and two for medical expenses – made to external parties.
Earlier today, Ramasamy's lawyer, Shamsher Singh Thind, said the 76-year-old will be brought before the sessions court in Butterworth to face charges under Section 23(1) of the MACC Act 2009 for alleged abuse of power.
Ramasamy has denied all allegations, describing the case as politically motivated.
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