The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) announced plans to seek a court order to detain Hafizuddeain and his two wives for further questioning as part of the ongoing probe.
While the specific identities of the other detainees were not disclosed, it was reported that they had previously provided statements at the MACC’s headquarters. Additionally, two other individuals have already been in custody as the investigation unfolds.
Muhammad Hafizuddeain was placed on administrative leave in late December, pending investigations after the MACC conducted raids on several firms believed to be involved in the bribery scandal.
As a result of these actions, six bank accounts linked to suspects and their family members were frozen, highlighting the serious financial dimensions of the investigation.
The MACC has seized approximately 2.4 million ringgit (around $591,716) in cash related to the case. This significant amount was intercepted when an individual associated with the investigation attempted to transfer it to another location, according to MACC Chief Commissioner Azam Baki.
