Datuk chairman of Penang statutory body to face charges over 2015 land sale
A titled chairman of a Penang statutory body will be charged tomorrow at George Town sessions court for allegedly approving an under-priced land sale in 2015.
The Datuk, who previously served as deputy chairman and director, is set to appear before the George Town sessions court. The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission had earlier detained him together with two company directors, a technical manager and a clerk while investigating the matter. Prosecutors claim he used his 2015 authority to sell land in Seberang Perai Selatan below market value to a firm linked to an associate.
Why it matters
The case illustrates Malaysia's fight against corruption and potential abuse of public office.
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DatukPenang statutory bodyGeorge Town sessions courtland saleSeberang Perai SelatancorruptionMalaysian Anti-Corruption Commission
