KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has frozen 100 bank accounts linked to a corporate figure titled Tan Sri, his family members, and related companies, with a total value exceeding RM217 million.

According to Buletin TV3, MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki confirmed that five individuals, including the corporate figure, have given statements, and around 13 more witnesses are expected to be interviewed.

“So far, five individuals, including the Tan Sri, have been recorded, and about 13 others will follow,” he said at a press conference at the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya today.

The investigation centres on an offshore investment allegedly involving corruption through two Malaysian proxies controlling companies based in Brazil and several offshore jurisdictions.

“This case involves proceeds from money laundering linked to an investment contract with a Brazilian company, facilitated through multiple offshore companies controlled by two suspected Malaysian proxies,” Azam reportedly said.

He added MACC is working with authorities in Brazil, Singapore, the Netherlands, and other countries to obtain vital information.

Two investigation papers have been opened: one under the MACC Act for corruption offences, and another under the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001 (AMLATFPUAA).

The probe also covers allegations of breach of trust, fund misappropriation, and forgery under the Penal Code.

The individual linked to the case has attended MACC headquarters for questioning over two consecutive days.

The investigation focuses on abuses of power involving salaries, bonuses, shares, branding fees, and private placements between 2012 and 2021.