KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has confirmed that a newly appointed deputy public prosecutor (DPP), who reported for duty last week, was arrested by the police yesterday for drug possession.
According to an MACC statement, the DPP was arrested at his residence, where a police search uncovered illicit substances suspected to be drugs.
"MACC is aware of the arrest involving a DPP who had just reported for duty at the agency last week.
"MACC fully entrusts the authorities to conduct a thorough investigation into this matter and assures its full cooperation," the statement read.
MACC reiterated its firm stance against any misconduct, legal violations, or criminal activities by its officers or staff, and remains committed to ensuring the integrity and governance of the organisation are upheld at all times.
The DPP has been remanded for three days until tomorrow.
Bukit Aman Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department director Datuk Hussein Omar Khan said the case is being investigated under Section 12(1) and Section 15(1)(a) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952.
“Yes, I can confirm the arrest and the case is under investigation,” he told Bernama when contacted today.
Meanwhile, MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said he will propose to Attorney-General Tan Sri Mohd Dusuki Mokhtar that the DPP be temporarily relieved of duty.
Azam said the DPP had only recently reported for duty at the MACC on attachment from the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC), and described the incident as unexpected.
When asked whether the DPP had undergone a health screening, including a drug test, prior to reporting for duty, Azam said the matter was under the purview of the AGC as the DPP had previously served in the department.
