Man throws wads of cash at wildlife officer to ‘smooth’ investigation and is captured by Sabah MACC



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KOTA KINABALU: A man, who threw RM5,000 in cash into the car of a state government official to “smooth” investigations against a friend for keeping protected animals, was arrested for bribery.

It was learned that the suspect was arrested by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) around 5.30pm on Thursday (March 25) following a complaint made by the investigating officer of the Sabah Wildlife Department.

The self-employed suspect in his 50s had apparently offered the money to one of the investigating wildlife officers to reduce charges against his friend who was arrested for keeping animals, including a sun bear, in an area of ​​Papar.

When contacted, Sabah MACC Director S. Karunanithy confirmed on Friday (March 26) that a suspect had been arrested in connection with the case.

He was released on a MACC bond of RM8,000 with two guarantees after his statement was recorded.

It was learned that the Department of Wildlife had recently raided a complex where they rescued a variety of wildlife, including protected species in Tawau.

Among the animals recovered are the endangered sun bear, as well as crocodiles, wild boars, pythons and a variety of birds.

The owner was being investigated under the Sabah Wildlife Conservation Act of 1997 for possession of the animals without a permit.

It was learned that the illegally kept animals were being used for medical purposes in the area that was raided by wildlife security officials after weeks of surveillance.



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