Help us catch corrupt culprits, Mara tells Rafizi

Annuar Musa says probes into a controversial Australian property purchase are ongoing.

KUALA LUMPUR: Mara has urged PKR secretary-general Rafizi Ramli to provide any evidence he has that could help in investigations of alleged corruption involving any of its officials.

Responding to allegations that Rafizi made yesterday, Mara Chairman Annuar Musa told reporters today that investigations into a controversial property purchase in Australia were ongoing.

He said it was unfair of Rafizi to prematurely accuse a Mara investment executive of wrongdoing in the case.

Rafizi said yesterday that there was strong evidence against the executive and complained that no action had been taken against him.

“The opposition wants to see people tried, but we are more interested in ensuring that justice is served,” Annuar said.

“Mara would appreciate it if YB Rafizi or other parties would hand in any evidence that they may have to aid in investigations.”

He added that Mara would not interfere with investigations by police or the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission.

He also said Mara had approved an audit of the case by external auditors that would cost close to RM2 million.

“We were hesitant at first because of the huge cost,” he said, “but we decided that this is the best course of action and have proceeded with the process.”