The MACC has arrested Bersatu treasurer Mohamed Salleh Bajuri in relation to the use of the party funds.
His arrest was confirmed by MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki, when met by reporters in Putrajaya today.
"He was arrested yesterday and is now under remand for two days," he said briefly.
Earlier today, a source close to Bersatu's leadership confirmed with Malaysiakini that Salleh was detained.
The Star earlier quoted a MACC source claiming that the MACC is trying to apply for an extension to Salleh's (above) remand.
When contacted, a MACC source did not respond to further queries on the possible extension.
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Salleh's arrest and remand came amid corruption charges against Tasek Gelugor MP Wan Saiful Wan Jan, who stepped down as Bersatu information chief pending an acquittal.
Wan Saiful previously said he regretted the government's actions, which he deemed to be selective prosecution aimed at diverting attention from the failure of the unity government.
Last month, the MACC also recorded a statement from Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin pertaining to a probe into Bersatu’s bank accounts, which have been frozen. - Mkini
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