MACC arrests Albert, Shamsul and Sofia Rini; denies pointing gun at Albert

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJ Apple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC [KiniNews] The MACC had detained businessperson Albert Tei as well as Shamsul Iskandar Akin and a woman identified as Sofia Rini Buyong to assist in the investigations into allegations of corruption.Shamsul was detained at the MACC headquarters at 12.51pm after he arrived to have his statement recorded.Meanwhile, Tei was detained at 10.15am today at his residence following a raid by the MACC.MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki said that while Tei was initially expected to present himself on Dec 1, he was later informed to appear earlier, but “refused to do so and did not cooperate with MACC’s investigations.”Azam also denied claims that the anti-graft agency’s officers had pointed a weapon at Tei during his arrest.Sofia Rini was detained at 10.30pm yesterday at the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya and has been remanded for four days.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 26 and the upcoming Sabah State Election, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link to enjoy this exclusive offer. https://mk.my/LJXGiBQ