AGC sets up task force to monitor probe into Dzulkifli

KUALA LUMPUR: The AttorneyGeneral’s Chambers (AGC) has set up a task force to monitor investigations into allegations of an extramarital affair involving Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Dzulkifli Ahmad.

The allegations had surfaced online recently.

Dzulkifli said the allegations were made to tarnish his reputation and discredit MACC’s efforts in combating corruption.

In a statement yesterday, Attorney-General Tan Sri Apandi Ali said he had received queries from the public and journalists about the reports on Dzulkifli.

“In view of the seriousness of the allegations, which can affect the integrity of Dzulkifli, AGC formed a task force on Oct 16 to monitor the investigations into the alleged offences under Section 498 of the Penal Code and other related offences.

“On this note, AGC would like to caution and remind all parties to avoid making comments that can jeopardise the investigations,” he said.

Apandi said in line with the prosecutorial policy’s best practices, AGC would ensure that the investigations did not discourage whistleblowers or competent witnesses from coming forward to assist in the investigations.

“The AGC would like to assure the public that the attorney-general, in his capacity as the public prosecutor as provided under Article 145(3) of the Federal Constitution, shall exercise his discretion on this matter, as in all other matters, judiciously and in accordance with the law, be it procedural or substantive law. AGC is steadfast in upholding justice, and the rule of law.”

Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Mohamad Fuzi Harun had said police had received a report about a senior MACC official who was allegedly involved in a secret relationship with a married woman.

He added that police were investigating the allegations under Section 498 of the Penal Code, which carries a maximum twoyear prison sentence or fine, or both, if convicted.