How much bail was set for the ex-asset manager facing corruption charges?

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Bail Set at RM100,000 for Ex-Asset Manager Facing Corruption Charges

A bail of RM100,000, secured by two sureties, was granted to Len Chia Whey, a former asset manager, who faces 11 charges of corruption. The charges involve a total sum of RM2.6 million, allegedly solicited and accepted to facilitate subcontracts for petrol station projects. Judge Azura Alwi set the bail conditions.
Corruption Allegations Involving RM2.6 Million

Len Chia Whey, aged 37, pleaded not guilty to all 11 charges presented before Judge Azura Alwi. The alleged offences span between 2018 and 2019, with the funds intended to secure 'Design and Build Agreement' subcontracts for various petrol stations located in Selangor, Melaka, and Johor.
Specific Charges for Soliciting and Accepting Bribes

The prosecution outlined one charge where Len is accused of soliciting RM480,000 from Mohamed Shariff Abdul. This sum was allegedly an inducement to assist in securing several 'Design and Build Agreement' projects in Selangor, Johor, and Melaka. Additionally, Len faces 10 charges for accepting bribes, comprising five cheques and cash amounting to RM2,139,650. These payments were reportedly made to aid KK Choong Synergy Sdn Bhd in obtaining subcontracts for petrol stations across Selangor, Johor, Melaka, and other areas around Kuala Lumpur.
Bail Conditions and Case Management

Judge Azura Alwi permitted bail at RM100,000, requiring two sureties for the aggregate of all charges. The court also mandated that the accused report to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) office in Putrajaya during the first week of every month. The next court date for case remention has been scheduled for April 16.

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