What is the total bribe amount involved in the Penang case?

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The total bribe amount involved in the Penang case is nearly RM9,000.

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) in Penang detained five police officers suspected of soliciting and accepting bribes amounting to almost RM9,000. These payments were allegedly made in exchange for not taking action against individuals involved in the possession of stolen motorcycles. The officers, aged between their 20s and 40s, were arrested at the Penang MACC office while providing their statements.
Suspects arrested for alleged corruption

The five male suspects were detained by the MACC between 2 pm and 5 pm. Preliminary investigations suggest that the officers colluded to solicit and accept the bribes. The alleged incident occurred last Friday during an operation in the Seberang Perai area.
Bribe solicited from motorcycle workshop owner

One of the detained officers is believed to have requested and received cash bribes from the owner of a motorcycle workshop. This workshop owner was reportedly involved in the operation where the stolen motorcycles were discovered. The total sum involved in these alleged transactions is close to RM9,000.
MACC investigation under way

Penang MACC director Datuk S. Karunanithy confirmed the arrests and stated that the case is being investigated under Section 17(a) of the MACC Act 2009. Following their arrest, all five suspects were released on MACC bail within 24 hours.

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