What specific section of the MACC Act 2009 is being invoked?

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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009, Section 18, is Being Invoked

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is currently investigating alleged falsification of incentive claims under Section 18 of the MACC Act 2009. This section pertains to the act of soliciting or accepting gratification.
Investigation into False Incentive Claims

The investigation focuses on suspicions that agents and company owners falsified claims related to the Daya Kerjaya 2.0 incentive programme. These individuals are believed to have submitted false claims for government wage assistance, amounting to approximately RM9 million. The assistance was intended to be RM1,500 per month for six months for each employee hired by private-sector employers and government-linked companies (GLCs).
Remand of Suspects

As part of the ongoing probe, MACC has remanded 73 individuals, comprising 48 men and 25 women. Their ages range from their 20s to their 70s. These suspects were detained at MACC offices nationwide, with the exception of Perlis, on Tuesday. Initial investigations indicate that the alleged fraudulent activities occurred between 2024 and 2025.
Integrated Operation and Asset Freezing

The investigation was bolstered by an integrated operation conducted on June 9, 2026, which involved MACC's Intelligence and Investigation Divisions, state MACC offices, and the Social Security Organisation (Socso). This operation led to searches at 90 locations, including company premises, and the detention of 83 individuals. Furthermore, MACC has frozen 25 company bank accounts containing approximately RM390,000 as part of the investigation.

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