Why were weapons in the vault not seized by MACC?

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Weapons in Vault Were Not Seized Due to Registration Under Owner's Security Company

The weapons discovered in a secret vault at an individual's residence were not seized by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) because they were registered under a security company owned by the individual. The Anti-Corruption Tactical Squad (ACTS) located the vault, which contained weapons and ammunition, during a search prompted by suspicions of the individual unlawfully storing firearms.
Discovery of Secret Vault and Weapons

An ACTS team conducted a search at the residence of a "Tan Sri" in Bandar Tasik Selatan, Cheras, following intelligence that a vault within the property was being used to store valuables, including weapons, linked to a case involving the misuse of sukuk funds for highway construction. The presence of the ACTS was primarily to ensure the safety of MACC officers and the secure transport of seized items.
Registration Prevents Seizure

While the secret vault was found to contain a cache of weapons and ammunition, the MACC stated that these firearms could not be confiscated. The reason provided for this decision was that the weapons were legally registered under a security company that the individual owned.
Ongoing Investigation into Misused Funds

The discovery of the vault and its contents occurred during a broader investigation into the misuse of sukuk funds, which had already led to the seizure of RM143 million worth of valuables. This latest seizure included RM16 million in luxury items, such as 84 luxury bags, 11 branded watches, gold, diamonds, jewellery, and even a luxury casino equipment set.

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