KUALA LUMPUR 6 April 2026 (The Capital Post) – A retired civil servant who previously served as a temple chairman pleaded not guilty in court to charges involving false claims amounting to RM50,000.
The accused, a man in his 70s, is alleged to have submitted fraudulent documents linked to consultancy services for temple repair works that were never carried out. The offence was said to have taken place in November 2021, allegedly in collaboration with another individual.
According to investigators, the claim was made through an invoice for repair-related consultancy services, despite no actual work being performed. Authorities believe the act was intended to mislead and improperly obtain funds sourced from donations made by devotees.
The case is connected to a temple established in the 1950s, which relied heavily on public contributions for its financial resources. Investigations also revealed that the temple’s registration had been revoked in 2024 and that the structure was built on government land without proper approval.
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Officials noted that the absence of proper registration and regulatory oversight may have created opportunities for financial mismanagement, including the alleged misuse of funds.
The case is being investigated under Section 18 of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009, with further legal proceedings expected as authorities continue their probe into the matter. -The Capital Post