https://www.thevibes.com/articles/news/121785/commission-expands-global-hunt-for-graft-fugitives-as-several-high-profile-suspects-evade-interpol-alerts

A NUMBER of individuals wanted by Malaysia’s Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) are not currently listed under Interpol Red Notices, prompting concern that some suspects in major corruption and financial crime investigations may be living overseas undetected.

Authorities and sources familiar with the investigations said several of those sought are believed to have relocated to parts of Southeast Asia and the Middle East, with some previously reported to have left Malaysia and not returned despite multiple opportunities to cooperate with investigators.

Officials stressed that not all wanted individuals are publicly disclosed, citing the sensitivity of ongoing investigations.

Among those still actively sought is fugitive businessman Low Taek Jho, or better known as Jho Low, a central figure in the 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) scandal.

However, it is understood that not all individuals linked to the 1MDB investigation are currently subject to Interpol Red Notices, despite continuing efforts by Malaysian authorities to trace and recover assets tied to the case.

Another key figure named in ongoing probes is former 1MDB executive director of business development Tang Keng Chee, who remains at large and has previously been identified in asset recovery and money laundering investigations linked to the scandal.

Berita Harian in its news report today cited that reports have indicated that he was previously expected to face prosecution in absentia for criminal breach of trust and money laundering, including allegations involving the alleged diversion of around US$1 billion in 1MDB-linked funds to third parties.

Red Notices were reportedly issued for him in 2018 and 2019, although he has not been apprehended.

Authorities are also seeking businessman Datuk Seri Muhammad Adlan Berhan, who is reported to have left Malaysia on 17 May 2023, shortly after legal proceedings involving his father-in-law, former prime minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.

He has been linked in reports to a lavish lifestyle abroad, including stays in a Middle Eastern country, though his current location has not been confirmed.

Another individual under investigation is Adam Radlan Adam Muhammad, who is a relative of Adlan and a former political figure previously charged with corruption and money laundering linked to the Jana Wibawa infrastructure programme.

Those charges were later withdrawn after a RM4.1 million compound was paid, following acceptance of a representation by the defence.

However, he is now again being sought in connection with the Putrajaya–KLIA Expressway (MEX II) project, which runs from the Putrajaya Interchange to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.

According to MACC’s official wanted list, nearly 30 individuals remain at large, including members of the family of the late former finance minister Tun Daim Zainuddin, who are being investigated under “Ops Godfather” over alleged undisclosed assets and financial interests.

One listed individual, Asnida, reportedly gave a statement to investigators last week and was subsequently charged for failing to declare shareholdings in five companies.

Others named include lawyer and company director Mansoor Saat, who is also being sought in relation to a sukuk-financed project worth RM595 million allegedly linked to breach of trust.

MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki confirmed that efforts to locate all fugitives are ongoing, stressing continued cooperation with international enforcement agencies.

“MACC remains committed to tracking those who have fled investigations. These efforts will be intensified to ensure all individuals involved are identified and brought back to assist investigations,” he said.

“Funds that have gone missing must be returned to the people. In my view, there should be no leniency for those involved in such cases as they concern public interest and the rights of citizens.

“MACC continuously seeks updates from relevant authorities to obtain the latest information on their whereabouts. Cooperation between enforcement agencies is being strengthened to ensure appropriate action can be taken without delay,” he added. - April 12, 2026