The Ops Sky issue involving local celebrities has been a hot topic lately. Previously, veteran singer Ziana Zain refused to comment on rumours linking her to the financial consulting firm suspected of orchestrating a personal loan fraud syndicate. Prior to that, actor Datuk Jalaluddin Hassan admitted to collaborating with the accused company but denied having any knowledge of their alleged crimes.
While the latter said he would fully cooperate with the investigations, the former did not comment on being summoned by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC). Earlier today (Thursday, 6th February), it was reported that the two had attended a meeting at the MACC headquarters undetected.
According to several reports, Ziana Zain, Jalaluddin Hassan, and national astronaut Sheikh Muszaphar were all summoned by the MACC. The three public figures apparently entered the building through a back entrance to avoid being swarmed by members of the media who had been waiting outside the premises. Kosmo confirmed Ziana and Jalaluddin’s attendance in giving their statements regarding the Ops Sky issue.
The songstress’s manager also confirmed that the icon did show up at the meeting with the MACC earlier this morning to assist with the investigation. It is understood that the three celebrities involved received payments of up to RM400,000 from the financial consulting company.
As previously reported, Datuk Jalaluddin Hassan had produced videos for the company and accepted an offer to become an ambassador. As for Ziana Zain, the firm is reportedly one of the singer’s sponsorships for her most recent concert. Sheikh Muszaphar has yet to publicly comment on the issue.
While the three celebrities may be linked to the accused establishment, MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki clarified that they are not considered suspects. “We are friendly to them. Don’t assume we are out to arrest them,” he told reporters. At the time of writing, only three celebrities have been summoned by the MACC.
As for the Ops Sky case itself, investigations are still ongoing. However, 12 individuals have so far been arrested during raids conducted by the MACC’s Anti-Money Laundering Division, in collaboration with Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).
Sources: Kosmo, MalayMail, TheRakyatPost, TheStar
