mk-logo
News
'This is a lie' - Ex-AG insists never agreed to settlement with Riza Aziz
Published:  May 16, 2020 5:27 PM
Updated: 10:26 AM

Former attorney-general Tommy Thomas maintained claims that he agreed to a settlement with Riza Abdul Aziz over money laundering charges related to 1MDB funds as a "lie".

He said this in response to the MACC, which in a statement on May 14, said the prosecution's move to apply for a discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA) was previously agreed upon by Thomas and is standing by the claim despite Thomas disputing it.

"This is a lie," said Thomas in a statement. Riza is the step-son of former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak...


Please join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel to get the latest news and views that matter.

Unlocking Article
Unlocking Article
View Comments
ADS