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Ex-construction manager denies CBT charges in Tabung Haji case
A former construction project manager has pleaded not guilty to criminal breach of trust involving RM14,000 in connection with a Tabung Haji project. The trial commenced in the Kota Bharu Sessions Court.
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The accused, who previously managed construction operations, faced a single count of criminal breach of trust under Section 409 of the Penal Code. The charge relates to alleged misappropriation of funds totalling RM14,000 that were meant for a Tabung Haji-related project.
The case was heard before the Sessions Court in Kota Bharu, with the court registering the not guilty plea. The prosecution is expected to present its evidence during trial proceedings to establish the allegations against the former project manager.
Criminal breach of trust charges carry significant penalties under Malaysian law, with potential imprisonment and fines upon conviction. The trial will determine whether the funds were misappropriated as alleged by the prosecution.
The case highlights concerns regarding financial accountability in construction project management, particularly those involving religious endowment institutions such as Tabung Haji. The proceedings are ongoing as both the prosecution and defence present their respective cases to the court.