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Former Tabung Haji chief appears in court in custody attire
Datuk Seri Abdul Azeez Abdul Rahim, the former chairman of Lembaga Tabung Haji, made a deliberate choice to appear before the court in his purple detention uniform and handcuffs rather than change into conventional court attire.
LSN Malaysia ·
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 9 — The former Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) chairman opted to maintain his custody appearance during his court proceedings, according to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC).
Datuk Seri Abdul Azeez Abdul Rahim declined the opportunity to change out of the purple lock-up uniform and remove his handcuffs before his court hearing, instead choosing to present himself in full detention regalia.
The decision to appear in custody attire represents an uncommon approach in Malaysian court proceedings, where individuals typically change into civilian clothing for their hearings. The former TH chief's choice underscores the nature of his custody status in relation to the ongoing matter before the court.
The appearance comes as part of legal proceedings involving the prominent financial institution, which manages pilgrimage funds for Malaysian Muslims. Further details regarding the specific charges or allegations have yet to be disclosed.