FOR the first time since the 1Malaysia Development Bhd scandal broke, the government has issued a statement, saying it is officially seeking billionaire financier Low Taek Jho for questioning.

This development clearly shows that the cover the fugitive businessman may have enjoyed under the Najib Razak government has been shredded by Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s administration.

In a statement today, the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission said it is seeking Low, also known as Jho Low, and Nik Faisal Ariff Kamil to assist in its investigations into SRC International Sdn Bhd, once a subsidiary of 1MDB.

The anti-graft agency said Nik Faisal has valuable information as he was a director and CEO of SRC International when the company was established in 2011.

MACC revealed Nik Faisal’s MyKad number and his last known address – Nos. 17 and 19, Jalan Tun Teja 35/16, Alam Impian, Shah Alam, Selangor.

Low is known to be former prime minister Najib’s confidant and business adviser.

The US Department of Justice has accused him of masterminding the 1MDB scandal, which saw billions siphoned from the state investor.

Although he never held an official position in 1MDB, Low is said to be among the beneficiaries of the funds that were subsequently used to purchase luxury properties and assets, including a super yacht, paintings and jewellery.

His whereabouts have been unknown for some time.

Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad recently said the government “roughly knows” where to find the businessman.

Low’s last known address is No. 69, Tanjung Bungah Park, Tanjung Bungah, Penang.

Members of the public with information on both men are urged to contact the investigation officer, Senior Assistant Commissioner Rosli Husain, at 03-8870-0529 or 010-318-7757, or email him at [email protected].

They can also notify the nearest MACC office. – June 7, 2018.