Rosmah lodges report over RM55m US property claim, police say viral account likely fake

“KUALA LUMPUR, June 15 — Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor has lodged a police report over viral allegations linking her to the purchase or financing of a luxury property in New Jersey, United States, reportedly valued at RM55 million (US$13 million), Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail said today. She has denied the claims, describing them as false and malicious, and said they were intended to tarnish her reputation, Harian Metro reported today. She also rejected allegations of involvement in shell companies, offshore financial structures, or links to individuals or entities mentioned in a viral video. Tan Sri Mohd Khalid said preliminary investigations suggested the social media account behind the allegation was likely fake. “Preliminary investigations found that the social media account spreading the allegation is believed to be fake,” he said at a press conference during the launch of the Perangi Scam: Two Teams, One Goal campaign here. He said police had received three reports over the matter and had recorded statements from several relevant witnesses, with assistance from the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC). Investigations are being carried out under Section 500 of the Penal Code, Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, and Section 4(1) of the Sedition Act 1948. Mohd Khalid also cautioned the public against spreading speculation or unverified claims, warning that it could interfere with investigations and complicate court proceedings.

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