The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) today detained a Johor state executive council (exco) member for investigation into alleged corruption and embezzlement of property in the state.

MACC deputy chief commissioner (operations) Datuk Azam Baki, when contacted, confirmed the arrest.

He said the state exco member was arrested at 11am at the Johor MACC office after giving his statement on the case.

He said the man was detained for investigation under Section 17 (a) of the MACC Act and also Section 4 of the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001.