Cops open probe into claims Rosmah funded US$13mil mansion purchase
Malaysian police have launched an investigation into allegations that Rosmah Mansor, wife of the former prime minister, funded a $13 million mansion purchase in New Jersey. Authorities believe the social media posts driving these claims may be fake.
Why it matters
The case involves high-profile political figures and highlights the challenges of misinformation and digital defamation in modern political discourse.
Share Inspector-General of Police Khalid Ismail says police have called in several witnesses to record their statements. Inspector-General of Police Khalid Ismail advised the public not to speculate on the matter or share unverified claims to avoid jeopardising the investigation. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : Police have opened an investigation into claims that Rosmah Mansor, the wife of former prime minister Najib Razak, directed and funded the purchase of a US$13 million (RM52.7 million) mansion in Mango Way, New Jersey, allegedly bought in July 2025. Inspector-General of Police Khalid Ismail said police received three reports on the matter and called in several witnesses to record their statements.
The article balances the allegations with the police's warning about misinformation and the subjects' denials.
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