Tycoon's children question MACC action against brother, fear 'corporate mafia' link
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The children of the late tycoon Ta Kin Yan have filed police reports questioning the MACC's handling of their brother's arrest and the subsequent transfer of shares in 11 companies. They expressed fears of a 'corporate mafia' influencing anti-graft agency actions.
Why it matters
The allegations raise serious questions about the integrity of anti-corruption institutions and potential corporate malfeasance in Malaysia.
News ✕ Tycoon's children question MACC action against brother, fear 'corporate mafia' link Published: Oct 2, 2026 9:00 AM The children of late tycoon Ta Kin Yan have lodged police reports seeking an investigation into the MACC’s handling of their brother Ta Jin Kiat’s arrest and detention, the subsequent transfer of shares in 11 companies, and what they described as possible “corporate mafia” actions.
In two statements yesterday, Kelvin Ta Jin Wei and Cheryl Ta Jia Ern expressed concern about the circumstances surrounding the share transfers while their brother was in MACC custody, as well as the anti-graft agency’s recent actions against him.
The children of late tycoon Ta Kin Yan have lodged police reports seeking an investigation into the MACC’s handling of their brother Ta Jin Kiat’s arrest and detention, the subsequent transfer of shares in 11 companies, and what they described as possible “corporate mafia” actions.
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