Observers welcome ACU suspension of Sean Borath from deputy chief role

Social observers have welcomed the Anti-Corruption Unit’s decision to suspend Sean Borath from his position as deputy chief, in connection with an alleged fraud case involving former tycoon Leng Channa and the company Brilliant City.

Development policy and research adviser Sek Socheat told The Cambodia Daily on Tuesday that the Anti-Corruption Unit should move the case forward to the courts once sufficient evidence has been gathered, to ensure that the law and justice are served, and that Sean Borath is prosecuted.

Sek Socheat said the unit’s willingness to tackle wrongdoing of this kind was a source of pride for the Cambodian government. He added that such action could help restore public trust in the integrity of law enforcement officials t ...