Musa, who was once the patron of MyWatch, told Star Online he was surprised to learn of Sanjeevan’s arrest.

“He looks like a person who is genuine in reducing crime in this country.”

He said police should conduct background checks on NGO members to make sure they do not have any hidden agendas.

Police have extended the remand for Sanjeevan until Thursday to enable them to complete an investigation on him.

Sanjeevan and his driver were arrested near the Nilai toll plaza on June 22, on suspicion of criminal intimidation and extortion.

According to a news portal report, the 32-year-old, who lives in Kajang, was picked up by a Bukit Aman Anti-Vice, Gambling and Secret Societies Division team as soon as he allegedly received RM25,000 in protection money from a complainant, a 38-year-old illegal four-digit operator.

The report stated that during the 10.50pm arrest, police also allegedly found RM16,080 in cash in the suspect’s car.