Auckland Council has referred allegations against Manurewa Local Board member Marshal Ahluwalia to the Serious Fraud Office after claims of corruption and financial intimidation have surfaced on social media.

Auckland Council has referred allegations against Manurewa Local Board member Marshal Ahluwalia to the Serious Fraud Office after claims of corruption and financial intimidation…

Marshal Ahluwalia has been granted a leave of absence until June 22.

Auckland Council says Manurewa Local Board member Marshal Ahluwalia will continue to be paid while the SFO assesses a complaint referred by the council.