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Ex-Abbot and Associate Arrested for 713 Million Baht Temple Embezzlement
Thairath•29:55•Crime•
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Police arrest the former abbot of Wat Phuthai Sawan and his female associate following allegations of massive embezzlement and inappropriate conduct.
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Events
November 2025: The Wan Chot Foundation is established by the abbot.
January 2026: Fraudulent donation systems are used to divert funds.
July 15, 2026: A whistleblower reports sexual misconduct and embezzlement to the police.
September 10, 2026: Police conduct raids across 4 provinces and seize assets.
September 11, 2026: Mr. Atichot and Ms. Ae are arrested and later detained by the court.
Who & What's Involved
Crime Suppression DivisionWat Phuthai SawanCriminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct Cases Region 1National Office of BuddhismAnti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO)News AnchorPol. Lt. Gen. Natthasak ChuanMaj. Gen. Phatthanasak BuphasuwanPol. Col. Prathak KhwannanaPol. Lt. Col. Kritsada Phran
Topics
Temple EmbezzlementMoney LaunderingClerical MisconductAsset SeizureReligious Fraud
Locations
AyutthayaBangkokPathum ThaniBuriramSaraburi