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Former Abbot 'Sami Chote' Scandal: Assets Seized and Celebrity Warnings
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Police seize over 720 million baht in assets from former abbot Sami Chote and an associate, while celebrities share unsettling experiences with his predictions.
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Events
Sami Chote serves as abbot of Wat Phutai Sawan and builds a following through talismans and predictions.
Luang Pu Huan (previous abbot) passes away, leading to a shift in temple management toward commercialism.
Moddam and Jack visit the temple and receive ominous health predictions.
Police and AMLO conduct raids, seizing over 720 million baht in assets from Sami Chote and Sika Ae.
Former monk Phra Dome exposes Sami Chote's failure to perform basic monastic duties.
Who & What's Involved
Sami ChoteSika AeWat Phutai SawanAMLO (Anti-Money Laundering Office)Luang Pu HuanModdam KachapaJack Fan ChanNum KanchaiPolice OfficialAMLO Official
Topics
Temple CorruptionAsset SeizureFortune TellingMonastic MisconductSuperstition
Locations
Wat Phutai Sawan, AyutthayaPathum ThaniMonk Hospital