Former Abbot of Wat Phutai Sawan Forced to Defrock After Scandal

Reporting on the quiet and desolate state of the temple following the scandal, with shops closed and few tourists present.

Details on the Crime Suppression Division's search, including the use of money-counting machines and the sealing of the area.

The Deputy Ecclesiastical Provincial Governor of Ayutthaya presides over Luang Pho Chot's voluntary resignation from the monkhood.

The presiding monk confirms the abbot defrocked voluntarily and did not discuss the money or the woman during the ceremony.

Police seize the table from the leaked clip as evidence and discover gold bars worth over 7 million baht in the quarters.

A local resident expresses shock and a loss of faith after seeing the leaked video of the abbot.

Reviewing photos from 2023 to 2026 showing the close and frequent presence of the woman at temple events.

Analysis of photos showing the abbot consuming lavish, restaurant-grade meals, raising questions about monastic discipline.

Police find millions in cash, foreign currency, and gold bars at the home of the woman involved.

Pearry Piwat, Ajarn Beer, and Tack Paranyoo post satirical comments regarding the 'table' incident and the abbot's 'supernatural' charms.