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Former Abbot of Wat Phutthai Sawan Disrobed Amid Embezzlement and Misconduct Sca
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The Central Investigation Agency (CIB) has uncovered massive financial irregularities and personal misconduct involving the former abbot of a royal temple in Ayutthaya.

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Complaints were filed with police regarding the abbot's behavior.

CIB raided the temple and the abbot's quarters, finding 30 CCTV cameras and gold assets.

The abbot of Wat Phutthai Sawan was arrested and subsequently disrobed.

Sika Ae was arrested at her home in Pathum Thani where gold and land deeds were seized.

The temple's lay official, Mr. Chetsathanin, was detained for questioning.

CIB scheduled a formal press conference for September 11, 2026.

Who & What's Involved

Central Investigation Agency (CIB)Wat Phutthai SawanCrime Suppression DivisionSika Ae (Punyaveewai)News AnchorPhra Wachirosana (Deputy Ecclesiastical Provincial Governor of Ayutthaya)

Topics

Temple EmbezzlementMoney LaunderingClerical MisconductCIB InvestigationAyutthaya

Locations

Wat Phutthai Sawan, AyutthayaPathum Thani