Temple Scandal: Former Abbot's Deception and 'Angel Gang' Exposed
A report on the aftermath of the arrest of former monk Chot at Wat Phuthai Sawan and a land dispute at Wat Pa Adulyaram.
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Former monk Chot claimed to have a dream from King U Thong to gain favor with Luang Pu Huan.
Chot rose to power and claimed spiritual abilities while neglecting monastic duties.
Luang Pu Huan passed away; Chot performed the cremation rites suspiciously early.
September 10, 2026: Police arrested Chot at Wat Phuthai Sawan for sexual misconduct.
September 17, 2026: One week after the arrest, the temple atmosphere begins to normalize.
Over 36 years, a land dispute occurred at Wat Pa Adulyaram.
The court ruled that the land at Wat Pa Adulyaram must be donated to the temple.
The land title deed for Wat Pa Adulyaram was officially transferred to the temple and stored with the National Office of Buddhism Khon Kaen.