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Tensions Rise at Wat Phutthaisawan Amid Allegations Against Former Monk
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Reporters face aggression from temple associates while former monks and officials expose the alleged misconduct of 'Sami Chot'.
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Events
Sami Chot served as a monk/abbot at Wat Phutthaisawan.
Thit Dome observed Sami Chot's behavior over a 10-month period of ordination.
Luang Pu Huan passed away, and Sami Chot allegedly expelled his remaining disciples.
Pol. Lt. Gen. Sanphet Thammathil publicly warned against Sami Chot's fake amulets.
Reporters visited the temple and were attacked by a disciple and a worker.
Who & What's Involved
Wat PhutthaisawanSami ChotLuang Pu HuanChannel 7 NewsPhra Phutthaisawan Police StationMichai ChansilaPa TuiPol. Lt. Gen. Sanphet Thammathil
Topics
Monastic MisconductJournalist SafetyFake AmuletsReligious FraudTemple Conflict
Locations
Wat PhutthaisawanAyutthaya