Thai Abbot Arrested in $2.8-Million Embezzlement, Sex Scandal

10 September 2026, 9:38 pm

Phra Wachirayan Wi was defrocked after being arrested over the alleged theft of $2.8 million in temple funds and a sexual relationship with a woman.... Read More »

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