THAILAND

Jet-setting monk flies into turbulence

Spectrum, Tunya Sukpanich, Published on 07/07/2013

» He's a high-flying monk who stirred controversy when he was filmed aboard a private jet donning designer sunglasses and high-tech gadgets last month. But Phra Wirapol Sukphol now appears set for a hard landing as supporters and critics face off over accusations of fraud, money laundering and sexual misconduct at his Si Sa Ket monastery.