AMLO to investigate former abbot’s money trail for links
BANGKOK — 11 September 2026, The Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) is preparing to receive the case file of “Samee Chote,” the former abbot of Wat Phutthaisawan, from the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) for a probe into his financial transactions. AMLO secretary-general Thepsu Bovornchotidara said on Friday that the agency had been coordinating closely with the […] The post AMLO to…
The Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) in Bangkok is set to receive the case file of Samee Chote, formerly the abbot of Wat Phutthaisawan, for an investigation into his financial dealings. AMLO secretary-general Thepsu Bovornchotidara announced on Friday that the agency has been working closely with the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) and will transfer the case file to them for further scrutiny.
Thepsu clarified that all funds, whether deposited in personal bank accounts or a foundation, will be subjected to examination. He also stated that charges have already been filed against Samee Chote, and the AMLO and CIB are cooperating to ascertain whether the assets obtained are linked to any wrongdoing. However, it remains unclear at this stage whether the assets in question represent "grey capital" tied to illicit or questionable business activities.
The investigation is anticipated to conclude relatively quickly, and AMLO officials have already participated in searches conducted by the CIB at relevant locations.
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