Former Monastery Chief in Kampong Thom Defrocks After Admitting Violations
A former monastery chief in Kampong Thom province, Cambodia, has voluntarily defrocked after admitting to violations of monastic rules, including sexual relations with men and viewing pornography. He denies allegations of embezzling temple funds.
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