Law
Abbot Warns of Land Ownership Donation Scam in Khon Kaen
The abbot of Wat Pa Adulyaram in Khon Kaen has issued a public warning regarding fraudulent individuals soliciting money under the guise of land title transfer fees.
According to a report by Matichon Online, the abbot of Wat Pa Adulyaram, located in Khon Kaen province, has alerted the public to a growing scam targeting temple followers and local residents. Fraudsters are reportedly contacting individuals, claiming to represent the temple or land authorities, and requesting payments to facilitate the transfer of land ownership titles.
The abbot emphasized that the temple is not involved in any such solicitations and urged the public to exercise extreme caution. He warned that these requests for 'transfer fees' are entirely fraudulent and intended to deceive people into sending money to unauthorized accounts.
For residents and visitors in the region, this serves as a reminder to verify any financial requests purportedly coming from religious institutions directly through official, in-person channels. It is important to remain skeptical of unsolicited messages or phone calls regarding land transactions or donations. As of now, the extent of the financial impact and the identity of the perpetrators remain under investigation by local authorities. Those who have been contacted by suspicious individuals are encouraged to report the incident to local police rather than engaging with the callers.