Ex-Shaolin Temple head jailed 24 years, state media confirms
State media reports that the former head of China's Shaolin Temple has been sentenced to 24 years in prison.
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Ex-Shaolin abbot jailed 24 years for embezzlement and bribery
Former Shaolin Temple abbot Shi Yongxin, born Liu Yingcheng, has been sentenced to 24 years in prison for embezzlement and bribery, after misappropriating more than 282 million yuan from 2003 to 2025 and using his position to secure funds from temple construction projects; he admitted guilt and will not appeal. He helped transform the temple into a global brand with overseas schools and a traveling kung fu troupe before being defrocked last year.
Ex-Shaolin abbot jailed 24 years for embezzlement and bribery
Shi Yongxin, the former abbot of China’s Shaolin Temple, was sentenced to 24 years in prison and fined 3.5 million yuan after being found guilty of misappropriating over 131 million yuan and engaging in bribery, with criminal conduct spanning 2003–2025. The case also involved alleged violations of Buddhist precepts for maintaining relationships with multiple women. Shi admitted guilt and showed remorse, and the verdict follows prior temple investigations into assets and funds.
Shaolin Abbot Under Investigation for Embezzlement and Misconduct
The abbot of China's Shaolin temple, Shi Yongxin, is under investigation for embezzlement, misuse of funds, and misconduct, including allegations of inappropriate relationships and fathering children, amid ongoing controversy over his commercial approach to monastic leadership.
Shaolin Temple Abbot Under Investigation for Embezzlement and Personal Scandals
Shi Yongxin, a prominent Chinese Buddhist monk and leader of the Shaolin Temple, has been stripped of his position amid allegations of embezzlement, misconduct, and fathering illegitimate children, leading to a criminal investigation and disrobing by Buddhist authorities.
Head of China's Shaolin Temple Under Criminal Investigation for Embezzlement and Misconduct
The abbot of China's Shaolin Temple, Shi Yongxin, is under investigation for suspected embezzlement of funds and assets, as well as personal misconduct including maintaining relationships with multiple women and fathering at least one child, with findings to be announced later.
Shaolin Temple Abbot Under Criminal Investigation in China
Shi Yongxin, the abbot of Shaolin Temple, is under investigation for embezzlement, improper relationships, and fathering children, leading to his removal of his ordination certificate and sparking controversy over his leadership and the temple's reputation.
Shaolin Temple's Head Monk Under Criminal Investigation for Embezzlement
China’s Shaolin Temple announced that its abbot, Shi Yongxin, is under investigation for alleged criminal activities including embezzlement and improper relationships, amid ongoing controversy over his leadership and the temple's commercialization. Shi, known as the 'CEO monk,' has been a prominent figure in promoting the temple globally, but has faced criticism for his lavish lifestyle and commercial ventures. The investigation follows past allegations and rumors about his conduct.