Thai monk infamous for sexual allegations passes away

Phra Yantra left Thailand for the United States, where he was granted political asylum. - The Nation/ANN

ESCONDIDO: The official Facebook page of Wat Sunyataram in Escondido, California, posted photos and a message on Sunday afternoon (March 9), confirming the death of Phra Yantra, the President of the temple.

The temple's message read: "With deepest sympathy, we send our respects as we guide Phra Ajarn Yantra Amaro, President and spiritual leader of Wat Sunyataram, to Nirvana. Phra Yantra passed away on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at Wat Sunyataram, Escondido, at the age of 73, after 51 years of ordination."