A prominent Buddhist monk with deep political ties is about to be arrested in connection with a high-profile kidnapping, following a years-long investigation involving a former minister and a former top police chief.
A politically active and well-known Buddhist monk is expected to be arrested soon over his alleged involvement in a shocking kidnapping incident tied to a major political party dispute, according to highly placed security sources.
The monk, who has long maintained a public presence in both religious and political circles, stands accused of orchestrating the abduction of a party secretary during a turbulent period marked by internal party conflicts several years ago.
According to the complaint lodged by the victim, the kidnapping took place shortly after he left a meeting with the then-President, during which he had raised concerns about political intimidation and internal threats. He alleges he was intercepted and abducted while en route from the Presidential Secretariat.
Security sources confirm that a thorough and extended investigation into the incident has now reached a decisive stage. The probe has unearthed enough evidence to proceed with arrests. Apart from the monk, several high-profile individuals, including a former cabinet minister and a former Inspector General of Police (IGP), have also been named in connection with the case.
This development marks a major turn in an otherwise stalled investigation, with legal teams preparing warrants based on recorded testimonies and corroborative intelligence. The monk’s involvement, reportedly central to the planning and execution of the act, has drawn serious concern within political and religious communities.
Investigators say the victim’s claims were initially met with political resistance and hesitation, but changes in the security and political landscape have allowed renewed scrutiny into previously dormant complaints. Law enforcement agencies are reportedly finalizing arrangements for a coordinated arrest operation that could unfold in the coming days.
If the arrest goes forward as planned, it could shake both religious and political establishments, sparking widespread media attention and debate over the monk’s role in political affairs and the abuse of religious influence for partisan gain.
