Khon kaen: A summons has been issued to "Aunt Da" along with five other individuals for allegedly obstructing the entrance and exit of Wat Pa Adulyaram with concrete pipes. Police clarified that this case is distinct from the existing land ownership dispute involving the temple. According to Thai News Agency, the police have identified the individuals connected to the incident following the review of CCTV footage and witness statements. Superintendent Pol. Col. Yosawat Kaewsubthanynit of Khon Kaen City Police Station stated that four vehicles were involved, including two vans from Bangkok, a concrete mixer truck, and a pickup truck transporting materials. Summonses have been issued to "Aunt Da" and the vehicle owners for questioning. The driver of the concrete mixer truck claimed he was instructed by a store manager to pour concrete in the area, assuming it was for traffic facilitation.
CCTV footage confirmed Aunt Da's presence at the scene, necessitating her summons for questioning to determine her involvement. The police emphasized that the main concern is the "right of possession." Interference with this right could lead to trespassing charges, independent of the unresolved land ownership dispute. The investigation will continue to gather facts and proceed according to legal protocols. The police also conducted drug tests in the temple and found one temple boy with positive results for drugs. This follows allegations from Aunt Da about illicit activities at the temple. However, previous inspections mostly returned negative results.
In a related matter, Phra Khru Adulsaranithet, the abbot of Wat Pa Adulyaram, displayed the original land title deed to reporters before applying for ownership transfer at the Khon Kaen Provincial Land Office. The deed, currently in the name of Mr. Hiang Phimsri, is confirmed authentic and is in the process of being transferred to the temple. The Khon Kaen Provincial Land Office has outlined the procedure for transferring ownership under Section 84 of the Land Code, which requires multiple verifications and assessments before completion.
Phra Khru Adulsaranithet expressed a desire for direct communication with Ms. Darinee, the plaintiff, to resolve the matter amicably. He emphasized the need for patience and careful dialogue in addressing the dispute. According to Section 84, the temple must be recognized as a legal entity to acquire land for religious purposes. The process involves verifying the temple's status and compiling necessary documents for submission to the Provincial Governor. The procedure will be expedited to resolve the ownership issue promptly.