Shaolin abbot misses Bangkok visit amid probe reports

The abbot of Shaolin Temple was absent from a Shaolin kung fu show in Bangkok on Sunday amid reports that he is being investigated on accusations of immoral behavior and corruption.

However, the temple denied that Shi Yongxin is being investigated and said the abbot still plans to join the Shaolin delegation during its six-day visit to Thailand.

Shi was supposed to lead the delegation, but he sent a letter of apology to the event organizer that said he was too busy with work to attend.