Chinese monk ‘Papa Wu’ famous for caring for abandoned babies faces fraud probe
Police say Wu and 3 suspected accomplices have been subjected to criminal procedures, relevant assets have been sealed, seized, or frozen
A Chinese Buddhist monk, affectionately known as “Papa Wu” due to his more than a decade of charitable work – including the care of hundreds of abandoned children – has been detained by police for alleged fraud.
The accusation involves the misappropriation of funds totalling more than 10 million yuan (US$1.4 million).
This shocking revelation has sparked intense discussion online, with many expressing disbelief and outrage.
Wu Bing, 48, also known by his monastic name Monk Daolu, hails from Jiangsu province in southeastern China and began his widely publicised philanthropic efforts in 2012.
He established a “Protective Abode” in Zhejiang province, which, at one point, housed over 50 children ranging from newborns to 10-year-olds, who affectionately referred to him as “Papa Wu”.
In addition, he dedicated himself to providing shelter and assistance to single pregnant women unable to care for their children.