'Insane': child-abusing monk lauded by supporters

Melbourne monk sentenced to 13 years for child abuse

Inside the packed courtroom, the 71-year-old Buddhist smiled, waved and spoke to supporters who bowed to him as he was being led out of the dock.

Monk who preyed on girls sentenced to 13 years' jail

A County Court judge ordered Naotunne Vijitha, 71, to serve 13 years and 2 months for sexually abusing six girls at a Melbourne temple.

‘Insane’: Abusive monk hailed by supporters as victims watch in disbelief

The former head monk lured children as young as four with lollies, toys and books.

'Insane': child-abusing monk lauded by supporters

A head monk who betrayed the trust of six young girls and their families when he lured them away with lollies at his temple has been jailed.

‘Insane’: child-abusing monk lauded by supporters

A head monk who betrayed the trust of six young girls and their families when he lured them away with lollies at his temple has been jailed.