Shi Yongxin of Shaolin Monastery in Henan, China, was stripped of his ordination over alleged misconduct involving money and sexual relationships with women.

According to The Standard, a notice that was posted online claimed that Shi was caught at the airport in Shanghai attempting to flee to the U.S. on Jul. 26 with seven mistresses, 21 children and six temple staff.

The head of the Chinese temple known as the birthplace of kung fu will be disrobed for "extremely" bad behaviour, Beijing's top Buddhist authority said Monday, after allegations of embezzlement saw him placed under investigation.