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Vietnamese news journal leaders face prosecution for systematic extortion

Ex-editor of Environment and Urban Journal charged in VND 5 billion extortion case

Luu Binh Nhuong’s sentence cut by one year, appeals by Le Thanh Van rejected

Former lawmakers lose appeals in abuse of power case as high-profile trial concludes.

Large drug trafficking cases uncovered, many defendants face death penalty

The April 17 manhunt for Bui Dinh Khanh in Quang Ninh province was still fresh when news about Phu Tho Police discovering the province’s biggest drug case shocked the public.

Former food safety chief arrested over bribery in Vietnam supplement scandal

Ex-officials at the Ministry of Health arrested for enabling large-scale health product fraud.

Thief steals valuables next to sleeping homeowner in Hanoi

In a daring late-night break-in, a burglar sneaks into a Hanoi apartment and escapes after a struggle.

Former National Assembly official faces prosecution in major corruption case

Pham Thai Ha is accused of abusing power for profit, causing state losses of over VND 96 billion.

Vietnam dismantles massive scam networks behind fake games and finance

Thousands lose life savings to online investment traps driven by fake apps, greed, and fear.

Business tycoon on death row disputes state asset valuations

From detention, Truong My Lan requests a fair valuation of her assets, citing discrepancies that could increase state recovery.

Jealous rage leads to deadly arson attack at Saigon rental home

Police in Ho Chi Minh City have arrested a man suspected of setting fire to a rental home in Thu Duc City, killing two people and seriously injuring another in a shocking crime rooted in jealousy.

Grave robbers dig ancient tombs from kings to legends in search of treasure

Before the recent case of two Chinese nationals excavating the tomb of King Le Tuc Tong, Vietnam had already witnessed numerous grave robberies and relic thefts that damaged heritage sites and violated the nation's cultural assets.

Justice reexamined in schoolgirl's death that led to fatal shooting in Vinh Long

The 2024 crash that killed 14-year-old Nguyen Ngoc Bao Tran is now under criminal investigation, reversing earlier decisions.

Verbo Capital scam cons 4,000 victims out of 12 million USD

A fake forex platform operated by Chinese and Vietnamese suspects deceived thousands before being shut down by police.

Interpol Red Notice fugitive arrested in Vietnam’s Vinh Phuc province

South Korean national Kim JiWon, wanted for illegal online gambling, was residing illegally.

Vinh Long shooting sparks dual investigations into road death and retaliation

After a father shot a truck driver linked to his daughter’s death, police are urgently reviewing both the shooting and the original traffic case.

Nghe An shuttlecock coach arrested for embezzling athletes’ allowances

Ton Quy Hoa, head coach of the shuttlecock sport in Nghe An, has been urgently arrested for embezzling athletes’ allowances over an extended period, police confirmed.

Father shoots truck driver after daughter’s fatal accident in Vinh Long

Nguyen Vinh Phuc used a homemade gun to shoot the driver involved in a traffic accident that led to his daughter's death in 2024.

Court sentences former Deputy Minister Hoang Quoc Vuong to six years

Former Deputy Minister Hoang Quoc Vuong was handed a six-year prison term for abusing his authority in a high-profile corruption case.

Chinese director’s company caught with 25 tons of unverified health supplements

Authorities in Bac Ninh Province have conducted a surprise inspection and seized approximately 25 tons of products, including vitamins and collagen supplements, with unclear origins at a company led by a Chinese director.

Director detained over production of 71,000 liters of fake cooking oil

Police in Phu Tho Province have urgently detained Nguyen Van Hung, Director of Famimoto Vietnam Co., Ltd., for investigation related to the production of counterfeit MSG, cooking oil, seasoning powder, and other food products.

New arrests in Quang Ninh drug trafficking case involving murder and firearms

The Quang Ninh Provincial Police have arrested eight more individuals, raising the total number of detained suspects to thirteen. Authorities have also seized additional evidence and means related to the recent drug trafficking case.