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Suspected $8 million ponzi scheme triggers chaos in Ho Chi Minh City

Hundreds in Ho Chi Minh City confront a woman accused of running a fraudulent savings scheme worth over USD 8 million.

Hospital heads arrested for faking 255 kidney stone treatments

Two department heads at a Dak Lak hospital were detained after charging for laser procedures never performed due to broken equipment.

HCM City police bust massive smuggling ring from China

Five people were arrested after police uncovered a major smuggling network importing undervalued goods through shell companies.

Vietnamese woman prosecuted for selling rare otter on Facebook

Authorities arrested a woman attempting to sell an endangered otter online after she was caught transporting it to Hanoi.

Gambling debt leads to violent abduction of two Chinese men in Da Nang

Two Chinese nationals were rescued by police in Da Nang after being illegally detained and physically assaulted due to massive gambling debts incurred at a local casino.

Phu Quoc land scandal: Journalists prosecuted for extortion plot

The An Giang Provincial Police Department has prosecuted a group of journalists for multiple counts of extortion involving billions of dong, stirring public concern about media ethics and criminal abuse of press credentials.

Cambodia scam ring targeting Vietnamese citizens dismantled by police

A transnational tech scam based in Cambodia is shut down, with suspects returned to Vietnam for prosecution.

Crypto scam “WorldMall.app” deceives thousands across Vietnam

A fake cryptocurrency project promising high returns lures thousands of victims, leading to a major police crackdown.

HCMC police: Street crime down, but laughing gas abuse among youth alarming

Despite crime reductions, Ho Chi Minh City faces drug-related challenges and worsening traffic congestion.

Former education official detained for falsifying admissions documents

Tran Van Thuc, ex-director of Thanh Hoa’s education department, has been arrested for alleged document falsification in school admissions.

Hanoi truck driver arrested for dragging schoolgirl to death after crash

A 15-year-old girl was fatally dragged by a truck in Hanoi. The driver admitted he wanted her dead to evade financial responsibility.

Da Nang police arrest British man for illegal gun possession

A British national has been detained by Da Nang police after pulling a gun on a rival during an altercation at a bar. Authorities later discovered a military-grade firearm and 12 rounds of ammunition at his residence.

29 industrial workers in Quang Ninh test positive for narcotics

Officials confirm 29 positive drug tests and arrest key suspects involved in illegal drug distribution at an industrial construction site.

37 defendants sentenced in nationwide illegal weapon case

The People’s Court of the central province of Gia Lai has sentenced 37 defendants for their roles in an illegal military weapon manufacturing, storage, and trafficking case that spanned 15 provinces and cities nationwide.

Vietnam’s kickboxing legend loses $85,000 in gold after sleeping in car

A man who recently reported the theft of nearly 30 taels of gold while sleeping overnight in his pickup truck in Ho Chi Minh City has been identified as a celebrated martial arts champion, surprising many.

Police ministry suggests ankle monitors for young first-time offenders

In a newly released draft decree, the Ministry of Public Security is seeking public input on regulations detailing community-based diversion measures, electronic monitoring, and reintegration for minors in conflict with the law.

Golden Triangle scam rings smashed as Vietnam steps up cross-border fight

At a Friday session, the National Assembly Standing Committee reviewed the Government’s 2025 report on crime prevention and law violations, as well as anti-corruption efforts.

Diamond deals and supercars: The downfall of Vietnam's young elite

In recent times, a wave of once-celebrated young individuals known for flaunting their lavish lifestyles on social media has been brought to justice. Behind their extraordinary wealth were schemes of fraud and money laundering worth billions of VND.

Vietnam’s boxing chief arrested in US over 78kg cocaine plot

The absence of Luu Tu Bao from the Vietnam Boxing Federation has raised questions - now confirmed by his arrest in the US on serious charges including smuggling and abduction.

Wife pays VND30 million bribe to have husband diagnosed as mentally incapable

Several individuals violated the law by colluding with certain leaders and doctors at the Bien Hoa Central Institute of Forensic Psychiatry in fabricating false psychiatric evaluations to obtain exemptions or reductions in criminal liability cases.