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Foreign suspect arrested in Hanoi for mobile network impersonation scam

Authorities in Hanoi have arrested a foreign national for using a fake mobile base station (BTS) to access mobile networks and distribute fraudulent messages impersonating Vietcombank in a scam operation.

Four foreign nationals arrested over violent attack on Lang Son highway

Police in Lang Son Province have launched an investigation and detained four foreign nationals in connection with a stabbing incident that occurred on National Highway 1A in Dong Kinh Ward.

Taiwanese restaurant owner arrested for running sex operation in HCMC

Police in Ho Chi Minh City have dismantled a high-end restaurant fronting as a brothel, arresting a Taiwanese national and several accomplices.

Life sentences for five Laotians trafficking 100kg of meth into Vietnam

Five Laotian men were sentenced to life imprisonment for smuggling nearly 100kg of methamphetamine into Vietnam in exchange for money.

Chinese man caught after stealing nearly $78,000 in safebreaking spree

Within less than six months, Huang Shaoning and an accomplice carried out four safebreaking thefts at homes, government offices, and businesses in Quang Tri province, stealing nearly 2 billion VND (approximately $78,000).

American suspect arrested 15 hours after daring PNJ gold shop robbery in Da Nang

Da Nang police arrested an American man who staged a violent robbery at a PNJ gold shop, stealing 20 pieces of jewelry worth nearly USD 32,700, just under 15 hours after the incident.

American suspect arrested after stealing $31,000 in gold from Da Nang store

Vietnamese police captured a U.S. citizen accused of robbing a PNJ jewelry store in Da Nang, making off with gold worth over $30,000.

Foreign suspect arrested in violent PNJ gold shop robbery in Da Nang

Police in Da Nang confirmed the arrest of a foreigner accused of attacking a guard and smashing display cases to steal jewelry from a PNJ shop.

Russian man fined for reckless driving in Nha Trang leaves Vietnam

After performing dangerous motorbike stunts on Nha Trang streets, the tourist fled to China following a previous traffic violation.

Two Chinese suspects caught fleeing after $25,000 Da Nang burglary

Police in Da Nang have arrested two Chinese men who stole more than 600 million VND (over $25,000) from a residence in Ngu Hanh Son District. The suspects were apprehended while attempting to flee the country via the airport.

Foreign gamblers jailed for illegal poker at Hanoi club

Five foreign nationals were sentenced for joining a large-scale poker gambling ring at Lucas Palace in Hanoi.

Foreign national caught using fake BTS to send scam texts in HCMC

Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City have arrested a foreign national who used two fake mobile base transceiver stations (BTS) installed in a car to distribute mass scam messages impersonating the National Public Service Portal.

American businessman charged with tax evasion in Hanoi

A US national has been detained in Hanoi for allegedly abusing tax exemptions to avoid paying over $125,000 in duties.

Interpol-wanted fraud suspect arrested in Vietnam, extradited to China

Huang Yue, wanted for international fraud, was captured in Khanh Hoa while posing as a tourist.

Vietnamese women caught in laundering trap

Women lured by Nigerian partners helped launder billions through shell companies.

Chinese woman detained at airport for smuggling undeclared gold into Vietnam

A Chinese national faces trial after trying to enter Vietnam with gold hidden on her body, bypassing customs.

South Korean man jailed 14 years for stealing $100,000 from friend in Vietnam

Taking advantage of a friend's trust, Lee Hyunsoo used the safe code given to him by a fellow South Korean to steal $100,000, which he spent on gambling, paying off debts, and vacationing with his girlfriend.

Foreign woman avoids death penalty in Vietnam drug case

A foreign defendant who was caught bringing over 3.5 kg of heroin into Vietnam has been spared the death penalty thanks to recent amendments to Vietnam’s Penal Code.

Foreign burglars break into Vietnamese home, steal over $12,000 in valuables

Due to a lack of money for personal expenses, three South Korean men broke into a resident’s home in Bien Hoa City, Dong Nai, and stole a large amount of cash and jewelry by breaking into a safe.

Four Chinese nationals pepper-sprayed a driver and stole his car in Thanh Hoa.

Thanh Hoa police arrested four Chinese nationals who used pepper spray to steal a vehicle from a ride-hailing driver on a local expressway.