Authorities in Tan Hung Ward confirmed they had invited the individuals for questioning and are handling the case in accordance with regulations.

Previously, a video clip went viral on social media showing the group, consisting of middle-aged men, setting up a net that stretched across the street to play badminton. They even installed two fixed poles in the middle of the road and painted lines directly on the asphalt to mark the court.

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The group set up a badminton net across the street, sparking public anger. Image: Screenshot from video

Several spectators were seen sitting on sidewalks and at a nearby café watching the match unfold.

At the scene, many motorbikes were parked directly on the roadway, occupying much of the street and forcing vehicles to slow down and maneuver around the impromptu game.

Initial investigations revealed the incident occurred on the morning of November 27 on Street No. 9 in Tan Hung Ward. The group was reported to have been engaging in this activity for an extended period, frequently obstructing traffic and drawing complaints from frustrated residents.

Upon receiving information about the situation, local police summoned those involved for questioning and are also investigating who was responsible for illegally painting lines on the road surface to simulate a playing field.

According to current regulations, individuals engaging in unauthorized sports activities such as football, shuttlecock kicking, or badminton on public roadways can be fined between 200,000 to 250,000 VND (approximately USD 8 to 10) per person.

Earlier in August, authorities in Binh Trung Ward, HCMC, similarly summoned and fined another group of elderly residents for setting up a badminton court in the middle of a road in Van Minh residential area, following public complaints on social media.

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