During a recent search of the residence of Vo Thi Ngoc Ngan, better known as “Ngan 98,” Ho Chi Minh City police discovered a large safe containing 80 land title deeds, over USD 8,000 in cash, four bank savings books, and two cars, all suspected to be linked to a counterfeit food production operation.

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Police seized a safe containing land deeds and other assets from Ngan 98’s residence. Photo: L.A

On October 15, the Ho Chi Minh City Police Department announced that they had coordinated with the city’s People’s Procuracy to conduct a two-day search, from October 13 to 14, of Ngan’s home as part of their investigation into a case involving the production and sale of counterfeit food products. Vo Thi Ngoc Ngan (born 1998, originally from Binh Dinh, now residing in Gia Lai and living in Cat Lai Ward, HCMC) has been identified as the ringleader.

During the search, authorities found a large locked safe.

When Ngan and her family failed to provide the code, the police - following legal procedure and under the supervision of the People’s Procuracy - transported the safe to their headquarters for official opening.

Inside, investigators discovered:

80 red books (land use rights certificates)
More than USD 8,000 in cash
Four bank savings books
Multiple other related items

In addition, two cars were temporarily seized for asset verification purposes.

Police noted that Ngan showed signs of resistance and gave inconsistent statements during questioning.

Authorities are now working to determine the relationship between these assets and Ngan’s alleged criminal activities, tracing the origin of the assets and money flow linked to the production and distribution of counterfeit food products.

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Police stated that Ngan 98 was uncooperative and evasive during questioning. Photo: CACC

Previously, Ngan repeatedly refused to cooperate with investigators, delayed working sessions, and actively resisted arrest. However, evidence and financial documents collected by the police have confirmed her key role in orchestrating the counterfeit food ring.

Ho Chi Minh City police emphasized that all violations of the law and acts of defiance against law enforcement will be handled strictly to uphold justice and protect consumers’ rights.

The authorities are also questioning Ngan’s husband, musician Luong Bang Quang (born 1982), her mother Tran Thi Thanh (born 1972), and several other individuals to clarify their involvement.

Dam De