Phu Tho police prosecute 8 youths for public disorder

Police in Phu Tho province have initiated criminal proceedings against eight teenagers for “disturbing public order.” The group, consisting of nine individuals aged 15 to 18, reportedly engaged in a dangerous trend known by the slang term “di Leo,” which involves seeking out strangers on the road to provoke and attack them.

According to investigators, the group prepared weapons including two swords, a slingshot, and 40 glass beer bottles. To evade detection, the youths removed their motorcycle license plates and wore masks while traveling on five motorbikes along route TL316.

During the incident, the group targeted two young men on a single motorcycle, chasing them at high speeds and throwing glass bottles. The pursuit resulted in a collision that caused one victim to fall and suffer a broken lower leg. Following the crash, the group allegedly damaged the victim's motorcycle and stole its license plate. One member of the group was placed under local management and education as they are not yet of legal age to face criminal responsibility.