Police dismantle transnational drug trafficking ring from Laos to Vietnam

Hanoi police, in coordination with the Ministry of Public Security, border guards, and customs authorities, have dismantled a major transnational drug trafficking ring operating from Laos into Vietnam. The operation resulted in the seizure of over 55kg of synthetic drugs, primarily methamphetamine.

The crackdown began following intelligence regarding large shipments being moved via express delivery services. On September 19, 2026, authorities intercepted Pham Tuan Cuong in the Xuan Phuong ward of Hanoi, seizing approximately 25kg of methamphetamine.

Following the investigation, a joint task force operating in Laos apprehended two additional suspects, Phan Van Trieu and Nguyen Thanh Tuan Duy, at the Saysombom Hotel. Further searches led to the recovery of additional narcotics, bringing the total seized amount to over 55kg. The suspects, all hailing from Vinh Long province, are being processed under Vietnamese law.