Hanoi Police

Vietnam fraud alerts: messaging, banking & identity scams

81 clusters · 41 sources · last updated about 22 hours ago

Latest: Vietnam Ministry of Public Security warns of biometric banking vulnerabilities

Since July 2026, Vietnamese authorities have issued nationwide warnings regarding evolving fraud tactics involving messaging, banking, and government impersonation. Tactics include Caller ID spoofing, deep-fake impersona

Theft and fraudulent reports in Vietnam

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Police investigate theft and false reports in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City

Authorities in Vietnam have investigated several incidents involving property theft and the filing of false police reports to conceal personal financial actions. In Lâm Đồng province, a young man confessed to fabricatin

Vietnam fraud and money laundering investigation

4 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Hanoi Court Trials Mr Pips, Shark Binh in 1,560 Billion VND Fraud Case

Authorities in Vietnam have moved toward legal action against several high-profile individuals involved in large-scale fraud and money laundering schemes. In one major case, the Hanoi People's Court scheduled a trial for

Drug enforcement operations in Vietnam

5 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Ho Chi Minh City police crack down on drug crime

Law enforcement in Vietnam has conducted various operations targeting narcotics use and distribution. In Da Nang, a 45-day intensive crackdown from August 5 to September 20 concluded with record-breaking enforcement numb

Food product labeling and trademark fraud in Vietnam

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Hanoi food company director uses ChatGPT to mislabel pork products

Authorities in Vietnam have launched investigations into multiple cases of fraudulent food labeling and intellectual property infringement. In Quảng Ngãi province, police prosecuted Đỗ Thành Tín and Dương Thị Phượng, ow

Vietnam market surveillance and criminal enforcement

8 clusters · 25 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Police arrest man for fraud and seize counterfeit luxury watches in Vietnam

By late 2026, law enforcement efforts in Vietnam expanded to address large-scale fraud, smuggling, and human trafficking. In a major financial investigation, the Ministry of Public Security reported that Nguyễn Ngọc Thủy

Vietnam police continue recovering mistaken transfers

29 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Police facilitate return of 41 million VND accidental transfer in Can Tho

Vietnamese police have been working with banks nationwide to locate senders, verify erroneous electronic transfers and arrange refunds. Starting in mid‑June, officers in provinces such as An Giang, Rạch Giá, Điện Biên, P

Vietnam academic and medical credential fraud investigation

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Hanoi Police dismantle nationwide fake diploma ring

Authorities in Vietnam have dismantled criminal networks involved in the production and sale of fraudulent academic and medical credentials. In early October, a joint operation by the Hanoi Police and the Department of

Hanoi high school student teacher assault

2 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Hanoi student assaults teacher at Mac Dinh Chi High School

On October 19, 2026, a 17-year-old student at Mac Dinh Chi High School in Hanoi assaulted his mathematics teacher, Ms. L. T. H., after being penalized for incomplete homework. The student lunged at the teacher, striking

Vietnam road safety and driver training initiatives

17 clusters · 25 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Vietnam traffic police increase enforcement and penalties

Vietnam’s Traffic Police Department has continued its nationwide campaign to improve road safety through specialized training and updated regulations. Following a period in early 2026 where motorcycle-related accidents a

Vietnam weather: Widespread flooding and severe storms

136 clusters · 219 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Vinh Long flooding damages crops in Hoa Hiep commune

Severe weather continues to impact Vietnam, characterized by heavy rainfall, rising river levels, and significant urban disruption. In Northern and North Central regions, flooding has become widespread. In Ninh Binh, the

Hanoi and Khanh Hoa vehicle registration data review

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Hanoi and Khanh Hoa police launch vehicle data cleanup campaign

Hanoi police, in coordination with local commune police and the Ministry of Public Security, are conducting a 100-day campaign to review more than 1 million vehicles. The initiative seeks to update registration data to e

Criminal incidents in Ho Chi Minh City

2 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Hanoi Police Arrest Suspect in Fatal Driver Stabbing

Police in Ho Chi Minh City have detained two individuals following separate violent incidents involving traffic and property. On October 11, 21-year-old Nguyễn Anh Hào was arrested after a confrontation with traffic off

Criminal activity and fraud in Vietnam

11 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Thanh Hoa Police warn of movie-watching scams targeting bank accounts

Vietnam is experiencing a rise in diverse criminal activities, including physical burglaries and sophisticated digital fraud. In Thanh Hoa province, authorities arrested Nguyen Quy Son, a professional burglar who targete

Vietnam Decree 168 traffic fines expand, AI cameras added

33 clusters · 34 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Bac Ninh Police issue speeding fines for 448 vehicles

Vietnam’s traffic-safety programme under Decree 168 continued to broaden through August 2026. Provincial police in Cao Bằng reported 15 signal-and-speed offences captured by cameras from 21-27 May, issuing notices for pa

Public order disturbance in Phu Tho province

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Phu Tho police prosecute woman for disturbing public order

Authorities in Phu Tho province have initiated criminal proceedings against Hoang Thi Huong for “disturbing public order.” The incident occurred on October 12 on National Highway 70B, involving a verbal and physical co

Vietnam food safety and counterfeit goods crackdown

2 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Vietnam authorities crack down on food safety and smuggling violations

Vietnamese authorities have launched intensified operations to combat food safety violations and the distribution of counterfeit goods. In one major case, Hanoi Police dismantled a production ring at Vintechpharm Pharm

Fatal fire incidents and severe weather in Vietnam

4 clusters · 28 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Southern Vietnam faces severe flooding from high tides

A series of fire incidents has been reported across Vietnam, resulting in fatalities and significant property damage. In Hanoi, a fire at a motorcycle parts production facility in Trung Gia Commune on October 5 was suspe

Student-targeted fraud in Vietnam

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Students targeted by online tutor recruitment scams

Fraudulent schemes targeting students in Vietnam have evolved from scholarship-based scams to deceptive job recruitment tactics. Initially, criminals utilized professional-looking websites and social media pages to impe

Safety and emergency response training in Vietnam

10 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Vietnam conducts fire safety training and industrial rescue drills

Vietnam has implemented various emergency response and safety training programs across several provinces, ranging from corporate drills to community education. Initial efforts focused on fire rescue drills at corporate a

Recognition of Hanoi Police Director Nguyễn Thanh Tùng

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Nguyen Thanh Tung honored for 30-year career in Hanoi Police

Lieutenant General Nguyễn Thanh Tùng, Director of the Hanoi Police, has been named one of nine recipients of the ‘Elite Capital Citizen’ title for 2026. His career includes over 30 years of service within the Hanoi Poli

Human trafficking investigations in Vietnam

3 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Thanh Hoa police arrest karaoke owners for human trafficking

Authorities in Vietnam have launched investigations and prosecutions regarding human trafficking rings involving minors in the karaoke industry. In Hung Yen Province, police prosecuted six individuals for the repeated b

Counterfeit food production prosecutions in Hanoi

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Hanoi police prosecute individual for producing 19 tons of counterfeit confectionery

Hanoi police have prosecuted multiple individuals for the production and trade of counterfeit food products in An Khanh commune. In September 2026, authorities prosecuted Ta Thi Yen for “producing and trading counterfei

Illegal cosmetic medical product ring in Hanoi

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Hanoi Police dismantle major illegal cosmetic medical product ring

Hanoi police dismantled a major illegal ring led by Trần Minh Đức that specialized in the production and distribution of unauthorized cosmetic medical products. The operation involved the unauthorized repackaging and lab

Fatal bus accidents on Phap Van - Cau Gie Expressway

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Vehicle safety failures caused fatal Phap Van - Cau Giẽ bus crash

Fatal traffic accidents have occurred on the Phap Van - Cau Gie Expressway in Vietnam involving passenger buses. In an incident on September 6, a 24-seat bus collided with the rear of a semi-trailer truck that had slowe

Medical fraud investigation at Thai Ha General Clinic

2 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Thai Ha General Clinic: 3 detained for medical fraud and tax evasion

Medical professionals in Vietnam have issued warnings regarding the importance of health screenings, noting that many patients remain unaware of chronic conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure until symptoms beco

Prosecution of Vietnamese TikToker for violent content

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Vietnamese authorities prosecute TikToker and arrest public disorder suspect

Thanh Hoa Provincial Police arrested and prosecuted Hoang Quoc Minh, owner of the TikTok account ‘Minh Sam Son’, for spreading information contrary to legal regulations. Minh, who recently completed a prison sentence f

Forest protection violations and prosecutions in Soc Son

5 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Hanoi Police prosecute seven over illegal forest villas

Authorities in Hanoi have confirmed extensive illegal construction and land leveling within the protected forest boundaries of Soc Son, specifically in Kim Anh Commune near Dong Do Lake. An initial inspection identified

Vietnam livestreamed scratch card fraud investigation

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Vietnam police investigate livestreamed scratch card fraud

Police in Hung Yen and Son La provinces are investigating a fraudulent scheme involving the livestreamed sale of scratch cards. Between April and June 2026, suspects Hoàng Văn Duẩn and Hoàng Văn Duy allegedly used Facebo

Vietnam police leadership appointments

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Colonel Trần Văn Quang appointed Deputy Director of Hanoi Police

In late September 2026, several high-level leadership changes occurred within the Vietnamese public security forces. Colonel Nguyễn Đình Dương, formerly the Deputy Director of the Ho Chi Minh City Police, was appointed