# Dak Lak festival misconduct investigation

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/dak-lak-festival-misconduct-investigation
> Updated: 2026-08-24T08:28:48.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Following the 2026 Dak Lak Durian Festival, the Dak Lak Provincial People's Committee ordered investigations into various forms of misconduct. Authorities are addressing complaints regarding excessive parking fees, where vehicles were reportedly charged between 30,000 and 100,000 VND without receipts. 

Provincial police have also been directed to investigate reports of pickpocketing and property theft in crowded areas. Additionally, the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism was instructed to review the management of Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) following reports of offensive remarks made by a KOL during the event.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-24: Dak Lak authorities intensify patrols against overloaded vehicles

Dak Lak traffic police are increasing patrols to penalize overloaded and oversized vehicles to protect road infrastructure and ensure safety.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dak-lak-authorities-intensify-patrols-against-overloaded-vehicles

### 2026-08-23: Dak Lak authorities investigate festival misconduct

Dak Lak authorities have ordered investigations into theft, excessive parking fees, and offensive remarks by KOLs during the 2026 Durian Festival to ensure public order and transparency.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dak-lak-authorities-investigate-festival-misconduct

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