# Weapon seizures and surrender campaigns in Vietnam

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/weapon-seizures-and-surrender-campaigns-in-vietnam
> Updated: 2026-08-25T03:56:16.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 2.

Law enforcement activities regarding illegal weapons in Vietnam have involved both criminal investigations and public safety campaigns.

In Hanoi, police arrested a suspect named Dao Dinh Thang after a patrol by Task Force 141. Authorities seized three firearms—including a 75cm metal double-barreled gun, a 34cm single-barreled gun, and a 105cm single-barreled gun—alongside a knife, handcuffs, and a handgun-shaped object.

In Tuyen Quang province, authorities have focused on a voluntary surrender campaign for weapons, explosives, and fireworks. Since July 2026, the initiative has utilized propaganda sessions to encourage residents to turn in items used for hunting and crop protection. This effort has resulted in the surrender of 263 homemade guns, 283 bullets, and 29 detonators, with the campaign set to continue through October 15, 2026.

## Claims

- Tuyen Quang provincial police have organized a campaign to collect weapons, explosives, and fireworks. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The campaign period is scheduled from July 15 to October 15, 2026. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Citizens have voluntarily surrendered 263 homemade guns. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Citizens have surrendered 283 bullets. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Citizens have surrendered 29 detonators. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Police have conducted 468 propaganda sessions since July 2026. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- More than 68,000 people have participated in the propaganda sessions. (corroborated by 2 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-25: Tuyen Quang residents surrender 263 homemade guns and explosives

Tuyen Quang police have collected 263 homemade guns, 283 bullets, and 29 detonators through a voluntary surrender campaign aimed at improving public safety and reducing weapon-related accidents.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tuyen-quang-residents-surrender-263-homemade-guns-and-explosives

### 2026-08-20: Hanoi police seize three firearms and weapons from suspect

Hanoi police arrested Dao Dinh Thang and seized three firearms, a knife, and handcuffs during a patrol in the Nam Phu area.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hanoi-police-seize-three-firearms-and-weapons-from-suspect

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