Police bust ring selling 400 tonnes of meat from diseased, dead pigs in southern Vietnam
Vietnam News 19:07 21/10/2026Police in Dong Nai City, southern Vietnam have arrested nine suspects for allegedly collecting, slaughtering, and selling around 400 metric tons of diseased and dead pigs for human consumption since 2024, generating nearly US$387,000 in illicit profits.
A Ukrainian, a Turk, and $3,450: A midnight lost-and-found story in Vietnam
Vietnam News 20:00 12/10/2026A lost wallet on a dark Da Nang street could have ruined a Turkish traveler's vacation. Instead, a Ukrainian tourist's prompt decision to contact local police created an unforgettable midnight reunion.
Car caught dragging entire metal roof down Vietnamese street, prompting police hunt
Vietnam News 21:12 11/10/2026Authorities in Quang Ninh City, northern Vietnam, have launched an investigation after a 15-second video captured a sedan recklessly towing heavy, loose metal sheets right past unsuspecting traffic.
Da Nang police officer tracks down lost phone for South Korean tourist
Vietnam News 17:36 11/09/2026A traffic police officer in Da Nang City, central Vietnam used a patrol motorcycle to accompany a South Korean tourist and follow the location signal of her misplaced phone, eventually helping her recover the device she had left in a Grab car last week.
Hanoi police bring AI, smart tech to public safety
Vietnam News 21:21 03/09/2026The Hanoi Department of Public Security has unveiled three digital transformation products, including a smart police application, the second phase of testing for an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) surveillance system, and a domestically produced wireless fire alarm system, as the city seeks to improve public safety and services.
Ho Chi Minh City couple prosecuted over $280,000 fake Havaianas flip-flop bust
Ho Chi Minh City 18:23 27/08/2026Police in Ho Chi Minh City have initiated criminal proceedings against a local business owner and his wife for allegedly trading counterfeit Havaianas flip-flops, seizing over 11,000 pairs worth nearly US$280,000 at genuine market value.
Ho Chi Minh City man arrested 82 minutes after gold shop robbery
Vietnam News 09:57 27/08/2026A man smashed a gold shop display case with a concrete brick and stole 10 18-karat gold bracelets in Ho Chi Minh City on Wednesday before police arrested him just 82 minutes later.
Hanoi launches pilot 'Smart Police Station' kiosk
Vietnam News 20:20 15/08/2026The "Smart Police Station" kiosk model was officially launched for pilot operation in Hanoi on Saturday morning.
CEO of Vietnamese firm behind $100bn high-speed rail proposal arrested for fraudulent claims
Vietnam News 13:46 06/08/2026Authorities in Vietnam have arrested the CEO of a company that gained notoriety for proposing a staggering US$100 billion high-speed railway project, charging him with spreading false claims and attacking state institutions online.
Vietnam police launch criminal probe into deadly pig farm accident
Vietnam News 11:34 01/08/2026Police in Thanh Hoa Province, northern Vietnam have launched a criminal investigation into a tragic workplace accident at a commercial pig farm that left five workers dead and eight others injured earlier this month.
Ho Chi Minh City police seize 1,670 e-cigarette pods containing etomidate
Ho Chi Minh City 14:59 22/07/2026Ho Chi Minh City police have arrested dozens of suspects and seized nearly 1,700 e-cigarette pods containing etomidate, raising concerns over the growing use of the drug in disguised forms.
Police martial arts, tactical performances impress crowds in Vietnam’s Da Lat
Vietnam News 16:17 21/06/2026Martial arts demonstrations, qigong performances, and a fireworks display by Vietnam’s police force left a strong impression on residents and visitors in Da Lat, Lam Dong Province.
