Student charged with assaulting teacher in Hanoi

The incident occurred on Monday morning, when the 12th grader, identified as L.V.H., and several classmates were reportedly asked to stand in a corner of the classroom as punishment for failing to complete their homework.

The student subsequently became angry and struck his teacher, causing a fracture to her right nasal bone.

On the same day, police in Noi Bai Commune clarified the incident and issued an emergency custody order for the student at Mac Dinh Chi High School in Noi Bai Commune.

The municipal Department of Public Security’s Investigative Police Agency is continuing to compile the case file for further handling in accordance with the law.

The Hanoi Department of Education and Training also released information about the incident.

The school intervened promptly and arranged for the teacher to receive medical attention.

It also coordinated with the student’s family and police to address the incident.

The teacher’s physical and mental health have now stabilized, according to the department.

She is resting and continues to be monitored and treated in accordance with the medical facility’s instructions.

Following the incident, the school’s management board visited the teacher to offer support and encouragement.

The school also convened a meeting of its school council and held discussions with teachers, students and parents to help stabilize emotions and ensure that teaching and learning could continue as normal.

The school has also provided information and documents to assist police with their investigation.

The student’s family has cooperated with the school and was present when police worked with the student.