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Ministry of Public Security reports rise in drug use at luxury venues

Drug use is shifting to luxury venues like serviced apartments and resorts, prompting Vietnam’s Public Security Ministry to ramp up anti-drug measures.

Da Nang police arrest 12 in 2-trillion-VND online betting operation

Nearly 100 police officers conducted a coordinated raid across Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City, breaking up a major online gambling network worth 2 trillion VND ($78.9 million).

Cross-border drug ring busted with weapons and 60kg of narcotics

A large-scale operation involving 100 police officers successfully dismantled a drug trafficking network smuggling narcotics from Cambodia into Vietnam.

Vietnamese singer, titoker, Spanish model arrested in major drug bust

Singer Nguyen Trung Hieu, Spanish model and actress Andrea Aybar, and Titoker Nguyen Do Truc Phuong were arrested and prosecuted for organising the illegal use of narcotic substances, Ho Chi Minh City's police said on November 14.

Vietnam police bust major money laundering network linked to African partners

Ho Chi Minh City police have exposed a transnational money laundering network involving three women who, with their African husbands, created over 300 shell companies to funnel stolen funds abroad.

31 arrested, 10 tons of cyanide seized in largest crackdown on toxic chemicals

Following a two-month investigation, Ho Chi Minh City Police have seized nearly 10 tons of cyanide, prosecuting 31 suspects involved in the illegal trade of hazardous chemicals.

Criminal case exposes alleged financial misconduct at SJC gold monopoly

A high-profile investigation involving Saigon Jewelry Company (SJC) is unfolding, with six suspects facing allegations of corruption and abuse of power in their handling of state-directed gold price stabilization.

Vietnam shuts down pirated streaming giant Fmovies, charges site operators

Two men in Hanoi have been charged with copyright infringement for running Fmovies, a pirated streaming site with nearly 50,000 films, as police crack down on major piracy operations.

Appellate trial held for Van Thinh Phat case

The High People’s Court in Ho Chi Minh City on November 4 opened the appellate trial for the case involving property developer Van Thinh Phat Group and Saigon Commercial Joint Stock Bank (SCB).

Nghe An police bust ring smuggling drugs from Europe to Vietnam

Police operating in the central province of Nghe An said on October 31 that they have arrested a suspect and seized a huge amount of drugs which had been transported from Europe to Vietnam.

Youth at risk: Spotting drugs disguised as sweets, drinks, and e-cigarettes

Recently, various new drug types have surfaced, cleverly disguised as foods, beverages, and even e-cigarettes, capturing the interest of young people. How can these hidden drugs be recognized and avoided?

Two diamond smuggling incidents at Tan Son Nhat yield over 1,000 diamonds

Within three days, authorities seized a total of 1,078 smuggled diamonds in two incidents at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Ho Chi Minh City.

Vietnam’s Public Security Ministry calls on fugitives to surrender

Vietnam’s Public Security Ministry encourages those evading justice to come forward to receive leniency, highlighting ongoing national and international efforts for arrests.

Police crack down on illegal cyanide sales after murders & suicides shock public

Following several high-profile cases, Ho Chi Minh City police launch an investigation to control illegal cyanide distribution.

Thousands of secretly recorded videos spark investigation at HCM City school

Ho Chi Minh City authorities are investigating a hidden camera incident at Tan Tuc High School after students reported videos recorded in the girls' restroom being sold and shared online.

Over 9 tons of cyanide seized in major police operation across provinces

Ho Chi Minh City Police have exposed a large-scale illegal trade in hazardous chemicals, leading to the arrest of 17 individuals and the seizure of over 9.4 tons of cyanide.

Police expand investigation into Capel Group’s $28.69 million fraud case

Using a capital mobilization scheme, the Chairman of Capel Group JSC defrauded and misappropriated 700 billion VND ($28.69 million) from 4,800 victims across 63 provinces.

Prosecution charges 17 defendants in COVID-19 rescue flight bribery case

Some defendants exploited their positions to instruct and incite others to provide false statements, conceal crimes, and obstruct the investigation process by authorities.

Over 35,000 victims in Van Thinh Phat case, court hears nearly 6,000 claims

The court has received 5,965 compensation requests from victims of the Van Thinh Phat bond fraud case, with defendant Truong My Lan agreeing to use personal and corporate assets to repay victims.

Foreigners behind online gambling operations in Vietnam, police report

Ho Chi Minh City Police have revealed that foreign individuals are leading online gambling activities in Vietnam, coordinating and directing operations in a hierarchical model through cyberspace.