Authorities in Ha Tinh Province are investigating a suspected child abuse case after an 11-year-old girl was hospitalized with multiple injuries believed to have been caused by her stepfather.
On October 19, Mr. Nguyen Van Tuan, Chairman of Co Dam Commune People’s Committee (Nghi Xuan District, Ha Tinh), confirmed that the local government and police are verifying information related to a fifth-grade student admitted to the hospital with signs of severe physical abuse.
“We have assigned commune police to investigate and have already questioned the man accused of beating the child,” Mr. Tuan said. “The girl is currently being treated at a hospital in Nghe An Province, and our local officials have visited to offer support.”
Disturbing Images Shared Online
The girl, identified as H.T.N.L (11), is a student at Co Dam Primary School. Her stepfather, Nguyen Van N., residing in Phu Hoa Hamlet, is the main suspect in the case. According to local sources, L.’s mother — originally from another province — was away visiting family when the alleged abuse occurred.
Photos and videos posted on social media showed the child lying in a hospital bed with visible injuries on her back, legs, and arms. Her head was also bandaged due to a deep cut, believed to have resulted from repeated beatings.
In the circulating video clip, the young girl could be heard saying that she had been physically assaulted multiple times, with the most recent incident taking place on October 18.
The scars on L’s body are dense. PHOTO: SCREENSHOT
Police Investigation Underway
The shocking footage has sparked public outrage, prompting local authorities to take swift action. Police have detained the stepfather for questioning while gathering medical records and witness statements.
Officials have assured that the case will be investigated thoroughly, and any verified acts of abuse will be prosecuted according to Vietnamese law.
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