Police in Nghe An Province have arrested ten people involved in a violent confrontation outside a newly opened seafood restaurant in Thai Hoa Ward. The suspects allegedly used rocks and wooden sticks to smash a car belonging to 34-year-old Nguyen Thanh Hung, following an argument over delayed food service.
Authorities said Hung and nine others are being detained for investigation under Article 318 of Vietnam’s Penal Code for disturbing public order. Police are also examining potential charges of intentional injury and property damage.
According to investigators, the incident occurred around 8:30 p.m. on November 10. Hung and several friends had visited a new snail restaurant in Thai Hoa. Hung reportedly became angry after his order was delayed and argued with the restaurant owner, 28-year-old Dang Trong Vuong.
As Hung’s wife waited in a nearby car to pick him up, the argument escalated. When Vuong continued to shout at him outside the restaurant, Hung allegedly drove his car toward the crowd, hitting two people who sustained minor injuries before fleeing the scene.
Eyewitnesses said the group then retaliated by chasing Hung’s car, throwing stones and striking it with wooden sticks. The pursuit ended when the attackers blocked Hung’s vehicle, forcing him and his passengers to abandon the car and escape on foot.
Police quickly identified and detained the suspects with help from local officers. Photos released by investigators show Hung and the others at the police station. The damaged car was later recovered, its windows shattered and body panels crushed.
Video footage of the incident circulated widely on social media, drawing public attention. Early witness statements suggested the attack was triggered by a disagreement over fireworks filmed from inside Hung’s car, but police later confirmed that version was inaccurate.
The investigation is ongoing.
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