A security guard at a well-known seafood restaurant in Can Tho was fatally stabbed by a colleague in a shocking workplace incident, authorities said. The case has raised questions about staff training and workplace safety at busy dining establishments in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta.
The Can Tho Police Department confirmed on November 21 that 29-year-old Duong Thanh Lap, a security guard residing in An Binh ward, was detained after allegedly stabbing 18-year-old co-worker M.H.K. during a dispute over managing customer vehicles at the restaurant on Tran Hoang Na Street, Tan An Ward.
Security footage from the restaurant captured the attack. The injured guard was rushed to hospital but succumbed to his wounds the following morning. Police quickly responded to the scene, apprehending Lap, who reportedly admitted to the stabbing during initial questioning.
Incidents like this highlight safety challenges in high-traffic restaurants popular with locals and tourists alike. Can Tho, a key city in the Mekong Delta known for its floating markets and riverside dining, has seen rapid growth in hospitality and tourism, putting pressure on staffing and operational management.
Authorities continue to investigate the case, which has sent ripples through the city’s restaurant industry and raised awareness about security and conflict prevention in Vietnam’s bustling dining scene.
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Source: Vietnam Insider