Body discovered in advanced decomposition after neighbors reported a foul odor, raising questions over time of death and possible foul play in one of Vietnam’s busiest expat districts.
Ho Chi Minh City authorities have opened a criminal investigation after the body of a foreign man was discovered inside an apartment on Mai Chí Thọ Street in Thu Duc City, an area home to a rapidly growing expat community and major residential developments.
Police and forensic teams sealed off the fifth-floor unit on Monday after building staff and residents reported a strong odor over several days. Attempts to contact the tenant had failed, prompting building management to forcibly enter the apartment on Sunday afternoon — where they found the man deceased in the bathroom.
Initial findings describe the victim as a foreign male with multiple tattoos, dressed in a white T-shirt and shorts. His body was in an advanced state of decomposition, indicating he may have been dead for several days before being discovered. Investigators also noted blood traces on his legs and clothing, though the circumstances remain unclear.
Police have begun an autopsy to determine the cause and timeline of death. Authorities have not yet released the man’s identity or nationality pending the investigation and notification of relevant consulates.
The case has heightened concern among residents in the area, which has become a popular hub for foreigners working in finance, technology, and education. As Ho Chi Minh City continues to attract international residents, incidents involving foreign nationals tend to draw significant public and diplomatic attention.
Police say more information will be released once forensic results are available.
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Source: Vietnam Insider