Authorities in Dong Nai have successfully located and returned a 14-year-old girl to her family after she was allegedly taken by a group of strangers speaking a foreign language and transported to multiple locations.
Teen Girl Reported Missing After Getting Into Car With Foreigners
On August 6, police in Tri An Commune, Dong Nai Province, received a report from V.A.M.T., a local resident, stating that her daughter, T.P.N.A., had been taken away by a group of unfamiliar individuals who spoke a foreign language. The group allegedly placed the girl in a vehicle and drove off.
After multiple failed attempts to contact the girl, the family feared a possible kidnapping or human trafficking attempt, potentially involving illegal transport to Cambodia, and promptly notified the authorities.
Authorities Track Vehicle Across Multiple Provinces
Tri An Commune Police quickly formed three investigation teams and launched a search. They were able to track the vehicle’s movement from near Tan Son Nhat Airport (Ho Chi Minh City), through Tam Long Ward (Ba Ria City), and eventually to Cam My District in Dong Nai.
At that location, authorities successfully intervened, rescued the girl, and ensured her safe return to her family.
Police Warn of Rise in Sophisticated Online Kidnapping Scams
Tri An Police issued a warning to the public about a rising trend of “online kidnapping scams” across Vietnam, including in Dong Nai. These scams often start with strangers making contact via social media or messaging apps, building trust, and then luring the victim out.
Once isolated, the victim may be recorded on video, threatened, or even assaulted. The perpetrators then demand contact information for family members and extort money under threats of violence.
Parents Urged to Supervise Children’s Internet Use
Authorities strongly recommend that parents increase supervision of their children’s online activities. It’s important to educate minors about internet safety and stay alert to signs of unusual behavior or psychological distress.
If a suspected kidnapping occurs, police advise against transferring money or panicking. Instead, immediately report the case to the nearest law enforcement agency. The public is also urged to verify all information through official sources to avoid spreading false or misleading news that could cause public anxiety.
The case is currently under continued investigation by Tri An Commune Police.
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Source: Vietnam Insider