Police in Ben Thanh Ward, District 1 (former administrative unit), Ho Chi Minh City, are investigating allegations that a 35-year-old man sexually harassed a female passenger on Metro Line 1 (Ben Thanh – Suoi Tien) on the afternoon of August 14.
According to initial reports, L.P.V.C. sat next to the victim, Ms. P., while wearing a black jacket, a mask, and carrying a backpack on his chest. He allegedly placed his hand under the backpack to touch her thigh and body. Despite verbal objections, he reportedly continued until the victim resisted more forcefully.
When the train stopped, C. fled and hid in the men’s restroom. Ms. P. chased him and alerted metro security. Police officers and rapid-response forces arrived, escorting C., the victim, and witnesses to the station for questioning.
A search of C.’s backpack reportedly uncovered student ID cards and documents suspected to be forged.
Later that day, another woman posted on social media claiming she had previously been harassed by C. on the metro, and had captured photos and videos to hand over to authorities.
Police are now reviewing CCTV footage and taking statements to clarify the suspect’s actions.
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Source: Vietnam Insider