HO CHI MINH CITY – Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City are urgently investigating two separate, deeply troubling deaths that are now being treated as suspected homicides. One case involves the brutal killing of a technology-based motorbike taxi driver in District 12, while the other centers on the shocking death of an 80-year-old woman, initially believed to have died from natural causes.
Ride-Hailing Driver Found Slain in District 12 Alley
Police are conducting an intensive investigation into the murder of a ride-hailing driver whose body was discovered in a narrow alley in District 12. The victim was found with a fatal wound to his neck, a detail that immediately pointed investigators toward foul play.
According to preliminary reports, the driver, whose identity has not yet been released pending family notification, was found by local residents early this morning. First responders confirmed the death at the scene.
The HCMC Police Department, in coordination with the District 12 precinct, has cordoned off the area to gather forensic evidence and search for the weapon used in the attack. Detectives are currently tracing the driver's last known route and final passenger pickup through his company's app data, which is considered a critical lead in identifying a suspect. They are also canvassing the neighborhood for potential witnesses who may have heard or seen a disturbance.
The incident has sent a wave of concern through the local community of ride-hailing drivers, who often work late hours and in unfamiliar areas, highlighting the inherent risks associated with their profession.
Security Camera Footage Reveals Suspected Murder of 80-Year-Old Woman
In a separate and equally disturbing case, the death of an 80-year-old woman in her home, initially thought to be the result of a stroke, is now being investigated as a homicide after security camera footage revealed a horrifying turn of events.
The elderly woman was found deceased in her residence, and at first, there were no apparent signs of a struggle, leading authorities to tentatively conclude she had passed away from natural causes. However, a routine review of CCTV footage from a camera installed at the property uncovered shocking moments that directly contradict the initial assessment.
While police have not released the specific details captured on video, they have confirmed that the footage shows evidence of a criminal act leading to the woman's death. This critical discovery has completely redirected the investigation. A full-scale homicide inquiry is now underway, with forensic teams re-examining the scene for evidence that may have been missed initially.
Authorities are meticulously analyzing the video to identify the individual or individuals involved and are appealing to the public for any information that could assist in the case. The revelation has stunned the local neighborhood, transforming a tragedy into a frightening mystery.
