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Tran Gia Huy, 19, is under investigation for public disorder following the violent incident. According to police, the confrontation began two days earlier when the 38-year-old foreigner visited a beverage shop on Bui Vien, a popular nightlife hotspot in District 1.
A group of store employees assaulted a foreigner in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Video courtesy of the police
An argument erupted between the foreign visitor and store employees, including Huy.
The situation quickly escalated, resulting in Huy and two others physically assaulting the victim. Huy allegedly struck the South African man in the head using beer bottles.
Bystanders recorded the scene, and videos quickly went viral on social media.
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Tran Gia Huy at a police station in Ho Chi Minh City. Photo courtesy of the police |
Pham Ngu Lao Ward police swiftly responded, taking all involved individuals into custody for questioning. The investigation is ongoing.
Known for its vibrant nightlife, Bui Vien Walking Street frequently attracts both locals and tourists.
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People involved in an altercation on Bui Vien Walking Street, Ho Chi Minh City. Photo courtesy of the police |
