Body of Vietnamese single mother found in Singapore

By Linh Le May 2, 2024 | 03:31 pm PT

The remains of Dang Hoang Ly Na, a 33-year-old Vietnamese single mother, were found in the Singapore River, after local authorities were alerted about an “unnatural death.”

Dang Hoang Ly Na, a Vietnamese single mother who was found dead in Singapore on April 26, 2024. Photo from Na's sister's Facebook

According to a report by AsiaOne, Na’s body was located at approximately 11:15 a.m. on April 26. Preliminary examinations conducted by the police have not raised any immediate suspicions of foul play, yet investigations continue to unravel the details surrounding her demise.

As per Singaporean news outlet Mothership, Na had traveled to the city state merely a week earlier to seek job opportunities and provide support for her family in Vietnam.

Originating from a modest village in Vietnam, Na was a single mother to an 11-year-old daughter and the sole provider for her elderly parents, who are in their 70s. She had been dealing with lung issues, yet pursued employment at a nightlife venue in Singapore, motivated by the necessity to support her daughter and elderly parents.

Roland Tay, an undertaker, conveyed to Shin Min Daily News that the process of sending Na’s remains back to Vietnam had commenced at no cost as a gesture to help her family cope during this difficult period.

A relative of Na’s landed in Singapore on April 29 to aid in the repatriation efforts.