On 27/8, Long Dien Commune Police initiated proceedings to fine the woman for reporting false, untrue information to competent authorities, under Decree 282/2025.

The woman posted information about the ring theft on Facebook. *Photo: Police provided*

Yesterday, the woman posted on Facebook, claiming that after refueling at a gas station near her home, two men on a motorbike approached, used a knife to threaten her, and took two rings. She also warned residents, especially women with small children, to be cautious when passing through the area.

The post quickly gained attention and was widely shared.

After receiving the information, police extracted camera footage, surveyed the area, tracked movements, and interviewed relevant individuals. However, they did not record any robbery matching the woman's post.

Speaking with the police, she admitted to fabricating the story. According to her statement, she had previously discovered her wedding ring was missing but did not know where she had dropped it. Fearing her husband's reaction, she invented the robbery story to conceal the loss, then told her husband and posted it on Facebook.

The woman admitted to fabricating the robbery story. *Video: Police provided*

Pham Hai