Ngo Duy Khanh, 41, residing in Binh Minh commune, was sentenced to death for murder by the Dong Nai City People's Court on 15/9.

According to the indictment, Khanh and Nguyen, 35, were living together. Khanh discovered Nguyen frequently communicating with her ex-partner and demanded she cease contact.

The defendant at this morning's trial. *Photo: Thai Ha*

Five months before the sentencing, Khanh again found Nguyen in contact with her ex, leading to an argument. On 11/4, another dispute escalated. Khanh locked the door of their rental room to prevent Nguyen from escaping. During the heated exchange, Khanh became enraged. He then took about one liter of gasoline, poured it on Nguyen, and set her on fire, causing her death.

After committing the crime, Khanh further locked the door, preventing others from rescuing Nguyen.

The judicial panel assessed Khanh's actions as demonstrating a brutal, violent, and cold-blooded nature. They concluded he showed no possibility of rehabilitation or becoming a useful member of society.

Phuoc Tuan

* The victim's name has been changed.