On the afternoon of 4/1, Ca Mau Provincial Police announced the arrest of Yen in Cat Lai ward, TP HCM, on charges of property theft.

According to the investigation, Yen met a woman online in mid-2019. They developed a romantic relationship and began living together.

Le Phuong Yen at the time of arrest. Photo: Ca Mau Police

In 10/2023, Yen brought her lover to live at her parents' home in Long Dien commune. Around 8/2024, Yen took advantage of her lover's absence to steal 1,5 luong of 24K gold, replacing it with fake gold.

On 21/10/2024, the victim inspected 15 gold rings, noticed irregularities, and confronted Yen. After admitting to the theft, Yen fled the area.

The victim reported the incident to the police, and a wanted warrant was issued for Yen in 10/2025.

During her time on the run, Yen altered her appearance and disguised herself as a man to avoid detection, complicating the efforts to apprehend her.

An Minh