On 2/4, the Office of the Da Nang City Police Investigation Police Agency initiated criminal proceedings and issued a travel ban from residence against Nhu, 31, residing in Hai Chau ward, for fraudulent appropriation of property.

Le Nguyen Quynh Nhu listens to the indictment being read. Photo: Thanh Huynh.

According to the investigation, Nhu exploited her close relationship with the victim to commit fraud, driven by a need for money. The suspect used a Zalo account to create fictitious characters and impersonate police agencies, sending messages to the victim.

Under the guise of a "police agency", Nhu messaged the victim, claiming that "Nhu had been arrested" in connection with drug crimes. She also falsely stated that the victim was an accomplice because she had previously lent Nhu money.

Playing on the victim's fear, Nhu repeatedly demanded money transfers to "fix the case". Investigators determined that, using this method, Nhu appropriated at least 415,5 million VND.

After making numerous transfers as requested, the victim grew suspicious of being scammed and reported the incident to the authorities. During the investigation, Le Nguyen Quynh Nhu admitted to all her criminal acts.

The investigation police agency is currently consolidating the case file for prosecution.

Ngoc Truong