A woman handed over money and assets to Nguyen Van Xiem, 30, in an attempt to secure a reduced sentence and prison transfer for her husband, only to have the funds misappropriated.

Claiming to be a skilled lawyer with many high-level connections, Nguyen Thi Thanh Van and her partner defrauded victims into contributing capital for projects and land dispute resolution, appropriating nearly 13 billion VND.

Vu Huy Binh and Le Van Tuan are accused of defrauding 192 individuals of 1,4 billion VND in deposit money for used cars advertised on social media.

Nguyen Ngoc Quang, 36, posted articles soliciting donations for flood-affected residents, appropriating money from 30 individuals.