Vietnamese Fugitives Arrested in Bangkok for Acid Attack
Thai Immigration Bureau officers have apprehended a Vietnamese couple hiding in Bangkok after fleeing an acid attack case in Hanoi.
On October 10, 2026, the Immigration Bureau (Division 3) announced the arrest of a Vietnamese couple residing in the Huai Khwang district of Bangkok. According to Matichon Online, the suspects were wanted in connection with a violent acid attack that occurred in Hanoi, Vietnam.
Following the incident, the pair reportedly fled their home country to evade legal proceedings. Thai authorities tracked the individuals to their residence in Bangkok, leading to their successful apprehension. The operation was overseen by Police Major General Songprod Sirisukha, Commander of Immigration Division 3.
For residents and travelers, this event highlights the ongoing cooperation between Thai immigration authorities and international law enforcement agencies to identify and detain individuals with outstanding criminal warrants from abroad. Such actions are part of broader efforts to maintain security and monitor foreign nationals residing within the country.
At this stage, details regarding the specific legal timeline for their extradition to Vietnam remain to be confirmed. The suspects are currently in custody pending further administrative and legal processes. No further information has been released regarding the condition of the victims in the original incident or the specific duration of the suspects' stay in Thailand prior to their arrest.
