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DJ sentenced to death for leading 'nước vui' drug ring
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DJ sentenced to death for leading 'nước vui' drug ring

From Tuổi Trẻ · (9m ago) Vietnamese Critical tone

Translated from Vietnamese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Vietnamese DJ Nguyễn Thị Hoài, also known as Hoài DJ, has been sentenced to death for leading a drug trafficking ring.
  • She was convicted of drug trafficking, possession, and organizing drug use, involving over 108kg of methamphetamine, MDMA, nimetazepam, and ketamine.
  • The ring operated by packaging and distributing "nước vui" (ecstasy) in Ho Chi Minh City, with Hoài earning nearly $3.8 billion VND.

A stark reminder of the severe consequences of drug trafficking in Vietnam has been delivered with the death sentence handed down to Nguyễn Thị Hoài, a DJ known as Hoài DJ. The verdict, encompassing charges of illegal drug trafficking, possession, and organizing drug use, underscores the judiciary's zero-tolerance policy towards narcotics that threaten the fabric of society.

Bị cáo Nguyễn Thị Hoài (áo xanh) tại tòa

— A.XHĐCaption identifying the defendant Nguyễn Thị Hoài in court.

Hoài's involvement began in Cambodia, where she worked as a DJ and became entangled with an individual named Zin, who was involved in packaging the illicit substance known as "nước vui." Initially earning 50 million VND per month for record-keeping and transport, Hoài's role escalated significantly upon her return to Vietnam for medical treatment. Zin then supplied her with precursor chemicals, tasking her with packaging and distributing the drug in Ho Chi Minh City, earning a commission of $2 USD per package.

Tòa cũng tuyên phạt Thạch Hoàng Minh mức án chung thân về tội Mua bán trái phép chất ma túy, Tổ chức sử dụng trái phép chất ma túy. 6 bị cáo khác bị phạt từ 8 năm tù đến chung thân về tội Mua bán trái phép chất ma túy.

— Tòa ánThe court's sentencing of other defendants in the drug trafficking case.

The scale of the operation was substantial. Hoài enlisted several accomplices to help mix and package the "nước vui," using various brand names like Chali, Deadpool, Coffee, and Crispy Fruit. Together, they trafficked over 108 kilograms of dangerous drugs, including methamphetamine, MDMA, nimetazepam, and ketamine. Hoài herself is reported to have profited nearly 3.8 billion VND from these illicit activities. Furthermore, she organized drug use sessions for her associates at a residence in District 1, and was found to be in possession of 58.5 grams of various drugs at the same location.

Zin cho Hoài làm nhiệm vụ cộng sổ sách việc đóng gói, vận chuyển ma túy của Zin tại kho ở Campuchia và trả công cho Hoài 50 triệu đồng/tháng.

— Hồ sơ vụ ánDescription of Hoài's initial involvement in the drug operation in Cambodia.

This case highlights the pervasive nature of drug networks that exploit individuals and communities. The sentencing of Hoài and her co-defendants sends a clear message that authorities are committed to dismantling these operations and holding those responsible accountable, regardless of their methods or social standing. The severe penalty reflects the gravity with which Vietnam views the fight against illegal drugs.

Hoài thuê Đào Hoàng Nam, Mạc Đức Vinh, Nguyễn Hưng Long, Võ Thị Quỳnh Trang, Thạch Hoàng Minh, Huỳnh Văn Tân, Lê Quang Hiền và Nguyễn Xuân Trang giúp sức đóng gói "nước vui".

— Hồ sơ vụ ánDetails on how Hoài recruited accomplices for packaging drugs.
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Originally published by Tuổi Trẻ in Vietnamese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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