Foreign National Prosecuted for Vandalizing Da Nang Cafe After Dispute

Authorities in Da Nang, Vietnam, have initiated legal proceedings against a foreign national for acts of public disorder and property destruction. The suspect, identified as L.S.G., a 35-year-old foreigner, faces charges following a rampage at a cafe on Le Hong Phong street in Hai Chau district.

The incident unfolded in the early hours of May 30. After a small disagreement with patrons inside the establishment, the suspect allegedly resorted to violent behavior. He is accused of smashing a customer's phone and then using a wooden chair to damage numerous items within the cafe, including the bar area and other sections. The suspect also reportedly climbed to the mezzanine, kicked down a door, and continued his destructive spree, even confronting a young man present.

His aggressive actions caused panic among customers and staff, who fled the scene. Law enforcement intervened, and the suspect eventually ceased his disruptive behavior. The incident significantly disrupted public order and the cafe's operations, drawing a crowd on Le Hong Phong street. Initial assessments place the damage at approximately 383 million Vietnamese dong, covering various items belonging to customers, such as phones, laptops, and tablets. Investigators are continuing to assess the full extent of the damage and determine the suspect's responsibility for the destruction of property.