Mechanic Arrested for Stealing Over 80 Taels of Gold

A mechanic struggling with significant debt has been arrested in Vinh Long province for allegedly stealing more than 80 taels of gold from a local jewelry store. The suspect, identified as Phan Thanh Tinh, 33, from Dong Thap province, reportedly devised the plan to fund his online gambling debts.

According to initial investigations, Tinh, who works as a car mechanic, developed the idea to steal from the K.X gold shop after noticing it during previous trips to Vinh Long to purchase car parts. He saw the shop as a viable target for his illicit plan.

On the night of August 18, Tinh traveled to the Truong An market area in Long Chau ward. He waited until approximately 2 a.m. on August 19 before breaking into the K.X gold shop. While he was in the process of stealing the gold, a patrol unit from the Long Chau Ward Police, who were conducting routine checks in the area, discovered his actions.

The police, with the assistance of local residents, quickly apprehended Tinh and recovered the stolen items. The stolen property consisted of 16-17 karat gold, weighing approximately 83 taels. The Vinh Long Provincial Police Department is continuing its investigation into the case to process it according to legal procedures.