A court in Vietnam has sentenced 27 individuals to death after they were found guilty of trafficking over 600 kilograms of narcotics, including heroin, ketamine, and methamphetamine.
According to state media reports, the sentences were handed down on Friday, marking the conclusion of a significant legal case. The accused were part of a large drug trafficking syndicate responsible for smuggling a total of 626 kilograms (1,380 pounds) of illegal drugs into Vietnam.
The smuggling operation spanned several years, with the illicit substances being transported from Cambodia into Vietnam between March 2018 and November 2022. The gang’s activities were well-coordinated, and their operations were part of a broader regional effort to distribute these dangerous drugs across Southeast Asia. The case highlights the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement agencies in the region in tackling the growing problem of drug trafficking.
Vietnam has a strict stance on drug-related crimes, and the death penalty remains a common punishment for serious drug offenses in the country. The sentencing of the 27 individuals is part of Vietnam’s continued efforts to curb the flow of narcotics and combat organized crime within its borders.
The authorities have emphasized the importance of international cooperation in addressing drug trafficking networks, particularly those that operate across borders. The convicted individuals will face the harsh consequences of their involvement in this large-scale drug trade operation, which has contributed to the wider issue of narcotics abuse and trafficking in the region.
