Suspect Arrested After Stabbing Photocopy Shop Owner for Refusing to Give Money

The suspect was captured in Gia Lai Province two days after attacking the shop owner who declined his request for money.

On August 5, authorities in Vinh Quang Commune, Gia Lai Province confirmed the arrest of Ta Cong Tuong, 38, who allegedly stabbed the owner of a local photocopy shop after being refused money.

Nghi phạm đâm chủ tiệm photocoppy bị cơ quan chức năng bắt giữ sau 2 ngày gây án

According to Trinh Thanh Trung, Chairman of Vinh Quang Commune, Tuong was apprehended while hiding in his hometown of Dinh Quang Hamlet.

Incident Details

At around 7:20 p.m. on August 3, Tuong entered the photocopy shop of Le The Hoa, 58, under the pretense of needing documents copied. While waiting, he unexpectedly asked Mr. Hoa for money. When Mr. Hoa refused, Tuong pulled a knife from his jacket and stabbed him from behind.

Startled and injured, Mr. Hoa managed to call for help and retreated further into his home, while the suspect grabbed his documents and fled the scene.

Local police classified the case as intentional assault and launched an immediate investigation.

Suspect’s Mental Health History

Authorities revealed that Tuong has shown signs of mental illness and has previously caused disturbances within his family. He had also been warned by Mr. Hoa in the past regarding his behavior.

Ongoing Investigation

Police are continuing to investigate the case to determine the full circumstances and motive behind the attack.