Hanoi Cafe Fire: Police Launch Legal Proceedings Against Suspect

Suspect Accused of Murder and Has Prior Convictions for Robbery and Theft

The Hanoi City Police Investigation Agency has announced that it will launch legal proceedings against a 51-year-old man for setting fire to a cafe in Bac Tu Liem district on Wednesday night, resulting in 11 fatalities. The suspect, a resident of Dai Mach commune, Dong Anh district, has been accused of murder and has two prior convictions for robbery and theft.

Incident Details

At 11:03 pm on Wednesday, the 114 Emergency Command Centre of the Hanoi City Police received a report about a cafe fire on Pham Van Dong Street, Co Nhue 2 Ward, with multiple people trapped inside. The police immediately deployed firefighting and rescue forces to the scene to coordinate with local authorities and residents in extinguishing the fire and rescuing those trapped. By 11:40 pm the same day, the fire was brought under control.

Rescue Efforts and Casualties

Firefighters discovered 11 fatalities and managed to rescue seven others, five of whom were in stable condition, while two were taken to hospital for emergency treatment. The victims’ identities are still being verified by the police.

Motive Behind the Crime

Initial investigations by the police revealed that the cafe was intentionally set on fire. The suspect was swiftly identified and arrested at approximately midnight. At the police station, the suspect initially confessed that after drinking beer at the cafe, he had an argument with the staff. He then purchased petrol, poured it on the first floor of the cafe where multiple motorcycles were parked, and set it alight. After seeing the flames spread, he fled the scene.

Investigation and Next Steps

The director of the city police has instructed the investigation agency to swiftly investigate and clarify the motives behind the crime. The police are working to gather more information about the suspect’s background and any potential motives for the heinous act.

Conclusion

The Hanoi cafe fire is a tragic and devastating incident that has resulted in the loss of 11 lives. The suspect’s actions are unacceptable and have caused immense harm to the victims and their families. The police are committed to bringing the perpetrator to justice and ensuring that justice is served.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What happened at the Hanoi cafe?
A: A 51-year-old man set fire to a cafe in Bac Tu Liem district, resulting in 11 fatalities.

Q: Who is the suspect?
A: The suspect is a 51-year-old man from Dai Mach commune, Dong Anh district, with two prior convictions for robbery and theft.

Q: What is the motive behind the crime?
A: The suspect initially confessed that he had an argument with the staff, purchased petrol, and set the cafe on fire.

Q: What is the status of the investigation?
A: The police are still investigating the incident and are working to gather more information about the suspect’s background and any potential motives for the crime.