Old man suspected of self-immolation found near Vinh stadium
(Baonghean.vn)- On the morning of January 2, some residents living near Vinh Stadium, Cua Nam Ward, Vinh City were shocked to discover a man dead, suspected of pouring gasoline and setting himself on fire.
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The scene where Mr. Thiet's body was found. |
Accordingly, at around 5:30 this morning, some people exercising in the area near the southern gate of Vinh Stadium, Block 1, Cua Nam Ward, Vinh City were shocked to discover a dead man and immediately reported it to the authorities.
Upon receiving the news, the police force of Cua Nam ward and Vinh city police quickly sealed off the scene and investigated the cause.
The victim was identified as Mr. Nguyen Van Thiet (born in 1956), residing in block 1, Cua Nam ward, Vinh city.
Examining the scene, the police force recorded a strong smell of gasoline and a piece of paper believed to be a suicide note left by Mr. Thiet.
Due to Mr. Thiet's difficult family circumstances, relatives set up a donation box on the spot to bury Mr. Thiet.
The cause of Mr. Thiet's death is currently being investigated./.
Nam Phuc