(Dân trí) – Escaping the “jaws of death” after her husband’s rain of knives, Mrs. B.’s hair turned white. In court, this woman requested a reduced sentence for her husband.

On April 23, the People’s Court of Nghệ An province tried defendant Lê Thanh Trường (born 1948, residing in Thành Vinh ward, Nghệ An) for the crimes of Murder and Illegal Use of Military Weapons. The victim in the case was Mrs. N.T.B. (born 1955), the defendant’s wife.

According to the indictment from the People’s Procuracy of Nghệ An province, around 2:00 PM on July 14, 2025, because he could not sell land, Lê Thanh Trường repeatedly rammed his motorcycle into the gate. Mrs. B. spoke up to stop her husband, fearing damage to the vehicle, but was threatened by Trường.

Believing Mrs. B. had a defiant attitude, Trường pushed his wife to the ground in the yard, repeatedly stomping on her body. The man then ran to the kitchen, grabbed a knife, and struck multiple blows to his wife’s head, face, and abdomen. Mrs. B. screamed for help, but neighbors could not approach because the gate was locked.

Trường threw the knife onto the street and retrieved two other knives to continue attacking his wife. When police arrived and demanded Trường open the door, the man refused. Law enforcement broke down the door and was met with resistance from Trường, who used a crowbar and threatened to kill Mrs. B. Police successfully subdued Trường and sent the victim to the hospital for emergency treatment.

Forensic examination results from the Criminal Technical Department of the Nghệ An Provincial Police showed that the knife used by defendant Trường in the crime was classified as a “high lethality knife” under Circular No. 75/2024/TT-BCA of the Ministry of Public Security, thus defendant Trường was charged with Illegal Use of Military Weapons.

The husband’s “rain of knives” left Mrs. B. with numerous wounds across her body, especially on her arms and legs. Forensic examination results indicated the victim suffered 61% bodily injury.

Mrs. B. arrived at court with white hair and difficulty walking due to the consequences of dozens of knife strikes from her husband. Nevertheless, this woman, “out of marital affection,” requested the trial panel to consider and reduce the sentence for defendant Trường.

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People’s Court of Nghệ An province

The People’s Court of Nghệ An province is a judicial institution located in Vinh City, Vietnam, serving as the provincial-level court for legal proceedings in the region. Historically, Nghệ An is known as the homeland of President Hồ Chí Minh, and the court plays a key role in upholding the rule of law in this culturally significant province. The court operates under the Vietnamese judicial system, handling civil, criminal, and administrative cases within its jurisdiction.

Thành Vinh ward, Nghệ An

Thành Vinh ward is a central urban area of Vinh City in Nghệ An Province, Vietnam. Historically, the region has been significant as the birthplace of revolutionary leader Hồ Chí Minh and played a key role during the Vietnam War, enduring heavy bombing due to its strategic location near the border with Laos. Today, it serves as a cultural and administrative hub, with landmarks such as Hồ Chí Minh Square and the Vinh Citadel reflecting its rich heritage.

People’s Procuracy of Nghệ An province

The People’s Procuracy of Nghệ An province is the local branch of Vietnam’s state prosecution agency, responsible for overseeing law enforcement and ensuring legal compliance in the province. Its history is tied to the establishment of the Vietnamese procuracy system in the 1960s, which was modeled after the Soviet legal framework to centralize prosecutorial and supervisory functions. Located in Vinh City, the agency plays a key role in upholding socialist legality and protecting state interests within the province.

Nghệ An Provincial Police

The Nghệ An Provincial Police is the law enforcement agency responsible for maintaining public order and security in Nghệ An Province, Vietnam. Established shortly after the country’s reunification in 1975, the force has played a key role in combating crime and ensuring safety in this historically significant region, which is also the birthplace of President Hồ Chí Minh. Today, it continues to serve as a vital institution for upholding the rule of law and protecting local communities.

Ministry of Public Security

The Ministry of Public Security is the primary law enforcement and public security agency of the People’s Republic of China, responsible for maintaining national security and social order. Established in 1949, it oversees the country’s police forces, criminal investigations, and counter-terrorism efforts. Its headquarters is located in Beijing, and it plays a central role in China’s domestic security apparatus.