On October 28, police in Bao Thang Commune, Lao Cai Province, said they had worked with relevant units to identify 12 teenagers who threw stones at a bus travelling on the Noi Bai–Lao Cai Expressway.
Authorities are continuing to clarify the case and compile a file to determine measures for the teenagers. The authorities have not released the names of the 12 people.
Earlier, on October 22, 20, Bao Thang Commune Police received a report from FUTA Ha Son Transport Joint Stock Company. The company said one of its buses had been hit by stones while travelling on the Noi Bai–Lao Cai Expressway between km216+200 and km218+800, in the direction from Hanoi to Lao Cai.
The incident damaged the bus's windows and side panels, directly affecting transport operations and creating a potential safety risk for people on board.
After receiving the report, Bao Thang Commune Police reviewed the area and verified related information. The investigation also involved Highway Traffic Police Team No. 1, the Traffic Police Department and the Lao Cai Provincial Traffic Police.
On October 23, police identified the group of 12 teenagers linked to the incident.
According to preliminary information, the group often gathered near km217 in Hong Cam Hamlet, Bao Ha Commune, picked up stones and threw them at vehicles travelling along the route, including buses and trucks.
The incident area lies on the boundary between Hong Cam Hamlet in Bao Ha Commune and An Thang Hamlet in Bao Thang Commune. After identifying the teenagers involved, Bao Thang Commune Police summoned them, their parents and family representatives to the station for questioning.
There, officers explained relevant legal regulations and the danger of throwing stones at vehicles travelling on an expressway. They helped the teenagers understand the possible consequences for drivers, passengers and other road users.
Alongside education and prevention efforts, Bao Thang Commune Police are compiling documents and evidence and summoning related people for further verification and handling within their authority.
Sources: Dân Trí
