On June 25, Nguyen Cao Bang was sentenced to death by the Tay Ninh People's Court for the brutal murder of three individuals, including his girlfriend, Mai Thi Thu Trang, her mother, and her son. The incident, which occurred over a month prior, shocked the local community and drew significant media attention.

During the trial, Bang claimed that he did not intend to kill anyone and that the murders were accidental, stating he was provoked by constant insults from Trang and her family. However, the court rejected his defense, citing evidence that he had prepared a weapon in advance and had a history of alcohol abuse and instability.

The tragic events unfolded on May 19, when Bang, after consuming alcohol, armed himself with a knife and confronted Trang and her family at a nearby café. A heated argument ensued, leading to a violent confrontation. Despite Trang's attempts to defend herself and her family, Bang attacked them with the knife, resulting in their deaths.

Witnesses reported that Bang continued to assault Trang's son, who pleaded for his life, demonstrating the brutal nature of the crime. After the attack, Bang fled the scene but was apprehended by the police about two kilometers away later that night.

The prosecution characterized Bang's actions as heinous and indicative of a dangerous individual who posed a significant threat to society. They argued that he showed no remorse for his actions, as evidenced by his final statements in court, where he merely apologized to the victims' families.

Ultimately, the court determined that Bang's actions were premeditated and that he was beyond rehabilitation. In addition to the death sentence for murder, he received a three-year sentence for illegally using a weapon, bringing his total sentence to death.

In a final ruling, the court mandated that Bang compensate the victims' families, including a significant sum for damages, highlighting the severe impact of his actions on the lives of the victims and the community.