On September 18, 2026, the Phu Tho Provincial Police announced that three individuals have been charged in connection with the illegal sale of value-added tax invoices. The accused include Nguyen Duc Tam (born 1987), Dang Vinh Quang (born 1973), and Nguyen Thi Ngoc Anh (born 1996), all of whom are under investigation for violating Article 203 of the Penal Code, which pertains to the illegal sale of invoices.

The investigation began when the police noticed irregularities in the invoicing practices of several businesses engaged in freight transport. These companies appeared to be declaring and using invoices for fuel purchases without any corresponding sales or services.

Further investigation revealed that the Phuc Loc Construction and Trade Joint Stock Company, managed by Nguyen Duc Tam, was linked to the issuance of 18 value-added tax invoices for fuel. These invoices were issued to Bac Son Phu Tho Investment and Construction Company, which is directed by Dang Vinh Quang, while Nguyen Thi Ngoc Anh served as the company’s accountant.

The total value of the 18 invoices amounted to 349,035,800 VND. Authorities indicated that these invoices were used to account for business expenses, effectively reducing the tax liabilities of the companies involved.

The Phu Tho Provincial Police continue to investigate the case to clarify the actions of the accused and any other individuals or organizations involved, ensuring appropriate legal actions are taken.