On October 6, Nguyễn Đức Anh appeared in court in Dong Nai, facing charges of murder and illegal use of military weapons. He confessed to killing three members of his ex-girlfriend's family, describing his actions as 'inhuman' and expressing regret to the victims' family while asking for a lighter sentence.

The case unfolded rapidly, with investigations and charges filed within a month following the tragic event that occurred on September 3. Nguyễn Đức Anh attacked Hồ Thị Mai, 36, and her two children, while her husband, Nguyễn Viết Quang, suffered 31 stab wounds but survived the assault.

During the trial, the court focused on the motives behind Đức Anh's actions. He claimed that he had no prior conflict with Quang's family and attributed his actions solely to himself. His motive for targeting his ex-girlfriend stemmed from feelings of betrayal after she ended their relationship. The presiding judge clarified that ending a relationship does not equate to deception, to which Đức Anh merely responded affirmatively.

Witnesses detailed the events leading up to the attack, including a drinking session where Đức Anh expressed intentions to harm his ex-girlfriend. Despite being dissuaded by friends, he later returned to her neighborhood with weapons, ultimately leading to the tragic incident.

After the attack, Đức Anh attempted to escape but was apprehended by police. The courtroom was tense as the prosecution outlined the severity of the crimes, emphasizing the loss suffered by the victims' family.

As the trial progresses, the court continues to examine the circumstances surrounding the brutal killings, with representatives from the victims' family present despite the husband’s inability to attend due to health concerns.