In Vietnam, a Russian was arrested for stealing luggage at the airport.

In Vietnam, a Russian was arrested for stealing luggage at the airport.

Published: 23/05/2026 · Occurred: 2026-05-23T11:21:28+00:00

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In Vietnam, a Russian man was arrested for stealing luggage at the airport. According to the police, a resident of Khabarovsk arrived from Thailand without luggage, waited for the delivery of his suitcases and simply took branded bags that caught his eye from the conveyor belt. Among the stolen items were jewelry, money, clothing and expensive electronics. He was caught after complaints from tourists from Australia and Taiwan. During his next arrival, he was arrested. The Russian man admitted his guilt and told about several more thefts. Now he faces a prison sentence, subsequent deportation and a ban on entry to Vietnam.
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