Le Quang Huy Phuong arrested for attempted rape and assault
According to the report, at 10.30 am on September 17, Phuong asked a co-worker to tell the victim to bring medicine to his house in Phu Nhuan Ward. After the victim arrived, Phuong locked the door, verbally and physically abused the victim before attempting to sexually assault her.
The victim was able to escape from the house and was brought to the hospital by family members. She was diagnosed with multiple injuries on many areas of her body.
On September 25, the police prosecuted Phuong and searched his house.
The public became aware of the incident on September 20 and expressed anger over the assault.
Phuong has been suspended by Hue Central Hospital. Phuong later submitted a resignation letter.
The hospital also confirmed that the victim was a new nurse. She was released in stable condition on September 23 but was admitted again as her health worsened two days later.
