The incident occurred on the Ha Giang Loop in the country’s north and Orla Wates died in Ha Noi’s Viet Duc Friendship Hospital on April 2, according to Viet Nam News. The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) confirmed its consular staff are supporting Ms Wates’ family. Her parents, Andrew and Henrietta Wates, told Viet Nam News: “Orla was beautiful, independent and very funny, with a sharp wit. An FCDO spokesperson said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Orla Wates, following her tragic death in Vietnam. “We are in touch with the local authorities, and our consular staff are doing all they can to support Orla’s family at this hugely difficult time.”

Source: The Times April 08, 2026 08:11 UTC