HANOI — Police in Hanoi have launched an official investigation into drug use following the tragic deaths of seven young people at a music festival that shocked the country. The incident was believed to be the worst narcotics-related case in Vietnam, prompting authorities in Hanoi to stop licensing these events until results of the investigation are announced. Initial tests on two victims admitted to Bach Mai Hospital showed that they had used synthetic drugs and crystal meth. Meanwhile, blood taken from eight victims at E Hospital tested positive for methamphetamine, marijuana and ecstasy. A Chau Connected Agency was the organiser of the festival which was legally licensed by the Hanoi Department of Culture and Sports.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer September 19, 2018 09:33 UTC