Kidnapped for Dad's Debts in Vietnam | South Korea News

South Korea News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 1, 2026 · 1m

A Korean woman was kidnapped in Vietnam over her father’s gambling debts—rescued the same day by authorities after her tutor alerted the embassy. But the drama didn’t end there: her father fled back to Korea the next day, leaving her alone for ten days. She finally reunited with her mother in Korea on August 26th. Officials are now investigating his gambling habits and debts, while warnings are being issued about dangerous debt traps tied to casinos in Vietnam—including extortion, assault, and even fake confinement scams. This case highlights how quickly entertainment can spiral into…