On the afternoon of April 24, the People’s Court of Ho Chi Minh City continued the first instance trial of Mr. Tran Qui Thanh and his two daughters on charges of abuse of trust and appropriation of property.
After the end of the argument, the defendants said their last words before the jury deliberated.
It is expected that at 10 a.m. tomorrow, April 25, the court will pronounce the verdict.
Video: Mr. Tran Qui Thanh said the last words
Defendant Tran Qui Thanh thanked the jury for the analysis so that the defendant was clearly aware of the defendant’s mistakes; Thank the warden and prison staff for encouraging and explaining to the defendant.
Defendant Thanh burst into tears and said that he grew up in an orphanage and went through many ups and downs, but he always overcame it and set an example for his children and colleagues. The defendant is willing to take responsibility for his actions.
Defendant Tran Qui Thanh presented his final words to the jury. Photo: THUAN VAN
The defendant and his family have worked for decades with the desire to contribute to society through obligations, policies, creating jobs for workers, and doing charity work. Desiring to build a corporation that reaches out to the world, the family always does not spend lavishly and lavishly and profits are always reinvested.
“Everyone must die, taking nothing with them. Even though he is 70 years old, the defendant still contributes to the industry and brings his business to the world. This incident does not change the defendant’s determination and aspirations. The defendant affirmed that he did not give up and frankly admitted his mistakes…” – defendant Thanh said.
Defendant Thanh affirmed that this case is not related to the business and family the defendant is running. The defendant thanked his wife for being sick but still running the business, and thanked his children for trying hard for the business but because of the defendant they had to stand here today.
“The defendant did not tell details about his success to justify the defendant’s actions in the case. I hope the jury will consider objectively and fairly so that the defendant continues to fulfill his wishes and contributions” – Defendant Thanh presented.
Defendant Tran Qui Thanh. Photo: THUAN VAN
Defendant Tran Ngoc Bich thanked the Procuracy and the jury for analyzing the defendant so he could realize his wrong behavior. Thank you for giving the defendant time to run the company while the case occurred.
Defendant Bich stated that the defendant’s father (Mr. Tran Qui Thanh – PV) often says that I’m a girl so I should choose the easy path. However, living is contributing to society and the country, living moderately enough because death brings nothing with it. Both the defendant and Ms. Tran Uyen Phuong invited foreign experts to build strong Vietnamese businesses.
“The defendant regrets his mistake, but this is an opportunity for the defendant to grow up. I hope the jury will consider a lighter sentence for the defendant, the defendant’s father and the defendant’s sister. The defendant’s father was asked too harshly. , with this time, it will be difficult for the defendant’s parents to see each other again…” = Defendant Tran Ngoc Bich said the last word.
“The defendant regrets his mistake, but this is an opportunity for the defendant to grow up. I hope the jury will consider a lighter sentence for the defendant, the defendant’s father and the defendant’s sister. The defendant’s father was asked too harshly. , with this time, it will be difficult for the defendant’s parents to see each other again…” – defendant Bich presented.
Tran Uyen Phuong explained that she regretted her mistake. During 12 months of detention, the defendant learned many lessons in life, went through emotional ups and downs, and questioned himself a lot.
“The defendant is the author and the first business to tell the story of a Vietnamese brand abroad, to inspire Vietnamese businesses. Today, the defendant still affirms that a day of breathing is a day of dedication. .
The defendant is older and more mature, and the defendant’s father’s sentence is too harsh. I hope the jury will consider and be lenient towards the defendant’s father and the defendant; especially defendant Bich to run the company. Please give the defendant a chance to make up for his shortcomings” – defendant Phuong said the last word.
The Procuracy asked the jury to consider and reduce the penalty to show leniency
At the impeachment part, the Procuracy proposed sentences for defendant Tran Qui Thanh of 9-10 years in prison, Tran Uyen Phuong 5-6 years in prison and Tran Ngoc Bich 4-5 years in prison for abuse of trust and appropriation of property. product.
According to the Procuracy, defendant Tran Qui Thanh must bear the main responsibility; Next in charge are Tran Uyen Phuong and Tran Ngoc Bich. The defendants concealed the loan by signing a capital contribution contract; There are changes in name changes, transfers, and even lawsuits in court. When the victim prepared enough money, the defendant used the excuse of not returning the property.
The defendants have extenuating circumstances: honestly reporting, contributing to society and overcoming the consequences. The defendants have the aggravating factor of committing the crime twice or more.
In the response, the Procuracy also said that the defense attorney’s request for defendant Tran Ngoc Bich to receive a suspended sentence, the Procuracy found that it was within the jurisdiction of the jury. In addition, regarding the Attorney’s request for a lighter sentence for the defendants, this is a new detail in the debate process. The Procuracy requested the jury to consider partially reducing the sentence for the defendants to show humanity and tolerance. .
