Death

Vietnam reports the first person died of Covid-19 after eight months.

The Dong Tam land-related case has made headlines for years due to controversial comments.

The patient was pronounced dead at Danang Hospital for Lung Diseases due to severe pneumonia and respiratory failure caused by Covid-19.

Suspected people plead guilty to manslaughter and conspiracy to assist unlawful immigration.

So far, all dead victims in Vietnam are adults with certain underlying medical conditions.

On Wednesday, one more death of Covid-19 was reported, becoming the 17th casualty in Vietnam.

The new infections keep Danang at the top among localities hit by Covid-19.

Vietnam has been advised to keep vigilance on the epidemic as the situation is unpredictable.

So far, 33 infected people are connected with Bach Mai Hospital, including two medical workers.

The culprits are expected to be handed sentences ranging from home detention to three or five years in prison.