Brian Jeffrey
Overview of Charity Fraud at Tinh That Bong Lai
A family in Long An province engaged in charity fraud by deceiving donors about the true nature of their activities at Tinh That Bong Lai.
Illegal Activities and Deception
The family turned their home into a temple, conducted incestuous acts, and misrepresented raising orphans to solicit donations under false pretenses.
Legal Proceedings and Investigations
The Long An Police initiated legal action against individuals involved in charity scams, including Le Thanh Nhat Nguyen and Le Tung Van, for swindling and other illegal activities.
Fabricated Temple and Misrepresentation
The family dressed in monk-like clothes, proclaimed themselves as monks and nuns, and operated daily activities resembling those of a Buddhist monastery to deceive the public.
False Representations and Social Media Manipulation
Video clips and social media posts portrayed Tinh That Bong Lai as a genuine pagoda, leading people to believe the deception and glorify the perpetrators as a “living Buddha”.
Child Exploitation and Incestuous Acts
The children at the fraudulent temple were falsely presented as orphans, concealing the true relationships with their mothers. Additionally, incestuous relationships were uncovered by authorities.
History of Charity Fraud
Prior to Tinh That Bong Lai, one of the perpetrators, Le Tung Van, was involved in a similar fraudulent scheme at Thanh Duc Orphanage and Nursing Home in HCM City, which was shut down due to accusations of child abuse and charity fraud.
Social Media Influence on Swindling
The perpetrators utilized social media platforms to promote their fraudulent activities, attract donations, and maintain a façade of legitimacy through TV appearances and online channels.
