Rescue teams in Quang Tri province found the body of a missing 12-year-old girl on the Ben Hai River on March 24, 2025, after an extensive search that lasted more than a day.
The victim, identified as N.T.V., was reported missing on March 23, 2025. Residing in Ho Xa town, Vinh Linh district, N.T.V.'s family lost contact with her that day, which prompted a local response for assistance in finding her.
According to reports from the Quang Tri Fire Fighting and Rescue Police, the girl's body was discovered at approximately 12:45 PM on March 24, lying in the Ben Hai River in a section that flows through Hien Thanh commune. Community members noticed her electric motorbike abandoned on a bridge spanning the river, raising concerns about her wellbeing.
Officials and volunteer rescue teams quickly organized a search operation in response to her disappearance, mobilizing local resources to scour the riverbanks and surrounding areas. The tragic end to the search highlights the urgency and the emotional toll on the community as they sought to locate the young girl amidst rising concerns about her safety.
Witnesses reported seeing the operation unfold, noting the collaboration between local authorities and the community as they united in hopes of a favorable outcome. The involvement of volunteers further illustrated the collective effort to bring N.T.V. back to her family.
This heartbreaking incident resonates with many in Quang Tri, a province where local families now sit with heavy hearts at the news of the tragedy. The loss diminishes the light of hope that had illuminated the community throughout the search.
As investigations continue surrounding the circumstances leading to N.T.V’s passing, the authorities aim to determine if there are other factors at play, providing closure to her grieving family and concerned citizens alike. The community's call for action underscores the importance of vigilance when it comes to the safety of children.
This unfortunate event serves as a reminder of the prevalence of youth safety concerns in areas where children may be exposed to hazards such as rivers and other bodies of water, especially in less supervised environments.
While the focus remains on mourning the loss of N.T.V., her story also sheds light on the shared responsibility of communities in protecting children and ensuring incidents like this do not happen again.
