[smoesq]

Unfamiliar with the laws in that country. However, I would be shocked if they didn’t have a similar standard to much of the rest of the world when it comes to self defense. Namely, the force used to defend yourself must be proportional to the force used against you. The decedent took one swing with a hand at the guy with the machete - who was also wearing a helmet, meaning any blow to the head wouldn’t be nearly as significant as if he wasn’t wearing a helmet. In response, he hacked the guy in the neck with a machete as hard as he could.
Totally disproportionate and not self defense.

[REVZZYBAN]

“And you don’t mess around with Jim”

[spycosis]

Originally Posted by smoesq ↗

Unfamiliar with the laws in that country. However, I would be shocked if they didn’t have a similar standard to much of the rest of the world when it comes to self defense. Namely, the force used to defend yourself must be proportional to the force used against you. The decedent took one swing with a hand at the guy with the machete - who was also wearing a helmet, meaning any blow to the head wouldn’t be nearly as significant as if he wasn’t wearing a helmet. In response, he hacked the guy in the neck with a machete as hard as he could.
Totally disproportionate and not self defense.

Besides all that, he went to the victim's house, mob handed, armed with a machete, then goaded him to come outside. It would take a miracle to successfully make a self-defence case out of that.

[kellyhound]

Originally Posted by WayneMan ↗

Two questions:
Who would argue with someone holding a machete?
And: How are so many able to afford those motorcycles?

Victim also holds a big knife and probably felt strong and didn't expect the other having a bigger bladed weapon

Vietnam has 77 million registered motorcycles with a population over 102 million meaning every household owns at least one bike plus they're the primary mode of transport for commuting, deliveries, family errands and small business use.

A reliable used one goes for $300–$700 USD and basic new ones cost $1,200–$1,800 USD. Older basic bikes cost around $300 USD.

Most people buy a Honda or Yamaha ( New ones around $1,500 USD.

A basic new bike might represent 4–6 months' salary for an average earner. In cities higher wages as in rural areas. They're manageable through savings, family support or installment plans as many dealerships offer a 0% interest or low-rate financing over 1 - 3 years.

For many, it's a one-time investment that pays off quickly in mobility and earning potential like using it for delivery jobs or street vending.

Fuel is inexpensive, around $0.80–$1 per liter and a full tank costs just a few dollars for 100+ km of range on efficient small engines.

Maintenance/repairs are dirt cheap too. Oil changes, tires or repairs often run $1–$20 at ubiquitous roadside shops. Insurance and registration fees are minimal compared to cars.

[yah]

Vietnamese is such a beautiful language.