07/29/2026
AN OPEN LETTER TO HARRIS COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY SEAN TEARE
From the Vietnamese American Cultural Association (VACA) & Vietnamese American Senior Association (VASA)
THƯ NGỎ GỬI BIỆN LÝ QUẬN HARRIS SEAN TEARE
Thay mặt Hội Văn Hóa Việt Mỹ (VACA) & Hội Cao Niên Việt Mỹ (VASA)
Dear District Attorney Sean Teare,
On behalf of the Vietnamese American Cultural Association (VACA), the Vietnamese American Senior Association (VASA), and thousands of concerned Vietnamese-American families along with many Houstonian, we write today with heavy hearts following the brutal attack on Mr. Nhan Le.
This tragedy has shaken our community to its core. An innocent young man suffered catastrophic injuries, and several other victims were reportedly attacked during the same period. Families throughout Harris County are asking not only how this happened, but also what lessons must be learned to help prevent similar tragedies.
We fully respect the independence of the criminal justice process and the presumption of innocence. At the same time, the public deserves transparency, accountability, and confidence that violent crimes will be prosecuted vigorously and fairly.
We respectfully ask your office to:
1-Pursue this prosecution with the full commitment and professionalism required by the law.
2-Ensure that every victim is treated with dignity, compassion, and respect throughout the judicial process.
3-Maintain open communication with victims’ families whenever legally appropriate.
4-Support a careful review of policies and procedures if this case reveals opportunities to strengthen public safety.
5-Work collaboratively with law enforcement, courts, and policymakers to improve the criminal justice system where reforms are warranted.
Justice is not measured solely by the outcome of one criminal case. It is also measured by whether our institutions learn from tragedy, protect innocent people, and strengthen public confidence in the rule of law.
The Vietnamese-American community loves Houston and Harris County. We ask only that every life be valued equally, every victim be heard, and every reasonable effort be made to prevent future acts of senseless violence.
We appreciate your service and look forward to your continued commitment to justice, transparency, and the protection of our community.
Respectfully,
Vietnamese American Cultural Association (VACA)
Vietnamese American Senior Association (VASA)
Dr. Adam Tran
VACA President-Community Activist
