A year ago he went on vacation to Vietnam. Now he faces 12 years in prison
LOS ANGELES - A year ago, Michael Phuong Minh Nguyen said goodbye to his wife and four daughters in Orange County, promising to return in plenty of time to savor their summer together and continue his duties as dad, counselor, chauffeur and cheerleader, managing the children's dance and sports activities.
Now he faces 12 years in a Vietnamese prison.
He had flown to Vietnam to visit aging relatives, thrilled to explore the tropical sights and sounds of his native country. He snapped photos and texted loved ones back in Southern California. On a calm day, July 7, he stepped on a tour bus to coastal Da Nang, only to be ordered off by authorities investigating him on allegations of violating Article 109 of the criminal code, citing his activities and
