ARLINGTON, Texas – The search continues for the person responsible for the robbery and murder of a restaurant owner in Arlington. The victim, 56-year-old Tho Tieu, was followed and attacked outside her restaurant on December 29.
Police have released new details about the incident but have not yet provided a description of the suspect they are searching for. The family of the victim is struggling to make sense of the brutal attack, as they remember Tieu as a loving and generous woman.
Tieu, also known as “Mrs. Kim,” was a Vietnamese immigrant who found her passion in cooking and eventually opened Pho Son Nam Vietnamese Restaurant in Arlington. She was described as a warm and nurturing person who made everyone feel at home with her cooking. Her family and the community are devastated by her tragic death.
Authorities believe Tieu was followed from a local bank to her restaurant, where she was then robbed in the parking lot. During the struggle, Tieu fell and was run over by the assailant’s car as he fled the scene. The family is determined to seek justice for Tieu and is overwhelmed by the outpouring of support from the community.
The incident serves as a harsh reminder of life’s unpredictability and the importance of cherishing and showing love to loved ones. Despite ongoing efforts from the authorities, no arrests have been made, and there is no surveillance video of the incident.
The family urges anyone with information or video footage that may aid the investigation to come forward and assist the Arlington police in their pursuit of justice for Tieu. The community continues to mourn the loss of a beloved member, and the resolve to find answers remains strong.