Man Sentenced for Running Down OC Woman With Car

Thuan Cong Duong pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 10 years in prison for deliberately hitting a woman with his vehicle in Garden Grove.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 3:07am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a damaged car side mirror or broken glass from a vehicle, capturing the harsh, gritty details and dramatic lighting to conceptually illustrate the aftermath of a violent vehicular attack.A violent vehicular attack leaves behind shattered evidence, exposing the human toll of reckless driving.Garden Grove Today

A 32-year-old Garden Grove man named Thuan Cong Duong has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to attempted murder and two counts of assault with a deadly weapon for deliberately running over a 32-year-old woman with his vehicle in Garden Grove, California. The woman was seriously injured and hospitalized as a result of the incident, which occurred just before 3 a.m. on Brookhurst Street.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing issue of vehicular attacks against pedestrians, which have become an increasingly common and concerning trend in recent years. The sentencing of Duong sends a strong message about the serious legal consequences for such reckless and violent acts.

The details

According to the Garden Grove Police Department, Duong ran over the 32-year-old woman in the 12200 block of Brookhurst Street just before 3 a.m. The woman was seriously injured and hospitalized as a result. Duong pleaded guilty to attempted murder and two counts of assault with a deadly weapon, both felonies, with sentencing enhancements for inflicting great bodily injury on the victim. He was immediately sentenced to 10 years in prison and has credit for 565 days already served behind bars.

  • The incident occurred just before 3 a.m. on Brookhurst Street in Garden Grove on an unspecified date.
  • Duong pleaded guilty and was sentenced on Wednesday, April 16, 2026.

The players

Thuan Cong Duong

A 32-year-old man from Garden Grove, California who pleaded guilty to attempted murder and two counts of assault with a deadly weapon for deliberately running over a woman with his vehicle.

The Victim

A 32-year-old woman from Garden Grove, California who was seriously injured after being run over by Duong's vehicle.

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The takeaway

This case serves as a tragic reminder of the devastating consequences that can result from vehicular attacks against pedestrians. It underscores the importance of addressing the root causes of such violence and ensuring appropriate legal consequences for those who engage in these reckless and dangerous acts.