Southern California Woman Sentenced for Consulate Bomb Threats, Stalking

Nathalie Nguyen received over 5 years in prison for impersonating victims and threatening U.S. officials.

Feb. 4, 2026 at 7:39pm

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A 40-year-old Pasadena woman was sentenced to over 5 years in federal prison for a stalking campaign and threatening to bomb the U.S. Consulate in Vietnam. Nathalie Nguyen pleaded guilty to charges of stalking and threatening to bomb the consulate, which she carried out by impersonating her victims and sending threatening emails to U.S. officials.

Why it matters

This case highlights the serious legal consequences for individuals who engage in stalking, identity theft, and making threats against government entities. It also underscores the challenges U.S. officials face in protecting diplomatic staff and facilities from potential attacks.

The details

According to prosecutors, Nguyen stalked an initial victim between April 2023 and February 2024, sending threatening emails and impersonating the victim and his wife. She also stalked five employees at the U.S. Consulate in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, threatening to bomb the consulate and kill the employees if their visa was delayed. Nguyen carried out these threats by using the victims' email accounts to send the threatening messages.

  • Nguyen stalked her initial victim between April 2023 and February 2024.
  • On August 7, 2023, Nguyen threatened to bomb the U.S. Consulate in Vietnam.
  • In January 2024, Nguyen continued to send threatening messages impersonating her victims.
  • Nguyen has been in custody since February 2024.
  • On February 5, 2026, Nguyen was sentenced to over 5 years in federal prison.

The players

Nathalie Nguyen

A 40-year-old woman from Pasadena, California who was convicted of stalking and threatening to bomb the U.S. Consulate in Vietnam.

U.S. Consulate in Vietnam

The diplomatic mission of the United States located in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam that was targeted by Nguyen's threats.

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What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Nathalie Nguyen out on bail pending her appeal.

The takeaway

This case highlights the serious legal consequences for individuals who engage in stalking, identity theft, and making threats against government entities. It underscores the challenges U.S. officials face in protecting diplomatic staff and facilities from potential attacks, and the importance of robust security measures to safeguard government personnel and property.