Twin's Near-Fatal Mistake: Wrong Brother Jailed for Murder

A fatal stabbing at a San Jose State University student's birthday party in January 2014 led to suspicion falling on twin brothers due to their uncanny resemblance. Investigators struggled to identify the perpetrator, as witnesses could not distinguish between Anh and Ductrung Tong.

The younger twin, Ductrung, eventually surrendered to authorities, admitting to voluntary manslaughter. He was sentenced to seven years in prison. His brother, Anh, who had spent nearly two years in jail on a murder charge, pleaded guilty to accessory after the fact.

This complex case, examining the deep bond between the twins and the ramifications of the mistaken identity, is now the focus of the Audible Original podcast 'Blood Will Tell.' The series explores their lives before and after the incident, including their childhood in Vietnam and their eventual attempts to build new lives post-imprisonment. The podcast culminates in an emotional conversation between the brothers, addressing the events and the potential for their relationship to endure. 'Blood Will Tell' is available now.