Victor Tranh has been a professor of sociology at Georgetown University for over 15 years. He is a highly respected member of the community and has a good reputation among his students and peers. Tranh is very outspoken about societal issues, particularly when they impact Georgetown. While he doesn't have political aspirations, the locals regard him as a figurehead within the community.
Tranh comes across as modest and caring; however, he will always put his personal interests at the forefront of his decision making. He likes to be in control and often reacts with hostility when people disagree with him.
When a Division agent goes to recon Dark Zone West, Victor Tranh is found dead, strung up from an elevated metro track, clearly murdered by the Georgetown residents in revenge for him persuading them to accept DC-62 and dooming themselves.