Today, it was announced that the second phase of an ongoing investigation into prostitution and sex trafficking rings being run out of local “spas” has been concluded. The first phase was announced on July 11, 2013 and resulted in the arrest of 19 people in connection with the operation of 12 unrelated so-called spas and massage parlors in Bay Ridge and Dyker Heights.
Assemblywoman Nicole Malliotakis (R,C,I-Bay Ridge) issues the following statement on today’s announcement of results of the second phase:
“The District Attorney's office and NYPD have shown swift and decisive action in closing down these massage parlors, guarding both our quality of life and safety. Cracking down on this illicit activity not only protects our community, but also the young women being exploited. I thank our law enforcement for their diligence, and I will continue working with my colleagues and the community to report suspicious activity.”
In total, five “spa” locations were shut down; six individuals were indicted for running two separate prostitution rings, one of which was involved in sex trafficking, and six others were arrested on charges involving prostitution.
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