Texas officials have taken action after investigators uncovered alleged wrongdoing at multiple massage parlors across the state. The investigation has led to the closure of several businesses and the identification of troubling connections to human trafficking, unlicensed activity, and sexual services.
Investigation Uncovers Serious Violations
According to CBS News, all the massage parlors involved are owned by the same person, Wanli Peng. Investigators discovered disturbing links, including illegal services being offered at six locations across Texas. The Houston P&L Massage Therapy, PLLC, and Dallas Health Care Enterprise LLC were also shut down.
The following businesses were closed as part of the investigation:
Massage A+ – 3211 W. Wadley Ave., Ste. 12, Midland
Healing Garden Massage – 956 S. Fry Rd., Katy
Massage Pro 1 – 2150 FM 2920 Rd., Ste. 200, Spring
Massage Invite – 2685 Highway 6 S., Houston
Yu Spa – 2001 Coit Rd., Ste. 169, Plano
YY Spa – 501 Birdwell Ln., Ste. 17, Big Spring
Range of Violations Found
CBS News reported that investigators discovered various violations, including:
Sexual services being offered and advertised
Role-playing costumes found on-site
Employees living at the locations
Some employees working without licenses
One employee arrested for inappropriate behavior toward an undercover officer
Emergency Closures for Six Months
Due to the seriousness of the violations, these businesses are facing an emergency closure for at least six months.