The Major Case Bureau reports the arrest of two females that occurred on Thursday, Sept. 15, at 10:30 a.m. in Seaford. According to Narcotics/Vice Squad detectives, an investigation was conducted at Foot Spa located at 3597 Merrick Rd.
It was determined illegal massages and prostitution were being conducted at this location. Narcotics/Vice Squad detectives placed 39-year-old defendant Xiaojing Gao of Rego Park and 37-year-old defendant Lijuan Zhao of Flushing under arrest without incident. Gao is charged with unauthorized practice of profession and Zhao is charged with unauthorized practice of profession and prostitution.
Both defendants were given an appearance ticket and are to return to court on Thursday, Oct. 6, at First District Court in Hempstead.
