Chicago Massage Parlors: 13 Massage Parlors Targeted In Indianapolis Sweep

13 Massage Parlors Targeted In Indianapolis Sweep
Multi-Agency Sweep Puts Regulatory Pressure On Businesses
POSTED: 1:08 pm EDT April 12, 2010
INDIANAPOLIS — Thirteen Indianapolis massage parlors were targeted in a multi-agency sweep on Monday as part of the city’s effort to curb prostitution at those businesses.
The parlors were targeted because of the nature of their advertising, the number of prior police runs and arrests there, 6News’ Jack Rinehart reported.
Six of the parlors had prostitution arrests last week. Some of the businesses had multiple violations, including a lack of proper business licenses and licenses for therapists. Some violated the fire code, along with zoning issues and sign violations.
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The city doesn’t know how many illicit massage parlors there are in Indianapolis because they pop up in different places frequently and without regulatory approval.

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