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Massage Parlor Exposed: Undercover Operation Leads to Arrests and Building Condemnation

Local News, Crime

By Published: August 04 2023

LongIsland.com

Undercover raid on massage parlor results in arrests and building condemnation.

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 In response to a surge of complaints from concerned citizens, Suffolk County Police launched a targeted operation on Wednesday, August 2, at the New Day Spa located on Dawn Drive in Centereach. The operation, involving a collaborative effort by multiple law enforcement and regulatory agencies, resulted in the apprehension of two individuals and the condemnation of the spa building due to numerous violations.
 
Following a thorough investigation, law enforcement officials arrested Liu Bing, a 42-year-old resident of Centereach, on charges of unauthorized practice of a profession, which constitutes a felony offense. Additionally, Wendy Valencia Dorado, 26, hailing from Brooklyn, was taken into custody and charged with prostitution, categorized as a misdemeanor offense.
 
Both Bing and Dorado were promptly issued desk appearance tickets and are slated to appear at the First District Court in Central Islip on a later date, as scheduled.
 
The raid itself was meticulously executed by a team of dedicated professionals, including officers from the Suffolk County Police Sixth Precinct Crime Section, a Town of Brookhaven Building Inspector, a Brookhaven Town Fire Marshal, and a Brookhaven Town Investigator. The Town of Brookhaven's meticulous documentation uncovered a multitude of violations, culminating in the decision to declare the building unsafe and unfit for use.
 
These recent arrests bear striking similarity to a prior incident, wherein two women were apprehended and faced charges of unauthorized practice of a profession at the very same massage parlor several months ago. This alarming pattern underscores the need for ongoing vigilance and the enforcement of stringent regulations to protect the community and maintain the integrity of local businesses.
 
As authorities continue to address concerns related to illicit activities within the community, the joint efforts of law enforcement agencies and regulatory bodies send a clear message: unlawful behavior will not be tolerated, and steps will be taken to ensure the safety and well-being of all residents.