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Alleged operators of large-scale, interstate brothel arrested in Hacienda Heights
A Ventura County sheriff's deputy.
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A brothel operating from more than 30 locations in residences and hotels across California has been shut down, according to authorities.
On Friday, the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of two Hacienda Heights residents, Kebin Dong and Wei Nie, on charges of pimping, pandering and conspiracy.
The two allegedly owned and operated a website offering sex services. The investigation found more than 60 profiles of women posted on the site.
Earlier this week, law enforcement officials from multiple agencies searched several suspected brothel sites in both Ventura and Los Angeles counties.
Bail for the two suspects is set at $200,000 each.
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