"We see this as much a rescue operation as it is a criminal investigation. The exploitation of victims of human trafficking will not be tolerated in the city of Salem."
"The businesses police focused on during the investigation were New Custom Body Work, located at 133 Boston St. in Salem, and Red Rose Reflexology, located at 116A Boston St. in Salem."
"At one point, detectives observed a man and a woman exit New Custom Body Work and go to a nearby convenience store to pick up everyday essentials. The man appeared to be holding the woman by the arm, keeping her close."
"The same man was seen grabbing bags from the van and handing the driver money. The van's plates were connected to a taxi company that operates out of Flushing, New York."
Salem police arrested Peter Leavitt, Fang Liu, and Barry St. Onge for human trafficking and prostitution. They face multiple charges, including trafficking for sexual servitude. The investigation targeted New Custom Body Work and Red Rose Reflexology. Police Chief Lucas Miller emphasized the operation's dual purpose of rescue and criminal investigation. Undercover surveillance revealed concerning behavior, including a man controlling a woman and suspicious activity involving a van linked to a taxi company from New York. All three suspects pleaded not guilty and were held on bail.
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