Patong Police raid massage parlours exploiting underage workers

In a recent crackdown on unlicensed operations, the Patong Police force swooped in on two massage parlours suspected of exploiting underage workers. Hatha Massage, located on Rat-Uthit 200 Pi Road, underwent a law enforcement raid at 9.40pm on August 12.

The law enforcement action came on the heels of allegations that the establishment was not only operating without the necessary licensing but also employing minors under 18 years old, to give massage services.

In the course of the massage shop raid, a woman identified only as Onuma was apprehended by the officers. The charges brought against her were minor though. They had to do with conducting health establishment operations without the required permission. Stronger charges linked to the allegations of child exploitation that triggered the raid were not filed.

The crackdown on Hatha Massage…