Woman Arrested at Massage Business Under Investigation for Sex Trafficking

Las Vegas, NV – Las Vegas Metropolitan Police arrested a woman, Yanqing Zhu, at a massage business named “Lily A Reflexology” on Tropicana Avenue and Jones Boulevard. The business is under investigation for potential sex trafficking activity.

Key Points:

• The business shares the same name as one previously investigated by 8 News Now for alleged sex trafficking.
• Zhu allegedly offered sexual services to an undercover officer posing as a customer.
• The business reportedly lacks a valid county license for massage therapy services.
• This arrest follows a similar investigation in 2022 at the same location, where police suspected illegal brothel activity.
• Zhu is charged with prostitution, operating as an unlicensed massage therapist, and resisting arrest.

Prior Investigation at the Same Location:

• In 2022, authorities investigated the same business under then-owner Wei Geng, suspecting it functioned as an illegal brothel disguised as a massage parlor.
• Prosecutors dropped charges against Geng in 2023, although he received a Marcum notice indicating a possible future indictment.

Current Investigation and Charges:

• Police arrested Zhu after she allegedly offered sexual acts to an undercover officer during a massage appointment.
• She has been released without bail and awaits her next court hearing on April 29th.

Credits: 8 News Now