Investigators raided several massage parlors Monday, for what they called "illegal activity."
Police officers along with members of code enforcement made the sweeps, which targeted 13 businesses. They arrested women for prostitution at six of the parlors. Other businesses were cited for licensing, health, and fire code issues.
One business owner is fighting back, reopening his shop after consulting with an attorney. He said his therapists all have state licenses and don't need certification from the city. He claims the raid damaged his business.
"We have customers that were very embarrassed and probably won't come back. This is probably one of the few legitimate asian massage places in this town and we went through quite a lot of effort to make it that way," said Kenneth Carter, owner of the Asian Health Center Therapy Massage.
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Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard (R) said the sweeps are necessary to prevent prostitution, human trafficking and other serious crimes.
