"When inspectors arrived at those four locations, they were ghost towns with no sign of activity of any kind,"
"The message we have sent in declaring war on human trafficking is clear: Methuen is not a safe harbor for these criminal enterprises."
"Now, is that a coincidence? I'll let you be the judge."
"Evidence such as prepackaged condoms, lubricants, people living in a commercial space,"
Nine Methuen businesses closed during a municipal crackdown on suspected human trafficking; four locations were abruptly abandoned before inspectors could visit. The city ordered five spas and massage parlors closed after inspections uncovered code violations and items or living conditions suggestive of trafficking. Inspectors reported finding prepackaged condoms, lubricants, and people living in commercial spaces. Officials stated that trafficking is suspected in several cases but not definitively proven and acknowledged that some patrons may have received legitimate services. A Methuen Human Trafficking Task Force has been formed to continue enforcement efforts.
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