No happy ending as two new jersey massage parlor workers charged for prostitution

No Happy Ending as Two New Jersey Massage Parlor Workers Charged for Prostitution

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March 15, 2026

Authorities say two women were arrested after a search warrant was executed at a massage business in Festival Mall.

Hamilton Township, NJ – Two women were charged following a prostitution investigation at a massage business inside Festival Mall in Mays Landing, authorities said.

Hamilton Township Police executed a search warrant around 10 a.m. Wednesday at Waterfall Therapy after a lengthy investigation into alleged prostitution activity at the business.


Key Points

• Two women charged after prostitution investigation in Mays Landing
• Search warrant executed at Waterfall Therapy in Festival Mall
• Both suspects released on summons following arrest


Police execute search warrant at massage business

Investigators said the warrant was the result of a detailed investigation into allegations of prostitution occurring at the establishment.

Officers searched the business Wednesday morning as part of the operation. Authorities did not release additional details about how long the investigation had been underway.

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Two suspects charged

Police said Cuie Chen, 50, and Wen-Juin Zhou, 60, were taken into custody during the operation.

Both were charged with third-degree prostitution and third-degree conspiracy to commit prostitution.

The two women were later released on summonses.

Investigation remains ongoing

Hamilton Township Police said the investigation is continuing.

Officials thanked the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office and the New Jersey State Police for assisting with the case.

Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact the Township of Hamilton Police Department.

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