In a clampdown on illicit spa activities in California, two individuals have been netted for their roles in a commercial sex operation. The Ventura County Sheriff's Office has confirmed the arrest of Min Qiao, 44, and Xia Baker, 58, following a lengthy investigation into the Health Spa on N. Ventu Park Road, Newbury Park, where detectives learned commercial sexual activities were occurring.
According to the Ventura County Sheriff's Office, the probe that began in September 2023 culminated in charges of pimping and pandering against both suspects under California Penal Code Sections 266h and 266i. Additionally, Qiao faces charges of money laundering and bribery of an executive officer. Details emerged that Qiao and Baker had been allegedly profiting off their employees providing sexual services to clients.
On May 8, a joint operation executed search warrants at Health Spa and the residences of the suspects. "As a result of the investigation, Qiao and Baker were arrested for the above-listed charges and booked into Ventura County Sheriff’s Main Jail, with a bail of $90,000," as per the Ventura County Sheriff's Office. Both defendants are now awaiting court proceedings surrounding the accusations.
The local law enforcement has expressed gratitude towards community members for their unwavering support and efforts in sharing information that aids in addressing crime. "We are better at what we do because of our community partnerships," as detailed by the Ventura County Sheriff's Office. The public has been encouraged to stay vigilant and continue assisting in the war on criminal activities through various social media and public safety communication platforms.
For those interested in the ongoing battle against crime in the Ventura area, updates can be followed through the sheriff's office's social media handles. Detective Nan Jiang of the Ventura County Sheriff's Office prepared the news release, which was rolled out to the press on May 20.
