Brothels closed in Brent

Jan 10 2012 By Jessica Thompson

PROPERTIES across Brent suspected of being used as brothels have been targeted by police in a crackdown.

Brent Safer Neighbourhoods Teams visited several addresses on Friday, supported by Brent Council leader Ann John who has also been addressing the issue.

Last week’s activity was the start of several operations to be carried out by Brent Police, during which officers will visit every place that has been identified as a possible brothel.

During last week’s raid, nine women were interviewed who admitted to using a premises for prostitution. They were all served with notices explaining that continued use of the premises would result in them being prosecuted and the premises closed.

Safer Neigbourhoods Inspector Brian Reilly said: “This operation was to target the people causing nuisance and harassment to the local community and respond to fears of the control and management of prostitution.

“It is not acceptable for law -abiding residents to suffer the effects of having this type of activity taking place in their community, and this is an excellent example of the Safer Neighbourhoods Team working closely with residents to ensure that Brent remains a safe and pleasant environment for the whole community.”

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