Crime & Safety
2 Oceanside Massage Parlors Busted For Prostitution: Police
Several employees of the establishments were arrested on suspicion of prostitution, police said.
OCEANSIDE, CA — Two Oceanside massage parlors were shut down following a yearlong investigation into reports of illicit activity and prostitution, police announced Monday.
Beginning in September 2024, detectives conducted multiple operations at Nirvana Spa at 3320 Mission Ave., Suite Q, and Seaside Acupressure at 560 Greenbrier Drive, #103, according to the Oceanside Police Department.
The investigation included more than two dozen interviews, according to the department. Several employees of the establishments were arrested on suspicion of prostitution.
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The owner of both businesses is no longer permitted to operate within Oceanside, and the business licenses for both locations have been permanently revoked, police said.
"These closures send a clear message that businesses engaging in illegal activity will not be tolerated in Oceanside," Oceanside Police Chief Taurino Valdovinos said.
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Authorities urged anyone with additional information to call the department's Vice Unit at 760-435- 4900 or San Diego County Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477.
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