Tewksbury Police Make Human Trafficking Arrest

Photo Courtesy of the Tewksbury Police Department

TEWKSBURY, MA - A Lowell man faces human trafficking charges following an arrest over the weekend at the Extended Stay America Hotel in Tewksbury.

On Friday, Feb. 19 Tewksbury Police arrested Leo Rith Sat, 38, of 55 S. Whipple St. in Lowell for human trafficking, deriving support from prostitution and sexual conduct for a fee.

The arrest followed a call police received from an alert employee at the Extended Stay America Hotel located on Andover Street, who stated he was concerned about two young females (over 18) who appeared to be under the direction of Sat.

Tewksbury Police Detectives responded and began an investigation. It was determined by Detectives that Sat had recruited the females and drove them to Tewksbury from Providence RI. Sat rented a hotel room in order for the females to conduct sexual acts for a fee and to provide him with a percentage of the money. Sat was placed in custody at the Extended Stay.

Sat is due to be arraigned at Lowell District Court on Monday, Feb. 22.

The Tewksbury Police Department urges any citizens who suspect criminal activity to call the Dispatch Center at 978-851-7373. If you wish to remain anonymous please call the Tip Line at 978-851-0175 or send an email to tewks_detectives@tewksbury-ma.gov.