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— Apparently, not everyone was getting the kind of relaxation they advertised.
Thirteen people have been charged following a sweeping investigation into eight massage businesses that Roanoke County Police described as “illicit.” The investigation began after citizen complaints prompted authorities to take a closer look at the establishments.
On October 12, 2026, investigators served search warrants at all eight businesses. The operation resulted in charges against 11 people accused of maintaining a bawdy place and two men accused of frequenting one.
And this wasn't just a matter of officers checking the appointment book. Police say they seized three vehicles and more than $44,000 in cash during the investigation.
Authorities also reported locating victims at the establishments, removing them from the businesses and offering them resources. Police have not released further details about the alleged circumstances or the identities of those individuals.
Who Was Charged?
Red Apple Asian Massage — 8201 Williamson Road
Maiqin Chen, 43, of New York
Shuilian Zhong, 40, of New York
Relaxing Choice Spa — 5346 Peters Creek Road
Xiaohong Chen, 53, of New York
Summer Body Work — 7307 Williamson Road
Li Xiuying, 53, of Texas
Li Xiuli, 49, of New York
Best Spa — 6429 Williamson Road
Hongjuan Lu, 62, of New York
YJN — 2155 Electric Road
Lihua Chang, 60, of New York
Limei Chang, 48, of New York
Sunny Spa — 3652 Brambleton Avenue
Lixin Sun, 60, of New York
Amazing Body Works — 3212 Brambleton Avenue
Shuhui Huang, 46, of New York
Angel Massage — 3109 Brambleton Avenue
Yuling Chang, 35, of New York
The 11 individuals listed above were charged with maintaining a bawdy place under Virginia Code § 18.2-347.
Two Men Also Face Charges
Police also charged two men by summons with frequenting a bawdy place:
Danny Deboard, 70, of Botetourt County
Oliver Baugess, 56, of Roanoke City
More Questions Than Answers
While police have announced the charges, the investigation's details remain limited. Authorities have not publicly explained the specific allegations involving each business or disclosed additional information about the victims who were located.
The reported seizure of more than $44,000 and three vehicles adds another layer to an investigation that began with complaints from the public.
For eight businesses, the October 12 visits turned into something considerably more serious than a customer review.
Police say the investigation involved alleged illegal activity, but the charges are allegations—not convictions. All defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
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