The operation targeted influential figures, including elected officials, military officers, and business leaders, according to officials.
Federal prosecutors have unveiled a major case involving a highly organized commercial sexual exploitation ring spanning Massachusetts and Virginia
The accused ran a network of high-end brothels in the Arsenal Yards development in Watertown and North Cambridge, with additional properties identified in eastern Virginia. The defendants, Han “Hana” Lee, 41, James Lee, 68, and Junmyung Lee, 30, face charges of conspiring to coerce and lure others into engaging in unlawful sexual activity.
While Han Lee’s attorney declined to comment, an email seeking a statement was sent to Junmyung Lee’s lawyer. James Lee had no listed attorney, and a message requesting comment was directed to a presumed relative.
Prosecutors have moved to detain James Lee, citing concerns over flight risk. The alleged commercial sexual exploitation operation utilized two websites to advertise services, providing photos and physical details of available women.
Although the identities of those who procured services remain undisclosed and no charges have been filed against them, Acting Massachusetts U.S. Attorney Josh Levy emphasized that the investigation is in its early phases. Around 20 clients have been interviewed thus far, as part of the ongoing inquiry. Text messages were reportedly used to arrange appointments with the women.
According to court records, in one instance, a property manager visited a rented unit to address a leak
Subsequently, he allegedly contacted James Lee to inquire about the occupant, to which Lee claimed it was his daughter. When asked for her name, he was unable to provide an answer.
Authorities suspect that the clientele numbered in the hundreds, encompassing government contractors with security clearances, medical professionals, legal practitioners, elected officials, military personnel, educators, and executives from technology firms.
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