A brothel keeper from Erdington has admitted running two sex establishments in Birmingham after being caught with a stash of incriminating evidence.
The Traffic Stop That Uncovered a Criminal Operation
Zhong Wang, 44, was stopped by officers in Birmingham's Southside district. A subsequent search of his vehicle revealed £4,500 in cash, baby oil, condoms, and a brochure containing advertisements for women offering sexual services.
This discovery prompted further investigations by West Midlands Police. Searches were conducted at two massage parlours linked to Wang, located in Erdington and Sutton Coldfield.
Linking the Suspect to the Brothels
At both locations, police spoke with several individuals, including women who were clearly involved in sex work. Specialist teams, including officers from Operation Fearless and the Serious Organised Crime and Exploitation Team (SOCEX), analysed mobile phones and uncovered further evidence connecting Wang to the criminal enterprises.
The investigation conclusively proved that Wang was in charge of both brothels. Following a hearing at Birmingham Crown Court on Thursday, November 20, he admitted to two counts of running a brothel and one count of possessing criminal property.
Facing Justice and Supporting Victims
Wang, of Erdington, is now awaiting sentencing, which is scheduled for early next year.
Investigating officer, DC Amelia Rose, commented on the case, stating: "We worked hard to bring these charges against Wang – exploring multiple lines of enquiry, carrying out searches, and speaking to those involved." She highlighted the challenges in uncovering such hidden operations and expressed satisfaction that Wang is facing prison for the exploitation of women.
Op Fearless Detective Inspector Tom Lyons added: "We don’t stand for anyone making money from exploiting vulnerable people in the West Midlands – and that’s what we were able to prove Wang was doing. This is not a victimless crime."
He confirmed that police, alongside partner agencies and charities, are continuing to work to disrupt such activity and offer support to those affected by it.
