Third woman arrested over Paisley brothel running and human trafficking investigation | British News

A third woman has been arrested in connection with brothel running and human trafficking in Renfrewshire.

The 37-year-old suspect is also accused of serious crimes and organized crime.

The woman’s arrest on Monday comes amid a major police call Scotland Investigating suspected criminal activity at premises in the Abercorn Street area of ​​Paisley.

Two women, aged 38 and 44, were charged with similar offenses last week after a joint operation with the Home Office’s immigration control team targeted three addresses in the city.

All three women are due to appear at Paisley Sheriff Court on Thursday, October 24.

Detective Sergeant Jason Buxton said: “We will use every means available to arrest and bring to justice those responsible for this type of crime.”

“Our main priority is to ensure the protection and well-being of the vulnerable people affected and at risk from this type of exploitation.”

“Those who profit from this type of crime will have nowhere to hide.”

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DS Buxton urged anyone with concerns to contact Police Scotland or Crimestoppers.

He added: “Together with our partners we will strive to make Renfrewshire and Inverclyde a hostile environment for any criminal activity and continue to strive to ensure it is a safe place for everyone.”

“Information from people in our communities remains critical for us to identify those involved.”