In a significant operation over the weekend, Greenwich police rescued two Taiwanese females from a suspected brothel in Mottingham, South East London. The raid, which occurred at 1 Royal Court on Saturday, May 4th, also led to the arrest of a white male suspected of involvement in prostitution activities.

Authorities were alerted to the possible existence of the brothel at the residential location following tips from the community. Upon their arrival, officers discovered the women who were now being treated as victims of human trafficking. The Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) emphasized its commitment to treating the rescued women with care and ensuring their safety.

The man arrested at the scene is currently being held on suspicion of involvement in managing or controlling prostitution. His identity has not been disclosed as the investigation remains active and ongoing.

Greenwich MPS took to Twitter to share news of the operation, highlighting the success of the raid and the ongoing efforts to investigate and dismantle illegal operations that exploit vulnerable individuals. They tweeted: “On 04.05.24, officers attended 1 Royal Court, Mottingham. They found a suspected brothel, rescued two Taiwanese females, treated them as victims, and arrested a white male for involvement in prostitution. Further investigation ongoing.”

This case forms part of a broader crackdown on illegal brothels and human trafficking in London. The Metropolitan Police continue to encourage anyone with information on such activities to come forward to help protect those who may be at risk of exploitation.

As the community reacts to the news, local authorities and social services are working closely to provide necessary support and rehabilitation to the victims, while police pursue additional leads to prevent further instances of similar criminal activities.