Chief Garry Moss of the Calhoun Police Department states that on Wednesday, December 17th, 2008 at approximately 7:00 pm, Calhoun Police Detectives along with agents from the Special Operations unit arrested two Asian females in connection with a prostitution ring which was being operated at the Massage Therapy Spa located on Ga. 53 in Calhoun.

Arrested were Kim Hyeon, 54 charged with prostitution and Chong Ok Lebanc, 55 charged with keeping a place of prostitution.

The investigation began after agents received information concerning improper behavior at the spa. The spa was placed under surveillance for a brief period while agents gathered evidence on the proprietors of the spa.

On Dec. 17, an undercover agent with the Calhoun Police Department entered the spa and was propositioned by Kim Hyeon offering sexual favors in exchange for money.

According to Lt. Tony Pyle public information officer for the Calhoun Police Department this is the third raid on this location within the past six months. Both suspects arrested remain in the Gordon County Jail with further charges pending.

Calhoun Times