Several massage parlours along River Valley Road and Mohamed Sultan Road have allegedly continued operating despite police raids and closures, with some reportedly reopening shortly afterwards.
According to Shin Min Daily News, six massage parlours were identified within a 50m stretch in the area. Four were suspected of offering sexual services under the guise of massage treatments.
An anonymous source also claimed that two of the establishments were operated by the same owner.
Reporter Discovers Alleged Additional Services
During visits to two of the massage parlours, a Shin Min reporter observed that staff appeared cautious when discussing the services available at the counter.
The reporter was asked to provide their name and identification number before proceeding, reportedly as part of police-related requirements.
However, once inside, a masseuse allegedly disclosed that the establishment offered additional services beyond conventional massages.
During the session, the reporter was also asked whether they wanted a prostate massage, which was quoted at between S$50 and S$100.
When the reporter declined, the masseuse reportedly explained that she earned only S$10 in commission from a regular massage and could have her pay deducted if she failed to meet her monthly sales target.
She added that several masseuses worked at the establishment, with walk-in customers assigned on a rotating basis unless a special appointment had been arranged.
Parlours Allegedly Continue Operating After Raids
The report also highlighted how some establishments appeared to continue operating after enforcement action.
One massage parlour was reportedly raided twice, in May and July 2026. However, its business continued after the licence holder was subsequently changed, according to the report.
A source claimed that some of the establishments operated around the clock but did not rely on staff standing outside to attract customers.
Instead, they allegedly promoted their services online, including through Telegram groups featuring photographs of scantily clad women.
During another visit, the reporter was quoted S$150 for the advertised services, with the cost of a regular massage charged separately. When the reporter said they wanted to check another establishment, they were told that prices at both outlets were the same.
Legitimate Massage Businesses Say They Serve Different Customers
The presence of these establishments has not reportedly caused major concern for some legitimate massage businesses in the vicinity.
One operator, who has been in business for more than a decade, told Shin Min that the establishment catered to a different group of customers.
The owner said most of the business came from local residents and regular customers who were familiar with its legitimate services.
To avoid misunderstandings, the operator had also put up notices stating that sexual services were prohibited on the premises.
The owner explained that customers who enquired about such services would be directed to the notices and would subsequently leave.
The report noted that establishments suspected of offering such services had become increasingly visible in the area since the Covid-19 pandemic.
The allegations have raised questions about enforcement against businesses suspected of operating outside the permitted scope of massage services, particularly when establishments appear to resume operations after raids.
The reports do not establish that every massage parlour in the area is involved in unlawful activities, and legitimate operators continue to serve customers seeking conventional massage treatments.
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