Burnt Hills Spa Worker Accused of Offering Sexual Services

Authorities in Saratoga County say a Ballston spa was doing a lot more than massages — and now one woman faces felony and misdemeanor charges.

Massage Parlor Bust in Saratoga County

The Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of 58-year-old Xianju Wang of Ballston, N.Y., following an investigation into alleged prostitution activity at the 772 BH Spa in Burnt Hills.

According to the Sheriff’s Office, Wang is accused of practicing as a massage therapist without a valid license, which is a Class E felony, and engaging in sexual conduct for a fee, a Class B misdemeanor.

Not The Kind of "Relaxation" They Advertised

According to the report, she was released on appearance tickets and is scheduled to appear in Ballston Town Court.

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The arrest followed a joint investigation involving Homeland Security Investigations. Authorities say the operation stemmed from community complaints about suspected illegal activity at the location.

A Common Issue Statewide

While official statewide data on massage parlor busts isn’t publicly compiled, local news reports show these incidents happen regularly across New York State in both large cities and smaller suburban or rural communities.

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Federal, state, and local agencies conduct these operations in response to public tips and complaints.

Illegal massage parlors are often fronts for prostitution, sex trafficking, or other criminal activity, leading to ongoing statewide enforcement efforts.