Detectives have closed an investigation into unlawful prostitution culminating with the arrest of three Chinese nationals in Mooloolaba yesterday.
The three women, aged 52, 46 and 33-years-old were allegedly involved in operating an illegal brothel from a motel in the vicinity of Brisbane Road.
During the arrest police seized around $10,000 of cash.
The women, aged 46 and 33, were both charged with one count each of knowingly participate in the provision of unlawful prostitution and possession of tainted property.
The 52-year-old woman was charged with carrying on the business of providing unlawful prostitution, having an interest in premises used for prostitution and two counts each of knowingly participate in the provision of prostitution and tainted property.
All three are due to appear in the Maroochydore Magistrates Court later today.
