WATERTOWN, Mass.- Four spa businesses in Watertown were shut down on July 21 after a joint inspection found violations of city regulations, with assistance from the FBI Boston Child Exploitation-Human Trafficking Task Force, officials said.
The inspection was conducted by the Watertown Public Health Department, Watertown Police Department, Zoning & Code Enforcement Team, and Inspectional Services Division to ensure businesses were following local rules and to help protect against human trafficking.
Officials said inspectors visited four bodywork establishments, and all four were ordered to close because of violations.
Thai Body Spa, located at 12 Belmont St., was shut down after inspectors found items of a sexual nature, along with no Certificate of Occupancy and no required bodywork permit.
The other three businesses were closed for failing to obtain required approvals, including a Certificate of Occupancy and/or a bodywork permit.
Officials said the businesses cannot reopen until they meet all city requirements. They will also be subject to additional inspections and reviews to confirm compliance with local regulations.
Watertown adopted bodywork regulations in 2025 to strengthen oversight of businesses offering these services. The rules established clearer licensing requirements and operating standards for bodywork establishments.
The Watertown Police Department and the FBI Boston Child Exploitation-Human Trafficking Task Force also provided support and services to employees during the operation as part of a victim-focused approach, officials said.
Subscribe to The Shrewsbury Post Updates
