NORTH Wales Police is urging people to be vigilant of "pop up brothels" and the modern slavery links to them.

The force said these are usually newly acquired properties, privately rented flats or houses, in towns and cities, budget hotels or holiday properties which may only be used as a brothel for a short period of time.

Many of the women forced to work in these brothels are Eastern European, Thai, and Nigerian; and may also be living in the property for the short period of time the brothel is running.

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Here are some signs which police say could indicate a pop-up brothel is being run:

  • Less activity than you’d expect when new people move into a property (e.g., no removals)
  • Limited furnishings – the property doesn’t appear lived in
  • Multiple women living at the address, or who may be brought in and out of the address by an individual
  • Multiple vehicles visiting the property at a time
  • Many frequent visitors, usually male, who don’t stay for long periods of time

If you think a pop-up brothel may be operating near you, you can report anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or complete a form online https://orlo.uk/T07pJ

You can also contact police on 101 or report online https://orlo.uk/SEyUu