Concord, NH – Attorney General John M. Formella announces that the New Hampshire Department of Justice, the Bow Police Department, and U.S. Homeland Security Investigations are continuing an investigation into suspected human trafficking and prostitution-related offenses at Yihong Spa, located at 699 Route 3A in Bow.
On Tuesday, September 8, 2026, the Bow Police Department, with assistance from the New Hampshire Department of Justice and Homeland Security Investigations, executed a search warrant at the business as part of the ongoing investigation.
The investigation has been underway for several months. Investigators are examining whether individuals associated with the business engaged in criminal conduct, including human trafficking and prostitution-related offenses.
No arrests have been made at this time. The investigation remains active and ongoing, and additional criminal charges may be brought as the investigation continues.
“Human trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation can occur in any community, including right here in New Hampshire,” said Attorney General Formella. “The Department of Justice is committed to working with our local and federal law enforcement partners to identify these operations, protect vulnerable individuals, and hold those responsible accountable.”
The investigation is part of the Department of Justice’s ongoing statewide effort to combat illicit massage businesses and the human trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation that can occur within them. Since launching its targeted enforcement initiative in 2024, the Department has worked with local, state, and federal partners to investigate and shut down illicit massage businesses across New Hampshire.
The Department of Justice’s efforts include criminal investigations, regulatory enforcement, and its Landlord Engagement Program, which works with property owners to identify and address illicit massage businesses operating on their properties. The
Department’s enforcement efforts are focused on traffickers, business operators, and sex buyers, not individuals who may themselves be victims of exploitation.
Anyone with information concerning suspected human trafficking or an illicit massage business is encouraged to contact the New Hampshire Department of Justice Anti-Trafficking Tipline at 603-271-9703. Separately, for victim support services, a 24/7 Statewide Helpline is available via the New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence at 1-866-644-3574.
The investigation remains ongoing. No further information is available at this time.