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U.S. Attorney about the brothels' customers: “They are doctors, they are lawyers, they are accountants, they are elected officials, they are executives of high tech companies and pharmaceutical companies, they are military officers, government contractors, professors, scientists."
A prostitution ring, prosecutors say, drew officers and contractors with security clearances and checked IDs, credit cards and employer info.
One of the investigators said they would not name the clients, who are said to involve military officers as well, because the probe is ongoing.
The Department of Justice (DOJ) charged three men on Wednesday for allegedly operating brothels in Boston and Virginia serving politicians, military officers and other high-end clients.
“This commercial sex ring was built on secrecy and exclusivity, catering to a wealthy, well-connected clientele,” Acting U.S. Attorney Joshua Levy said.