BETHPAGE, NY – Nassau County Police Narcotics/Vice Squad detectives report the arrest of a Queens woman following an undercover investigation conducted on Friday, February 27, 2026, at approximately 3:30 p.m. in Bethpage.
According to detectives, an investigation was conducted at H & Q Foot Care, located at 4294 Hicksville Road. Authorities allege that illegal massage services were being performed at the location.
Ying Zhou, 49, of Flushing, was taken into custody without incident.
Zhou is charged with:
- Unauthorized Practice of a Profession
- Prostitution
She was issued an Appearance Ticket and released.
Police further reported that subsequent investigation determined Zhou is allegedly in the United States without legal status and is subject to removal proceedings. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents took custody of the defendant.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Key Facts and Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Incident Type | Alleged Illegal Massage / Prostitution Investigation |
| Date of Incident | February 27, 2026 |
| Time | Approximately 3:30 p.m. |
| Location | H & Q Foot Care, 4294 Hicksville Road, Bethpage |
| Investigating Unit | Nassau County Police – Narcotics/Vice Squad |
| Defendant | Ying Zhou, 49, Flushing, Queens |
| Charges | Unauthorized Practice of a Profession; Prostitution |
| Arrest Status | Arrested without incident |
| Release Status | Issued Appearance Ticket and released |
| Immigration Status | Allegedly in U.S. without legal status |
| Federal Action | Taken into custody by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement |
| Case Status | Investigation ongoing |
