Man and woman arrested in Greenock brothel probe

Officers investigated serious and organised crime offences on West Blackhall Street in Greenock

A man and a woman have been arrested and charged with being involved in brothel keeping in Greenock, Inverclyde.

Police also investigated alleged human trafficking and serious and organised crime at a property and a commercial premises on West Blackhall Street.

The 40-year-old man and 39-year-old woman are due to appear at Greenock Sheriff Court on Friday.

Anyone with information about exploitation in their area is urged to contact police.

Det Insp Nicky Beattie from Greenock CID said: “We are committed to working with our partners to pursue those involved in this type of criminality, with a strong focus on safeguarding individuals who may be at risk of exploitation.

“Information from people within our communities is key to helping us to identify those involved."