Three held after raid on brothel

Officers acted to shut the illegal operation in Cheshire Close on Mondayafter complaints from neighbours.

As well as the oriental women, three men were detained and are helping police with their inquiries.

A local man, who is connected with the same address, was later arrested.

Numerous mobile telephones, a computer and financial information were seized for analysis.

The lunchtime raid was carried out following complaints about anti-social activities caused by people within and around the premises. Police were also able to link this presence with an advert in a free publication. Any clients who persist in visiting the premises have been warned they face being spoken to in their homes by the police.

Sergeant Craig Wilkie, of the police's Bognor south neighbourhood specialist team, said: 'Brothels in Bognor will not be tolerated. Positive action will be taken to close them down.

'People must understand that these establishments have been linked to organised crime, human trafficking and the obvious health risks. The anti-social activities associated with these premises cannot be under-estimated, especially in residential areas.

'We have asked local residents to provide police with information of any vehicles or persons visiting this address in the future. Home visits will take place of those identified who frequent them.

'Please call 0845 60 70 999 if you have any information or, if you wish to remain anonymous, please call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.'