Two Suspects Charged With Human Trafficking At Davidson Nail Salon Arrested Again

Caryn Little, Alexandra Elich,

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Davidson Police say the suspects involved in a human trafficking case are facing additional charges.  Thuy Luong and Nip Tsi were arrested again on August 8th after police received new information about an assault that reportedly happened at their business, Luxury Nail Salon.

Investigators say the 57-year-old victim suffered serious injuries that were consistent with the injuries suffered by the victim in the human trafficking case.  Both suspects were charged with aggravated assault, felony conspiracy and intimidating a witness.

Read the story before for more information on the suspect’s previous human trafficking arrest.

ORIGINAL STORY – POSTED JUNE 29, 2018

CHARLOTTE, NC.– Two suspects charged with human trafficking at a Davidson nail salon were in court Friday. They are out of jail and have hired an attorney.

Investigators are calling this case highly sensitive and aren’t releasing much detail.

Here’s a startling statistic: North Carolina ranks number eight in the country in human trafficking cases, and Charlotte takes the number one spot for human trafficking in the state.

34-year-old Tien Luong and 36-year-old Nip Mihn Tsi were arrested at the Luxury Nail Salon on Jetton street. Warrants show they used tools to stab a person — causing severe bruising and scarring. Davidson Police began the investigation on Tuesday with the help of homeland security. Now, Luong and Tsi are facing multiple charges, including human trafficking.

Lily Pad Heaven is an organization that provides housing and support for survivors of human trafficking. Haley Solomon with the organization says traffickers seek out people who are vulnerable or who have a history of abuse.

“Through social media, they may get in contact with them through their school, at the mall. Even churches or other organizations that claim to offer help or employment, but are actually turning around and exploiting the people,” says Solomon.

If you think someone is being trafficked, contact police or the National Human Trafficking Hotline.