State Police officers from the Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement raided the club Friday night and arrested seven dancers and one manager on prostitution charges. The investigation and subsequent raid by the LCE and the police Citywide Vice Unit had been prompted by community complaints, including those from the spouses of men who'd blown their family's grocery money at the club, said Sgt.
LaTorre said the ongoing investigation into prostitution at the Penthouse Club is one of several investigations that State Police are conducting into area strip clubs. Other raids are slated soon. There, guys could partake in any number of sexual acts with the dancers, including "the front door, the back door and the upstairs," LaTorre said. Get the news you need to start your day. State Police did not immediately identify those arrested. LaTorre said the seven female dancers and one male manager were charged because they soliticted undercover officers, but he suggested more people could have been involved in prostitution.
Although the club's owners have not been charged, they remain under investigation, which could put the status of their liquor license in jeopardy, LaTorre said. Skip to content. Cops: Lewd doings at Penthouse Club. Inquirer Morning Newsletter. A woman who answered the phone at the club yesterday said no one would comment. We Recommend.
