A local man has been sentenced after police discovered evidence of commercial sex activity at a property on London Road, Peterborough. Soon Chin, 49, admitted an offence of controlling prostitution for gain and was jailed for 10 months at Huntingdon Magistrates’ Court on 25 July.
Police find signs of organised activity
Cambridgeshire Police say officers attended the London Road address following reports raising concern that a woman at the property might be being sexually exploited. On entering, officers recovered items they described as consistent with sex work, including notices listing prices, multiple used condoms and other related material. Investigators also linked a mobile phone found at the address to online adverts and to communications arranging visitors to the property.
“Chin was clearly involved in running this operation to use the property for sex work," said DC Steph Barnes-Dunlop. "This kind of activity is widely associated with exploitation, with women and girls forced to perform sexual acts for others to profit from. We’re determined to do all we can to tackle exploitation in all its forms and bring people to justice who seek to prey on others for their own financial gain.”
Local impact and policing response
The sentencing follows a police-focused response to community concerns, and the force emphasised the link between organised prostitution and exploitation. The case will be of interest to residents living near the London Road area and to anyone worried about potential exploitation in the city.
- Defendant: Soon Chin, 49
- Location: London Road, Peterborough
- Charge and outcome: Admitted controlling prostitution for gain; jailed 10 months
- Court: Huntingdon Magistrates’ Court — sentence passed on 25 July
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | Soon Chin |
| Age | 49 |
| Sentence | 10 months' imprisonment |
| Address linked | London Road, Peterborough |
Cambridgeshire Police reiterated that activity of this kind is frequently associated with exploitation and urged anyone with concerns to contact them. Residents who witness suspicious activity or who have information relevant to investigations are encouraged to report it through the force’s official channels so that officers can assess and, where necessary, take action.
This conviction underlines ongoing efforts by local policing teams to tackle exploitation and criminality linked to premises in Peterborough. It will also prompt renewed attention on how communities and agencies can work together to identify victims and disrupt those who profit from their abuse.
