Móstoles police arrest 16 for running sexual exploitation ring

Spanish National Police have arrested 16 people for their alleged involvement in a criminal organization dedicated to the sexual exploitation of women in a villa located in Móstoles, Madrid.

The organization was reportedly led by four women from the same family who managed decision-making and issued instructions to other members, including drivers, security personnel, and supervisors. Approximately 20 victims lived in the villa under constant control, where they were forced to engage in prostitution under abusive conditions.

Investigators state that the group exploited individuals in situations of extreme vulnerability and used coercive methods to ensure their compliance. The structure included specialized roles such as individuals responsible for surveillance, advertising, and client contact, as well as staff who supplied narcotics to clients and victims. The criminal network also utilized five straw men to conceal financial profits.