Huntington Station business cited after prostitution and illegal practice

Suffolk County Police Second Precinct investigative officers, working with the Town of Huntington Fire Marshal and ordinance inspectors, executed an investigation of The Spot at 523 East Jericho Turnpike in Huntington Station after neighbors filed complaints. On Jan. 12, 2026, police arrested an employee identified as Song Wha Jang, 52, of Floral Park. Jang was charged with two counts of Unauthorized Practice of a Profession, felonies, and two counts of Prostitution, misdemeanors.

The Town of Huntington issued violations to the business as part of the enforcement action. Jang received a desk appearance ticket and is scheduled for arraignment at the First District Court in Central Islip. Police and municipal inspectors coordinated the response, highlighting the town and county working together on code and public safety issues in commercial corridors.

For Huntington Station residents, the immediate impact is threefold: public safety, neighborhood quality of life, and local commerce. Community complaints prompted the probe, indicating resident vigilance about activities that can affect foot traffic, perceived safety, and property values along busy strips like East Jericho Turnpike. Municipal violations can result in fines, corrective orders, or restrictions that disrupt a small business’s operations and revenue while the owner addresses compliance issues.

The presence of both fire marshal and ordinance inspectors alongside police suggests concerns beyond criminal allegations, including building safety or zoning compliance. When multiple agencies are involved, businesses face parallel administrative processes in addition to criminal proceedings for employees. That combination tends to raise the cost of remediation for owners and can slow reopening or normal operations until inspectors sign off.

This enforcement action also offers a snapshot of local regulatory pressure on personal services and retail establishments. Towns such as Huntington increasingly use coordinated inspections to respond to resident complaints, balancing economic vitality with enforcement of licensure and safety rules. For commercial landlords and entrepreneurs, this means sharper attention to permits, employee vetting, and adherence to licensing requirements to avoid legal exposure and interruptions in trade.

Residents who observe suspicious activity can help maintain neighborhood standards by reporting concerns promptly to Suffolk County Police or Town of Huntington code enforcement so municipal resources can respond. Business owners should review licenses, employee documentation, and safety compliance periodically to reduce the risk of enforcement actions that can be costly and disruptive.

The takeaway? Keep watch on the Turnpike, but also on paperwork. Our two cents? Report what you see and expect town regulators to follow up — it’s the fastest way to protect both your street and the small businesses that serve it.