Hongxia May Chen
Hongxia May Chen is a former owner of a Mount Maunganui property that was found to be operating as an illegal brothel during New Zealand's COVID-19 lockdown. Chen faced charges for aiding and abetting visa breaches involving Chinese sex workers and had her assets, valued at over $1 million, forfeited to the Crown after a lengthy investigation by police and immigration authorities. Despite claiming financial hardship and a desire to help vulnerable women, the court noted her actions had exploited their vulnerabilities.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | 1 | 3.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 4,822,233 | 3,604 | $210,000 | 157$ |
| Totals | 1 | 4,822,233 | 3,604 | $210,000 | 157$ |
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Hongxia May Chen was involved in operating illegal brothels and was sentenced for aiding and abetting visa breaches.
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