Full Notification

On January 29, 2026, the Simi Valley Police Department’s Special Enforcement Team, in collaboration with the City’s Code Enforcement and Building and Safety Divisions, participated in a countywide code compliance operation focused on massage establishments within the City of Simi Valley. During the operation, multiple businesses were inspected, and several violations were identified. As a result, three businesses had their licenses to operate within the city revoked.

The City of Simi Valley remains steadfast in its commitment to serving the community and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for all residents and visitors. Public safety is a top priority, and the city works collaboratively with local law enforcement, business owners, and community partners to uphold standards that protect public health and welfare. This includes regular engagement with licensed massage establishments to promote compliance with regulations, support legitimate businesses, and address concerns when patterns of non-conforming activity arise. By fostering open communication, providing education on licensing requirements, and enforcing applicable laws fairly and transparently, Simi Valley aims to deter illicit activities while nurturing a vibrant local economy.

The Simi Valley Police Department’s Special Enforcement Team (SET) is an entity within the Special Enforcement Bureau and was established as a crime suppression unit meant to address various crimes within the City. Those duties include the enforcement of lewd/dissolute conduct in public, Human Trafficking enforcement, ABC (Alcohol Beverage Control) enforcement investigations and assessment, the enforcement of street-level narcotics, warrant service on wanted individuals, and gang enforcement.  

The Simi Valley Police Department would like to thank the Community for its ongoing support and partnerships that make the City of Simi Valley a safe place to enjoy and live. The Simi Valley Police Department encourages its citizens to report suspicious activities, which can be done anonymously. To remain anonymous, tips can be sent to the Department’s tip line at (805) 583-6984, or to Crime Stoppers of Ventura County via email at http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org or by telephone at (805) 494-8255.

If you or someone you know is a victim of human trafficking or if you have information that could help identify and stop this crime, immediate help is available in Ventura County. Human trafficking can affect individuals of any age, gender, or background, and recognizing the signs is the first step toward safety and support. In an emergency, always call 9-1-1. For confidential assistance, victims and concerned community members can contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 (available 24/7 in multiple languages) or the California Coalition to Abolish Slavery and Trafficking (CAST) at 1-888-539-2373 to access services and referrals. Locally, survivors can find comprehensive support through the Ventura County Family Justice Center, offering free advocacy and connections to resources at (805) 652-7655 / text (805) 947-7981 and through 211 Ventura County (dial 2-1-1 or visit 211ventura.org) for confidential crisis linkage, shelter, and support services. Victim advocates with the Ventura County District Attorney’s Crime Victims’ Assistance Unit at (805) 654-3622 can also help survivors navigate legal options and obtain protective services. By working together, we can help end exploitation and strengthen our community.