Two women charged in connection with human trafficking and running a brothel in Paisley
They are due to appear at Paisley Sheriff Court next month.
Two women have been charged in relation to human trafficking and brothel keeping offences after a joint operation by police and the Home Office.
The agencies raided three properties in Paisley, Renfrewshire and arrested the women, aged 38 and 44, on Thursday.
The offences related to a property in the Abercorn Street area of the town, police said.
Detective Sergeant Jason Buxton, of the Renfrewshire and Inverclyde public protection pro-active unit, said: "We are committed to working with our partners to pursue those involved in this type of criminality, with strong focus on safeguarding individuals who may be at risk of exploitation.
"This type of criminality can have long-lasting and detrimental effects on people who are exploited, whilst those who orchestrate this activity often benefit from the proceeds of this exploitative abuse.
"Information from people within our communities is key to helping us identify those involved.
"I would urge anyone with information or concerns about exploitation of any kind to contact Police Scotland on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."
The women will appear at Paisley Sheriff Court on Thursday October 24.