Prostitution Sting
On 1/12/19, the Norton Police conducted a prostitution sting at the Extended Stay America Hotel, 280 So. Washington St. Norton, MA. The sting was conducted with the cooperation of hotel management. Detectives placed advertisements on websites that offer escort services and individuals seeking sex. An undercover police officer answered the texts sent by the defendants, arranging meetings for sex for a fee.
The following individuals were arrested:
James Blandino, age 38, of Bridgewater MA
Michael Hocheiser, age 39 of Holliston MA
Eben Jordan, age 35 of New Bedford MA
All three subjects were charged with:
Sexual conduct for a fee
Solicitation for Prostitution
Attempt to Commit a crime
All subjects will be arraigned at Attleboro District Court on Monday 1/14/19.
Assisting Norton Police, were members of the Northern Bristol County Drug Task Force. The Northern Bristol County Drug Task Force is comprised of detectives from Norton, Attleboro, Easton, Mansfield, Raynham and Taunton Police Departments.