Do prosecutors have enough evidence for a case against an alleged human trafficker to proceed?
That’s what a judge will decide after a preliminary exam — scheduled for next week — for Zixuan Wan, charged with human trafficking-enterprise resulting in commercial sexual activity, human trafficking enterprise, and keeping a house of prostitution. Officials said more charges could be coming as the investigation, described as “large-scale,” continues.
Wan, 44, of Livonia, is accused of human trafficking at several massage businesses in Oakland and Wayne County — where victims were reportedly living.
Wan was arrested following a four-month investigation launched last November. The ongoing investigation into Wan and her alleged crimes is led by the Farmington Hills Police Department in collaboration with the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office and the Westland Police Department.
Wan’s preliminary exam is scheduled for March 28 before 47th District Judge Marla Parker. She’ll be presented with evidence and then rule on whether the case will advance to Oakland County Circuit Court for possible trial.
Wan is out of custody after 47th District Magistrate Michael Sawicky arraigned and then released her on a personal bond — requiring no cash or surety to be posted. Conditions of bond include GPS monitoring and surrender of her passport.
Earlier this month, police executed multiple search warrants at Wan’s massage businesses in Farmington Hills, Commerce Township and Westland, her home in Livonia, and banks where she allegedly deposited proceeds from the illegal acts, Farmington Hills police said. As of midday March 21, court records show no additional charges filed in Farmington HIlls Commerce Township, Westland or Livonia.
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