Embattled massage therapist arrested by Metro Police - WSMV Nashville

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The massage therapist at the center of a year-long News4 Investigates series, accused by more than 15 women of sexually touching them or himself during massages or job interviews, was arrested on Tuesday by Metro Police.

Tarek Mentouri was arrested by police and charged with impersonation of a licensed professional.

BREAKING: the massage therapist at the center of a year-long @wsmv Investigation, accused by more than 15 women of sexually touching them or himself during massages or job interviews, has been arrested and his home is being searched. Developing story.https://t.co/0D0p63h01d

— Jeremy Finley (@JFinleyreports) April 13, 2021

On Tuesday human trafficking detectives conducted a controlled undercover deal with Mentroui for a massage. The massage was scheduled and an agreed upon price for the massage was set.

As soon as the transaction for the money was taken by Mentroui, detectives entered the Glade Street home and placed Mentouri in custody.

BREAKING: undercover metro police cars and marked units outside of Mentouri’s home. We’ve seen officers walk in and out. https://t.co/Y9nSjQquSC pic.twitter.com/pVDKBB3xKJ

— Jeremy Finley (@JFinleyreports) April 13, 2021

Mentouri’s massage license is currently revoked in Tennessee.

Bond has been set for $2,500.

Detectives seized numerous items in the home under the scope of the investigation.


Fifteen women have come to News4 Investigates with claims of similar, troubling stories of inappropriate sexual behavior by a massage therapis…