14 arrested in Harris Co. strip club sting

A Harris Country Sheriff's Office investigation has led to the arrest of 14 at a northwest Harris County strip club on a variety of charges and the seizure of drugs, cash, and weapons. An undercover operation on Sept. 19 by HCSO's Special Investigations Division Vice Unit had been underway for a number of months at the Joy of Houston Gentlemen's Club in the 7000 block of Charles Road, according to deputies, who said that locals had complained about suspicious activity around the club. less A Harris Country Sheriff's Office investigation has led to the arrest of 14 at a northwest Harris County strip club on a variety of charges and the seizure of drugs, cash, and weapons. An undercover operation ... more Photo: Harris County Sheriff's Office Photo: Harris County Sheriff's Office Image 1 of / 21 Caption Close 14 arrested in Harris Co. strip club sting 1 / 21 Back to Gallery

A Harris Country Sheriff's Office investigation has led to the arrest of 14 at a northwest Harris County strip club on a variety of charges and the seizure of drugs, cash, and weapons.

An undercover operation on Sept. 19 by HCSO's Special Investigations Division Vice Unit had been underway for a number of months at the Joy of Houston Gentlemen's Club in the 7000 block of Charles Road, according to deputies, who said that locals had complained about suspicious activity around the club.

The 14 people arrested were arrested on various charges including prostitution, sexually-oriented business regulation violations, and controlled substance possession. One suspect also had an open warrant.

Timothy Beavers, 26, and Michael Mathern, 40, were named as operators of the club in Harris County court documents. They face charges connected to employees at the club not displaying correct Clas II Sexually Oriented Business permits.