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Massage therapist arrested after reported indecent assault at Magnolia spa, sheriff says
Summary by The Houston Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Bryce Newberry, Christian Hudspeth , Click2Houston KPRC2 Local
· July 22, 2026
· 2 min read
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office says a Magnolia man has been arrested after a woman reported she was indecently assaulted during a massage at a local spa. Deputies were called July 3 after a woman told authorities she was inappropriately touched during a massage at Deluxe Therapeutic Massa...
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Key takeaway Deputies were called July 3 after a woman told authorities she was inappropriately touched during a massage at Deluxe Therapeutic Massage & Spa, located at 4849 FM 1488 in Magnolia, according to the sheriff’s office.
Why this matters in The Houston
The arrest of Bradley Orton, a massage therapist accused of indecent assault, raises concerns about public safety in the greater Houston area. As a city surrounded by Houston in Harris County, the incident in neighboring Montgomery County serves as a reminder that residents may frequent businesses in surrounding areas, potentially putting them at risk. The fact that Orton had a previous conviction for a similar offense in Harris County and was still able to find employment at a spa in Magnolia is particularly troubling. The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office is urging potential victims to come forward, which may help identify other instances of assault in the region. Residents of Houston should be aware of this case and take necessary precautions when visiting spas or massage therapy businesses, especially if they frequent establishments in surrounding counties. The Houston Independent School District and local government may also want to consider providing resources or support for victims of assault.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: Click2Houston KPRC2 Local ·
Reading time: 2 min
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