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Influencer Faces Felony Charges for Online Scams
14 May
Summary
- Adva Lavie, an influencer, faces six felony charges for alleged theft.
- Stephen Cloobeck arrested for alleged witness intimidation in Lavie's case.
- Lavie allegedly used dating apps to target and steal from wealthy men.
Model and social media influencer Adva Lavie, also known as 'Mia Ventura,' faces six felony charges, including grand theft and residential burglary. Prosecutors allege that Lavie used online dating applications to build relationships with wealthy older men, subsequently burglarizing and stealing from them. She pleaded not guilty in April and is currently awaiting trial.
In connection with Lavie's case, her fiancé, billionaire Stephen Cloobeck, was arrested on May 12, 2026, on suspicion of felony witness intimidation. Cloobeck was charged with three felony counts of attempting to dissuade a witness. His attorney stated the charges are false and they look forward to their day in court. Cloobeck was released on $300,000 bail.
