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Los Angeles influencer arrested again on new theft charge in Beverly Hills
Social media personality Adva Lavie, also known as Mia Ventura, was taken into custody by Beverly Hills police on a separate theft allegation in Riverside County.
Adva Lavie, a Los Angeles-based influencer who previously faced six felony counts for allegedly stealing from older men she met on dating apps, was arrested around 10:30 p.m. Tuesday. She had earlier pleaded not guilty and was released on bond with an ankle monitor in March. The latest arrest stems from a different theft claim originating in Riverside County, according to NBC4. Beverly Hills authorities carried out the detention.
Why it matters
The repeat arrest highlights continuing legal issues for a high-profile influencer accused of targeting older men.
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