Model and Influencer Adva Lavie Arrested Again: The Coachella Theft Case Explained Simply

Who Is Adva Lavie?

Adva Lavie (who also goes by the name Mia Ventura) is a Los Angeles-based model and social media influencer. She was previously featured as a Penthouse Pet. Recently, she has been in the news for serious legal troubles involving theft allegations.

Important Point: This article explains the allegations against Lavie based on police reports and court records. She has not been convicted of these new charges. In the U.S., everyone is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

What Happened at Coachella 2025?

During the April 2025 Coachella music festival, Lavie was staying at an Airbnb rental in Indio, California, with a group of people. Here is what investigators say happened:

The Alleged Theft from a Tesla

1. Surveillance cameras inside the rental property recorded Lavie taking items from a victim’s parked Tesla.
2. The stolen items allegedly included:
   • An $8,600 Rolex watch
   • $700 Louis Vuitton sunglasses
   • A $1,800 Louis Vuitton card holder
   • The victim’s handicap parking pass
3. The victim, identified only as Oscar, said the stolen items totaled over $10,000.
4. Oscar met Lavie through mutual friends before the festival and invited her to the Airbnb.
5. He claims she became upset after he refused to give her a free Coachella wristband.

Additional Allegations at Another Airbnb

Police say Lavie is also accused of stealing from multiple victims at a different Indio Airbnb during the same festival weekend:

• One victim reported over $25,000 in missing jewelry, credit cards, and cologne (reported April 15).
• Another victim reported missing jewelry, high-end sunglasses, and an expensive wallet.

The Legal Timeline: Step by Step

1. March 2025 – First Arrest (Los Angeles County)

Lavie was arrested and charged with six felonies:

• Two counts of grand theft
• Two counts of burglary
• Two counts of unauthorized use of personal identifying information

2. April 2025 – Coachella Incidents

The alleged thefts at the Airbnb rentals occurred during the festival.

3. Release on Bail with Conditions

A judge allowed Lavie to remain free on bail but she had to wear a GPS ankle monitor and follow strict rules (like staying in Los Angeles County).

4. Alleged Violations of Release Terms

Prosecutors say Lavie broke the rules:

• Removed her GPS ankle monitor
• Left Los Angeles County without permission
• Obtained an Israeli passport (possibly to flee the country)

5. July 30, 2025 – New Arrest in Beverly Hills

Lavie was arrested on a new felony grand theft warrant from the April Coachella investigation (Riverside County/Indio).

6. Bond Revoked

Because she removed her ankle monitor, a judge revoked her bail in the LA County case. She is now in custody.

7. Court Appearance & Upcoming Hearing

• Lavie appeared in court wearing a jail-issued gown and handcuffs.
• She turned away from cameras.
• A bail hearing is scheduled for Friday to decide if she stays in jail until trial.

The Stephen Cloobeck Connection

Lavie was engaged to Stephen Cloobeck, a billionaire California businessman (founder of Diamond Resorts).

• They lived together in his $26 million Beverly Hills mansion.
• The couple split in early June 2025.
• Lavie no longer lives there.

Cloobeck’s Own Legal Trouble

• Cloobeck was separately arrested in May 2025.
• Charge: Witness tampering (allegedly trying to influence witnesses in Lavie’s original case).
• He posted $300,000 bail and was released the same day.
• He is expected to enter a plea on August 7, 2025.

Lavie’s Personal Disclosures

In a court filing requesting a diversion program (an alternative to prison, like rehabilitation), Lavie disclosed:

• Past sexual abuse
• History of illicit drug use
• Past work as a paid escort in Las Vegas

Important Point: Diversion programs allow defendants to complete treatment or counseling instead of serving time, usually for non-violent offenses or first-time offenders. The judge decides whether to grant it.

Summary of Key Facts

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Has Adva Lavie been convicted of these crimes?

No. She has been arrested and charged, but not convicted. In the American legal system, a person is presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in court.

2. What is a GPS ankle monitor, and why does it matter?

It’s a tracking device worn on the ankle that lets the court know where a defendant is at all times. Removing it is a serious crime (tampering) and almost always leads to immediate arrest and bail revocation.

3. What is "Grand Theft"?

In California, Grand Theft is stealing property valued over $950. It can be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony. Because the items here (Rolex, etc.) are worth thousands, it is charged as a felony.

4. What is "Witness Tampering" (Cloobeck’s charge)?

It means trying to influence, intimidate, or prevent a witness from testifying truthfully or cooperating with police. It is a serious felony.

5. What happens at a Bail Hearing?

A judge decides if the defendant can be released while awaiting trial. They consider:

• Flight risk (will they run away?)
• Danger to the community
• Severity of charges
• Past violations (like removing the monitor)
  Since Lavie already violated release terms once, it is harder to get bail a second time.

This article is based on public reporting from The California Post, NBC Los Angeles, and court records. All individuals mentioned are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.