Ex-Democratic California gubernatorial candidate Stephen Cloobeck arrested in L.A. County
Authorities say Stephen Cloobeck was freed on $300,000 bond after arrest on allegations he tried to stop witnesses from testifying in his fiancée’s case.
- On Tuesday, billionaire Stephen Cloobeck was arrested in West Hollywood on an outstanding felony warrant for alleged witness intimidation, posting $300,000 bond before his release.
- Reports indicate the arrest relates to an ongoing criminal case against Cloobeck's fiancée, Adva Lavie, whom he allegedly attempted to shield by preventing three victims from testifying.
- The California Post reported that Cloobeck allegedly threatened a victim's attorney, while Lavie, also known as Mia Ventura, faces six felony charges including residential burglary and grand theft.
- Previously a major backer of Congressman Eric Swalwell, Cloobeck recently withdrew financial support following sexual misconduct allegations that led to Swalwell's resignation from Congress.
38 Articles
38 Articles
Stephen Cloobeck’s Arrest Connected with Adva Lavie Investigation
The recent arrest of billionaire businessman Stephen Cloobeck is reportedly tied to an ongoing criminal investigation involving a Los Angeles-based model accused of targeting wealthy men. Cloobeck, who previously ran as a candidate for California governor, was arrested Tuesday and later released after posting bail. Authorities say he was wanted on a felony warrant connected to allegations that he tried to dissuade or intimidate a witness or vict…
Former Democratic mega-donor arrested after feud over Swalwell allegations
Billionaire Stephen Cloobeck was arrested Tuesday in California, just weeks after he cut ties with former Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA). The timeshare magnate turned himself in to the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department in West Hollywood after a warrant was issued for his arrest. “On May 12, 2026, at approximately 10:59 a.m., Stephen Cloobeck surrendered at West Hollywood Sheriff’s Station on an outstanding felony warrant for alleged violation of dissu…
Former Democratic mega-donor arrested after feud over Swalwell allegations · American Wire News
Billionaire Stephen Cloobeck was arrested Tuesday in California, just weeks after he cut ties with former Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA). The timeshare magnate turned himself in to the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department in West Hollywood after a warrant was issued for his arrest. “On May 12, 2026, at approximately 10:59 a.m., Stephen Cloobeck surrendered at West Hollywood Sheriff’s Station on an outstanding felony warrant for alleged violation of dissu…
Timeshare Mogul Arrested in LA, Accused of Interfering With Witnesses in Fiancée’s Trial
Timeshare mogul and former candidate for California governor Stephen Cloobeck faces multiple felony charges for allegedly threatening wealthy men his influencer fiancée is accused of stealing from in an attempt to keep them from testifying against her in court. Cloobeck, 64, of Beverly Hills, turned himself in to authorities in West Hollywood, California, at 11 a.m. May 12 on an outstanding felony warrant, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Depart…
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 53% of the sources lean Right
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
