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Freed Hostage Mia Schem Accuses Tel Aviv Trainer of Drugging and Rape

Schem alleges the assault occurred in her home, recounting her ordeal publicly as a second accuser comes forward and the investigation continues.

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Israeli woman allegedly raped after release from Hamas captivity in Gaza
Freed hostage Mia Schem attended Elton John AIDS Foundation's 32nd Annual Academy Awards Viewing Party on March 10, 2024 in West Hollywood, California

Overview

  • Mia Schem, a former Hamas hostage, has publicly accused a prominent Tel Aviv fitness trainer of drugging and raping her in her apartment in March 2025.
  • The trainer, a well-known influencer with celebrity clients, was arrested and later released by police, though he remains under investigation.
  • A medical examination following Schem's police report revealed signs of sexual intercourse and unexplained physical marks on her body.
  • The trainer denies the allegations, but a polygraph reportedly found him deceptive, and a second woman has accused him of inappropriate behavior.
  • Schem's televised testimony has brought widespread attention to her case, highlighting the challenges faced by survivors of trauma and sexual violence.