Overview

• The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department publicly identified the suspect as Adva Lavie, who also uses the names Mia Ventura Shoshana and Shana.
• Detectives say Lavie contacted men on social media and dating apps, posed as a romantic companion, and then stole from their homes.
• Authorities report that the victims were older men and that incidents span Malibu and other areas across Los Angeles County.
• Investigators released a description—about 5-foot-7, roughly 104–105 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes—and photos of a black Porsche SUV and a white Mercedes-Benz sedan linked to her.
• The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is urged to call Detective Lopez at 818-878-1808, LAPD Detective Marsh at 818-374-9500, or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers.