Tinder Conman Simon Leviev Detained in Batumi Airport 🚨

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Israeli citizen Simon Leviev (real name: Shimon Hayut) was detained at Batumi Airport, according to The Jerusalem Post.

Reasons for the arrest remain unclear, say his lawyers.

Georgian authorities confirmed he is wanted internationally via Interpol.

Leviev is infamous for scamming women on Tinder, pretending to be the son of diamond magnate Lev Leviev. He told victims he was in danger and unable to access his bank accounts, tricking them into sending him money.

Estimated victims: ~100 women

Total stolen: $10 million

Netflix documented his crimes in 2022 in The Tinder Swindler

Legal history: Convicted in Dec 2019 for fraud, theft, and document forgery; sentenced to 15 months, served 5 months due to COVID-19 early release

He has also faced civil lawsuits, including a 2024 claim by the Leviev family over reputational damage.