Who is Ombeline Cahn? Model alleges tech boss ex David Lipa threatened to kill her with 41-inch sword while drunk

David Lipa allegedly came home drunk and began to 'verbally abuse' Ombeline Cahn, before hitting her in the face and ear
PUBLISHED JUL 23, 2023
Ombeline Cahn has sued David Lipa over claims he threatened to kill her and her dog with a 41-inch sword (ombelineo/Instagram, Andy Kropa/Getty Images)
Ombeline Cahn has sued David Lipa over claims he threatened to kill her and her dog with a 41-inch sword (ombelineo/Instagram, Andy Kropa/Getty Images)

MANHATTAN, NEW YORK: Manhattan model Ombeline Cahn has filed a lawsuit against her ex-boyfriend and tech CEO David Lipa after a disturbing incident in their East Village apartment. According to the NY Post, Cahn claimed that Lipa, who was allegedly very drunk at the time, threatened to kill her and her dog using a 41-inch sword that he had hanging on the wall.

The lawsuit states that Lipa, under the influence of alcohol, began verbally abusing Cahn, 26, before physically assaulting her by hitting her in the face and ear. The situation escalated further when he retrieved the sword and positioned it menacingly over her chest, intensifying his threats toward both her and her pet. The alarming incident prompted Cahn to seek legal recourse. Meanwhile, Lipa has reportedly refused to allow Cahn back into their shared $1.1 million apartment. 

Who is Ombeline Cahn?

Ombeline le Mire-Cahn is a talented model and a versatile artist with a strong background in graphic design and traditional illustration. She possesses diverse skills that span across contemporary, motion, and storyboarding techniques, as well as comic book art. With a European and international educational background, Cahn brings a unique perspective to her work. As the founder of AiFix.io, she has showcased her expertise as a graphic designer and illustrator, delivering creative solutions to various projects. In addition, Cahn serves as a comic book colorist at Rush To The Front LLC, where she continues to showcase her artistic flair.


 
 
 
 
 
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Her passion for art extends to the digital realm, where she has become a prominent NFT artist, exploring new avenues and opportunities for her creative expression. In her role as the Lead Artist at The ReVerse, Ombeline has demonstrated her leadership skills, guiding and inspiring a team of artists. Cahn's artistic journey has included collaborations with renowned companies like BANDAI NAMCO Mobile and TBWA Paris, where she has contributed as a spokesperson and artist assistant, respectively. She pursued her academic interests in graphic design at the University of Westminster, where she excelled with a 2:1 grade and an impressive 3.7 GPA. Prior to that, she honed her skills at Bishop's Stortford College.


 
 
 
 
 
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David Lipa faces serious charges

Lipa was taken into custody by the authorities and now faces charges of menacing and criminal possession of a weapon. Lipa, who is a co-founder of the virtual document storage company Lightserve, also refused to allow Cahn back into their home. "When she was finally able to re-enter, with the assistance of the police, she saw that Mr Lipa had stabbed and destroyed her clothing," her lawyer Nonna Shikh said in a statement.  

Cahn and Lipa started dating in April 2022 and decided to move in together just four months later. According to Cahn, Lipa's behavior was concerning as he would frequently consume alcohol and use Adderall, leading up to the unsettling incidents that occurred during their time together. Lipa is accused of physically assaulting her by slapping her in the face on two separate occasions, once in November and at other unspecified times. Additionally, Cahn alleges that Lipa made threatening remarks, stating his intentions to harm both her and her dog, Sega, by dangling the pet out of a window. The lawsuit seeks unspecified damages as a result of the distressing incidents Cahn endured during their relationship. 

"Ms Cahn is in complete emotional distress and physical pain from the actions of Mr Lipa," the attorney added. However, an attorney for Lipa said, "Mr Lipa graciously financed Ms Cahn’s lifestyle until the relationship came to an end. These false allegations are nothing more than a shakedown and we are confident [they] will be ultimately dismissed."

Emma Hall and David Lipa attend The Sculpture Factory: Public Art Fund's 2011 Spring Benefit>> at Skylight Studio on April 14, 2011 in New York City.
David Lipa (R) (Andy Kropa/Getty Images)

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