Arthur Kaliyev (Credit: Getty Images) Arthur Kaliyev, forward for the Ottawa Senators, has been linked to several controversies over his career. Now, a new allegation has brought him back under public scrutiny. Instagram model Lauren Mochen has accused the 23-year-old of scamming her and her family out of a large sum of money.
Arthur Kaliyev accused of $50,000 financial scam
According to Mochen, Kaliyev deceived her for over a period of three years. She alleged that he told her his family was stealing his earnings, leading her to believe he was in financial distress. In reality, she claimed the forward was gambling heavily and using the money she provided to cover losses.Mochen estimated that she and her family gave him around $50,000 during that time. She added that all of it was lost through gambling. The allegations suggest that she received repeated requests for money, which she claims were made under pretenses.This is not the first time questions have been raised about Kaliyev. His name has often been tied to controversy since his junior hockey days, including confusion surrounding his birth year and birthplace before the 2019 NHL Draft.
Instagram model Lauren Mochen details allegations online
Mochen made her claims public through TikTok, releasing a 33-part video series. She explained how the situation had unfolded over three years and how she and her family had been misled. The model said Kaliyev’s story about his family taking his money convinced her to step in with financial help.She accused him of creating a false narrative to maintain support. Mochen also alleged that gambling was at the center of his troubles, with all the money eventually disappearing into losses.Her videos have gained traction on social media, with many viewers reacting to the claims, and some sympathized with her. While others questioned the circumstances that led to such a large financial loss.
Ottawa Senators forward remains silent on controversy
As of now, neither Kaliyev nor the Ottawa Senators has commented on the allegations. The claims have sparked debate among fans, especially given the player’s history of controversy dating back to his time in the Ontario Hockey League.For now, the story remains centered on Mochen’s account and the videos she released, with no official statement from Kaliyev, the allegations continue to circulate widely online.Also Read: Top five highest paid NHL players 2025–26 season