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90 Day Fiancé, a reality show about international couples seeking K-1 visas, continues its successful run on TLC in 2024. One of its most notable former cast members, Larissa Dos Santos Lima, made headlines in September 2020 when TLC terminated her contract after her $100,000 CamSoda performance.
The Brazilian reality star's story began in 2018 when she appeared in season 6, marrying Las Vegas resident Colt Johnson after a five-day meeting in Mexico. Their seven-month marriage included three domestic violence arrests, and multiple court appearances, and concluded with deportation concerns.
The incidents started five days before their wedding, spanned through fall 2018, and culminated in January 2019. The 90 Day Fiancé departure from the franchise occurred through a phone call from TLC, immediately followed by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention in Las Vegas.
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90 Day Fiancé's Larissa Lima faced multiple arrests before her 2020 departure
First domestic violence incident (June 2018)
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department arrested 90 Day Fiancé's star Larissa on June 19, 2018, five days before her scheduled wedding with Colt Johnson. Court documents revealed she spent the night at Clark County Detention Center, with release occurring on June 20. "The police arrested me for domestic battery," Larissa wrote on social media after her release.
The arrest stemmed from a heated argument during wedding preparations, with Debbie maintaining control over the couple's finances. The district attorney's office later dismissed all charges, allowing the couple to proceed with their June 24 wedding ceremony.
Second domestic violence incident (November 2018)
The second incident unfolded when 90 Day Fiancé altered her Instagram profile name to "helpmeimwithoutphone" during an argument. Her social media posts included an emergency message with her phone number, stating Colt had restricted her communication access.
In police statements, Colt confirmed disabling her phone service after she posted claims about his interactions with other women on social media. Larissa barricaded herself in the bathroom, sharing images of property damage throughout their home. Police reports documented a knocked-over shelf and scattered items. A fan alerted authorities after seeing her distress signals online.
When officers arrived, they heard shouting from inside the residence. Initial contact with the couple led to Colt being handcuffed. However, after observing physical marks on Colt and considering Larissa's previous arrest, officers identified her as the primary aggressor.
The arrest resulted in charges of battery and a domestic violence misdemeanor. An October 2 trial concluded with case rejection, clearing Larissa of these charges.
Third domestic violence incident (January 2019)
The final incident occurred when the 90 Day Fiancé star posted photos displaying facial injuries with a caption stating "Colt called the cops on me we argue." Video footage she shared included statements about possible deportation and claims of acting in self-defense.
"I just scratched him because he was hurting me," she explained in her social media updates, per PEOPLE magazine. The argument started after Larissa discovered a receipt for adult content Colt purchased from ManyVids website.
Police made two visits to the residence that night. The first response team left because Colt was absent. Upon their return, officers examined both parties' injuries. They determined Larissa's scratches did not come from Colt based on his bitten fingernails.
Officers arrested her for domestic abuse, considering her previous cases. The court set bail at $3,000.
Legal aftermath and resolution
A friend paid Larissa's bail, providing temporary housing away from Colt and Debbie's residence. Larissa required three different attorneys to handle her cases. She sought representation for criminal charges, divorce proceedings, and immigration matters.
90 Day Fiancé star’s attempts to raise legal fees through GoFundMe failed when the platform removed her campaign. She then turned to direct payment methods through Venmo and Zelle.
The court ordered Larissa to pay $345 and complete 48 hours of community service. Colt filed divorce papers within days of the January incident, ending their seven-month marriage.
During an Entertainment Tonight interview, Colt revealed his final words to Larissa were "good luck" at their trial. In 2020, immigration authorities detained Larissa in Las Vegas while she prepared to move to Colorado Springs with her new boyfriend, Eric Nichols. Her legal team resolved the matter, securing her release from ICE custody.
Fans can watch 90 Day Fiancé on the TLC network.
