Rihanna Shooting Suspect Pleads Not Guilty to Attempted Murder
A Florida woman accused of shooting at the Beverly Hills home of singer Rihanna and A$AP Rocky has pleaded not guilty to charges of attempted murder and multiple counts of assault. Ivanna Lisette Ortiz, 35, entered the plea in Los Angeles Superior Court on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, according to reports from the Associated Press and Fox LA.
Details of the Charges
Ortiz faces one count of attempted murder involving Rihanna, whose legal name is Robyn Fenty, along with 10 counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm, two counts of shooting at an inhabited dwelling, and one count of shooting at an inhabited vehicle . Prosecutors allege she fired approximately 20 rounds at the residence on March 8, 2026, in an area where Rihanna, A$AP Rocky, their children, and Monica Braithwaite were present .
The Incident and Investigation
The shooting occurred at the couple’s home in the Beverly Crest neighborhood of Los Angeles. Ortiz allegedly drove to the property in a white Tesla and opened fire using an AR-15-style rifle . No injuries were reported, but bullet holes were found on the property’s front gate.
Following her arrest, Ortiz was found in possession of a rifle, ammunition, and a disguise . Investigators are examining her social media posts for potential motives.
Background on the Suspect
Ivanna Lisette Ortiz is a resident of Orlando, Florida. She has a prior arrest record in Florida, including arrests for careless driving in 2021 and domestic violence and battery in 2023 . She was also involved in a bankruptcy case in 2013.
Legal Status and Next Steps
Ortiz is currently being held on $1.875 million bail and has been ordered not to contact Rihanna . She is scheduled to return to court on April 8, 2026, for a preliminary hearing date to be set .
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