Rihanna Shooting: Florida Woman Charged with Attempted Murder

A Florida woman has been charged with attempted murder and multiple felony offenses following a shooting at the Los Angeles home of singer Rihanna on Sunday afternoon. Ivanna Lisette Ortiz, 35, faces 14 felony counts, including attempted murder and assault with a semi-automatic firearm.

Details of the Incident and Charges

According to Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman, Ortiz is charged with one count of attempted murder, 10 counts of assault with a semi-automatic firearm, and three counts of shooting at an inhabited dwelling or camper [CBS News]. The shooting occurred whereas Rihanna and her partner, A$AP Rocky, were inside a camper on their property.

Hochman stated that the gunfire struck Rihanna’s home, the camper, and a nearby residence [CBS News]. Ten people were present on the property at the time of the shooting, including Rihanna, A$AP Rocky, their three children, three household staff members, and two residents of the neighboring home [NBC News].

If convicted as charged, Ortiz could face a maximum sentence of life in state prison [CBS News].

Investigation and Arrest

Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) officers responded to reports of a shooting in the Beverly Crest neighborhood around 1:15 p.m. On Sunday [CBS News]. Investigators believe Ortiz drove from Florida to Los Angeles, though the duration of her stay in the area remains unclear. Police allege she fired seven gunshots before fleeing the scene [CBS News].

Authorities were able to locate Ortiz with the help of a witness description, automated license plate readers, and an LAPD helicopter [CBS News].

Court Appearance and Bail

Ortiz’s arraignment was initially postponed to March 25, and her bail was set at $1.875 million [CBS News]. A judge issued a protective order prohibiting Ortiz from contacting Rihanna (Robin Fenty) and A$AP Rocky (Rakim Mayers) and from possessing firearms or ammunition [NBC News].

Motive Under Investigation

The motive behind the shooting remains under investigation. District Attorney Hochman indicated that law enforcement is examining social media activity and other evidence to understand Ortiz’s motivations [CBS News].

Public records indicate Ortiz is a licensed speech pathologist with over a decade of experience, with her most recent address listed in Orlando, Florida [NBC News].