Rihanna’s Beverly Hills Home Targeted in Shooting; Suspect Arrested

Pop star Rihanna’s Beverly Hills home was the target of a shooting on Sunday, March 8, 2026, resulting in the arrest of a 30-year-old woman, according to the Los Angeles Police Department [1], [2] and [3].

Details of the Incident

Police responded to reports of shots fired at the residence around 1:15 p.m. Local time. Upon arrival, officers located and apprehended the suspect without further incident [1]. The suspect reportedly fired approximately seven to ten gunshots from her vehicle, a white Tesla, before fleeing the scene [1], [2].

The Tesla was later located at the Sherman Oaks Galleria shopping center, where the suspect was taken into custody [1]. Authorities recovered an assault rifle and seven casings at the scene [1], [2].

A law enforcement source confirmed to The Los Angeles Times that Rihanna was home at the time of the shooting [2] and that at least one bullet penetrated a wall of the mansion [2]. Sources also indicated that multiple rounds hit the exterior of the home and a vehicle parked in front [3].

Investigation and Motive

No injuries were reported in the incident [1], [2], [3]. The motive for the shooting remains under investigation, and the suspect’s identity has not been publicly released [1].

Investigators are working to determine if the suspect specifically targeted Rihanna’s residence [3].

Rihanna’s Background

Rihanna, whose full name is Robyn Rihanna Fenty, gained fame in the early 2000s with hits like “Pon de Replay” and “Umbrella” [1]. She has since expanded her career into a successful business empire encompassing cosmetics, fashion, and lingerie under the Fenty brand [1]. Rihanna shares three children with rapper A$AP Rocky [1], [3].