Woman Charged for Shooting at Rihanna's Home

Ivanna Lisette Ortiz faces 14 felony charges, including attempted murder

Mar. 11, 2026 at 4:55am

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A 35-year-old Florida woman named Ivanna Lisette Ortiz has been charged with one count of attempted murder and 10 counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm for allegedly firing gunshots at Rihanna's home in Beverly Hills, California on Sunday afternoon. No one was injured in the incident and it's unclear if Rihanna was home at the time.

Why it matters

This incident raises concerns about the security and safety of high-profile celebrities, especially in their own homes. It also highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in protecting public figures from potential threats.

The details

According to the district attorney's office, Ortiz was charged with a total of 14 felony offenses for the shooting incident outside Rihanna's gated home in Beverly Hills. The charges include one count of attempted murder and 10 counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm.

  • The shooting occurred on Sunday afternoon outside Rihanna's home in Beverly Hills.
  • Ortiz was charged with the 14 felony offenses on Tuesday.

The players

Ivanna Lisette Ortiz

A 35-year-old Florida woman who has been charged with 14 felony offenses, including attempted murder and assault with a semiautomatic firearm, for allegedly firing gunshots at Rihanna's home in Beverly Hills.

Rihanna

A Grammy award-winning musical artist whose home in Beverly Hills was the target of the alleged shooting incident.

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What’s next

The judge will decide on Ortiz's bail status at a hearing later this week.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for heightened security measures to protect high-profile celebrities, especially in their private residences, and the importance of swift law enforcement action to address potential threats to public safety.