Shots Fired at Rihanna's Beverly Hills Home, Woman Arrested

Police say more than half a dozen shots were fired toward the singer's residence, but no one was hurt.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Los Angeles police were called to an incident of shots being fired toward Rihanna's Beverly Hills home on March 8. Police said more than half a dozen shots were fired toward the singer's home, but none hit the residence. A 30-year-old woman was taken into custody about 30 minutes after the shooting happened.

Why it matters

This is not the first time one of Rihanna's homes has been targeted. In 2018, a man broke into her Hollywood Hills home and spent 12 hours inside. The incident raises concerns about the security and safety of high-profile celebrities and their homes.

The details

Police said bullet holes were found in the property's gate and an RV parked in the driveway. People were inside the home at the time, including Rihanna, but no one was hurt. The alleged shooter then drove off, but police used a helicopter to track the person's car. When police searched the car, they said they found an assault rifle and seven casings.

  • The incident happened at 1:20 p.m. PT on March 8.

The players

Rihanna

A world-renowned singer and songwriter.

Los Angeles Police Department

The law enforcement agency that responded to the incident and made an arrest.

30-year-old woman

The suspect who was taken into custody about 30 minutes after the shooting.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in Los Angeles.”

— Robert Jenkins, Los Angeles resident (Los Angeles Times)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow the 30-year-old woman out on bail.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing security concerns and risks that high-profile celebrities face, even in their own homes. It underscores the need for enhanced security measures and stricter laws to protect public figures from such acts of violence.