Shooting near Rihanna’s home: Who is the alleged suspect Ivanna Ortiz and what police say so far

Authorities in Los Angeles have arrested a woman in connection with a shooting that targeted the residence of global pop star Rihanna. Investigators stated that the incident happened Sunday afternoon near the singer’s property in the Beverly Hills Post Office area, initiating a swift police response and an ongoing investigation.

Suspect identified by police

Police have found the suspect as 35-year-old Ivanna Lisette Ortiz. According to authorities, she was taken into custody shortly following the incident and later formally charged with offenses.


“Ivanna Ortiz, 35, has been booked for attempted murder in connection to the shooting at Rihanna's Los Angeles home Sunday, a spokesperson for the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) told Newsweek by phone Monday.”

Officials confirmed that Ortiz is currently being held in custody.

“Ortiz is being held on a $10.225 million bail, according to inmate records at the Los Angeles Jail.”

Police have not officially disclosed many specifics regarding the individual or any potential connection between Ortiz and the artist.

Investigators believe seven to nine rounds from an AR-15-style rifle were fired from a car with at least four striking the house. Photographs from the scene appear to show several bullet marks on the front gate of the property.

Fortunately, no injuries were reported after the incident.

Family Was Inside the Home

Police confirmed to NBC News in Los Angeles that Rihanna was inside the house at the time alongside her partner, rapper A$AP Rocky, and their three young children. Despite the gunfire hitting the property, all inside the home were unharmed.

FAQs:

Q1. What happened near Rihanna’s home?
A shooting incident occurred near the Los Angeles residence of Rihanna on Sunday afternoon. Police say several shots were fired toward the property.

Q2. Who is the suspect in the case?
Authorities identified the suspect as Ivanna Lisette Ortiz. She was arrested and booked on attempted murder charges.