Accused Rihanna shooter’s attempted murder case takes bizarre turn as lawyer requests mental-health check
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Key Points:
- Ivanna Ortiz, accused of firing a high-powered rifle at Rihanna’s Beverly Hills mansion, was ruled competent to stand trial on attempted murder and other felony charges during a Los Angeles court hearing.
- Ortiz, who pleaded not guilty, was ordered to begin a preliminary hearing on May 19 after a judge found no substantial evidence of incompetency despite a defense request for additional mental health evaluation.
- Prosecutors revealed that Ortiz fired 20 rounds toward the home while Rihanna, A$AP Rocky, their children, Rihanna’s mother, and staff were inside, and that Ortiz was found with ammunition, a disguise, and was caught on camera planning the attack.
- Ortiz allegedly drove from Florida to carry out the attack and posted disturbing videos online expressing obsession and bizarre motives against Rihanna, whom she accused of stealing from her and being a "witch."
- Charges against Ortiz include attempted murder, multiple counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm, and shooting into an inhabited dwelling, with bond reduced to $1.875 million and a protective order in place for the victims.