Florida Woman Denies Charges in Shooting at Rihanna’s LA Home

A 35-year-old Orlando woman has entered a not guilty plea to attempted murder charges after allegedly firing about 20 shots at pop star Rihanna's Beverly Hills mansion. Ivana Lisette Ortiz faces life in prison if convicted, with prosecutors saying the singer and her family were on the property during the shooting.

A Florida resident has denied charges of attempting to kill Grammy-winning artist Rihanna following allegations that she opened fire on the pop star’s Los Angeles residence earlier this month.

Ivana Lisette Ortiz, age 35, from Orlando, entered her not guilty plea during a Wednesday hearing at Los Angeles Superior Court.

The defendant faces serious charges including one count of attempted murder, ten felony charges for assault using a semiautomatic firearm, and three felony charges for discharging a weapon at an occupied residence.

A judge established bail at $1.875 million for Ortiz, who could receive a life sentence if found guilty on all charges.

According to prosecution allegations, Ortiz approached Rihanna’s Beverly Crest residence on a Sunday afternoon and discharged roughly 20 rounds from her weapon. The multi-platinum recording artist was present on the property along with her boyfriend A$AP Rocky and their three children, who were staying in a trailer at the time. Fortunately, no injuries occurred from the gunfire.

Deputy District Attorney Alexander Bott addressed the court, stating: “This is the kind of conduct that easily could have resulted in numerous homicides.”

Following the incident, Ortiz left the scene but law enforcement apprehended her shortly afterward in the Los Angeles area. Bott revealed that officers discovered her with a rifle and a wig intended as a disguise.

The targeted victim, known for hit songs including “We Found Love” and “Umbrella,” has earned nine Grammy Awards throughout her career.