The woman accused of carrying out an armed attack at singer Rihanna’s home in California could face life in prison if convicted.
Ivana Lisette Ortiz has been charged with attempted murder, 10 counts of assault with a firearm, and three counts of shooting at an inhabited dwelling or occupied mobile home, according to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office.
If convicted, Ortiz could face a sentence of up to life in prison.
Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman described shootings at homes as serious and violent crimes, stressing that everyone should feel safe in and around their own home.
Ortiz, who is from Orlando, Florida, has pleaded not guilty to the charges. Her bail was set at $2.65 million, and her next court hearing is scheduled for October 29.
The incident took place on the afternoon of March 8. Ortiz allegedly drove to Rihanna’s home in Southern California and fired multiple rounds from an assault rifle.
At the time of the incident, Rihanna, 38, was reportedly in a trailer in the backyard of the property with her partner, A$AP Rocky. The couple’s three children were in their bedroom, while other people were also inside the home.
According to information made public in connection with the case, Ortiz had allegedly posted videos on social media before the shooting in which she spoke aggressively about Rihanna and displayed an apparent fixation on the singer.
