Rihanna Attempted Murder Case: Defendant's Competency Evaluation Pauses Prosecution
A woman accused of attempting to murder Rihanna and facing multiple felony charges had her prosecution paused by a judge. The case was transferred to a mental health court to assess her competency to stand trial. The defendant, Ivanna Lisette Ortiz, pleaded not guilty to firing shots at Rihanna's home. The judge ordered psychiatric evaluations to determine if Ortiz can understand the legal proceedings and assist in her defense. If found incompetent, she could be held in a state hospital until fit to face the charges. Ortiz is set to appear in court on June 2 with a bail set at nearly $2 million. The shooting incident, where no one was injured, is still under investigation, with authorities examining the suspect's social media presence for clues. Ortiz, a licensed speech pathologist with no prior criminal record, faces multiple charges, including attempted murder. Rihanna, a Grammy Award-winning artist, has had numerous chart-topping hits.