Woman Accused of Attempting to Murder Rihanna to Face Mental Health Competency Test
Ivanna Ortiz, accused of attempting to murder Rihanna, will undergo a mental health evaluation after a judge paused the proceedings. The evaluation is intended to determine her competency to stand trial for firing shots at Rihanna's home. If found incompetent, Ortiz could be held in a state hospital until she is able to face the charges.
- ▪Ivanna Ortiz is accused of firing 20 shots from an AR-15-like rifle at Rihanna's Los Angeles home.
- ▪The judge ordered a mental health evaluation after doubts were raised about Ortiz's mental competence.
- ▪If found incompetent, Ortiz could be held indefinitely in a state hospital.
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