Judge Finds Ivanna Ortiz Competent to Stand Trial

A Los Angeles judge found Ivanna Ortiz competent to stand trial Tuesday, September 29, restoring criminal proceedings in the case over the March 8 shooting at Rihanna’s home. Ortiz has pleaded not guilty to charges related to the incident, and the allegations have not been adjudicated. Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Maria Cavalluzzi announced the ruling after psychiatric evaluations. The finding means the court determined Ortiz can understand the proceedings and assist in her defense; it does not determine whether she committed the alleged crimes. The case had been paused while her competency was evaluated and handled through mental health court. Ortiz, 36, was scheduled to appear in court Wednesday, September 30, after the ruling. Reports did not establish the purpose or outcome of that appearance, or whether prosecutors would pursue an indictment-related proceeding. The immediate next steps in the criminal case therefore remained unclear. Prosecutors allege Ortiz fired at least about 20 rounds toward occupied homes on March 8, including Rihanna’s property in Los Angeles.