Ivanna Lisette Ortiz, the woman accused of attempting to murder Rihanna by shooting at her home, has been stripped of her license to practice speech-language pathology. This decision was made official through new legal documents, which also prohibit Ortiz from approaching Rihanna or her family. Ortiz's bail remains set at $1,875,000, a significant amount that reflects the severity of the charges against her.
The charges against Ortiz are numerous, totaling 14 counts, including attempted murder, assault with a semiautomatic firearm, and shooting at an inhabited dwelling. Ortiz has pleaded not guilty to all charges, despite the overwhelming evidence against her. The board responsible for overseeing speech-language pathologists in California had previously requested that the court revoke Ortiz's license, citing the seriousness of her alleged crimes.
Ortiz's actions have sparked widespread concern, not only due to the severity of the charges but also the potential harm she could have caused to Rihanna and her family. The fact that Ortiz was a licensed speech-language pathologist has raised questions about the screening process for professionals in this field.
The case against Ortiz is ongoing, with the court continuing to weigh the evidence against her. As the trial progresses, it will be interesting to see how the court ultimately rules on Ortiz's guilt or innocence.
