LOS ANGELES — Police in Los Angeles say a woman has been arrested after multiple gunshots were fired at the Beverly Hills home of pop star Rihanna. The singer was reportedly inside the property at the time, but no injuries were reported. (Reuters)
Authorities responded to reports of gunfire on Sunday afternoon at a residence in the Beverly Hills area of Los Angeles. According to law enforcement officials, a suspect fired several rounds toward the property from a vehicle parked across the street. (euronews)
Police said the suspect, a 30-year-old woman, was later detained after leaving the scene. Investigators are still working to determine the motive behind the shooting. (ABC7 Los Angeles)
Multiple shots fired at the property
Officials believe the woman fired around seven to ten shots from a rifle toward the home. Some bullets struck the exterior of the mansion and nearby objects, including vehicles parked outside. At least one round reportedly hit a wall of the house. (Reuters)
The incident happened around 1:15–1:21 p.m. local time, prompting a rapid response from the Los Angeles Police Department. Officers quickly located and detained the suspect after she drove away from the scene. (euronews)
Authorities confirmed that Rihanna was at home during the shooting, but she was not harmed. (Reuters)
Investigation continues
Police have not yet confirmed why the suspect targeted the property or whether the singer was specifically the intended target. Detectives from the LAPD are continuing to investigate the incident. (ABC7 Los Angeles)
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Rihanna, whose full name is Robyn Fenty, lives at the Los Angeles-area mansion with her partner, rapper A$AP Rocky, and their children. It is unclear whether other family members were present at the time of the shooting. (The Times)
The singer has not publicly commented on the incident.