The Breakfast Club – Breaking! Suspect Identified in Rihanna Shooting
Date: March 10, 2026
Hosts: The Black Effect Podcast Network & iHeartPodcasts
Main Contributor on this Episode: Lana Rosa
Episode Overview
This episode centers on the breaking news of a suspect being identified in the recent shooting at Rihanna’s home. Lana Rosa provides detailed updates on the incident, the identity of the alleged perpetrator, the investigation, and reactions from the public and authorities. The discussion also briefly explores the stress of busy lives, Mercury retrograde, and self-care before diving deep into the Rihanna case.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
Checking In: Starting the Day, Anxiety & Mindset
Timestamps: 02:28–05:56
- Lana Rosa shares her morning state: feeling anxious and out-of-sorts – attributing it initially to the loss of an hour (Daylight Saving Time).
- Reflects on the common tendency to attribute such feelings to Mercury retrograde but expresses skepticism about this explanation.
- “I feel like every time something happens in the world or something new or something changes, Black people always blame Mercury retrograde. And at this point, I’m starting to feel like Mercury retrograde is just God, waking up on the wrong side of the bed and being cranky.” (03:45)
- Emphasizes taking ownership of the day:
- “I’m going to own the day. I’m not going to let the day own me.” (05:40)
Breaking News: The Rihanna Home Shooting
Timestamps: 10:53–17:22
- Incident Recap: On Sunday afternoon, Rihanna’s home was allegedly shot at at least 10 times by a woman in her 30s. Rihanna was inside but uninjured.
- Suspect Identified:
- Name: Ivana Lisette Ortiz
- Age: 35 (DOB: June 2, 1990)
- Booked for attempted murder; bail set at $10 million
- Evidence and Details:
- 7 shell casings found in Ortiz’s car; uncertainty over total number of shots, as some hit neighbors’ homes.
- Ortiz was arrested minutes away from the scene.
- Lana confirms the suspect’s name and birthdate, but notes no official police-released mugshot at the time of broadcast.
- The case is an active LAPD Robbery Homicide investigation.
- “When I saw all of this… I’m like, this person had to have said something to police that made them believe this was planned, that there was intention, that this is not something that just, like, randomly happened, that Rihanna was literally actually targeted.” (12:32)
- Investigative Steps and Challenges:
- LAPD is tight-lipped about motive or additional evidence.
- Observes that posts and alleged old mugshots are circulating online but not confirmed by police.
- The DA must still officially okay the charges.
Internet & Social Media Reaction
Timestamps: 10:53–14:59
- Public Outrage:
- "The Internet is destroying my sister, the Internet is destroying her. People are pissed off." (10:59)
- Lana notes the powerful, sometimes overzealous, reaction by the online community.
- Social Media Sleuthing:
- Users have found disparaging online posts allegedly linked to Ortiz, targeting Rihanna and other celebrities.
- “Fans are digging up old videos and, you know, posts on Facebook, you know, different disparaging things toward Rihanna and Cardi B and, you know, Kim Kardashian and others…” (14:59)
- Concerns About Mental Health:
- Possibility that Ortiz may be in a mental health crisis, with the internet linking her social media footprint to her state of mind and intent.
- "If this woman is a person that is dealing with, you know, a mental health crisis… it’s just so sad because someone could have died all because of something that is not even real in this person’s head." (15:30)
Legal Perspective & Next Steps
Timestamps: 12:32–16:25
- Police booking vs. Prosecutorial Charges:
- Police have booked Ortiz on attempted murder, but final charges rest with the LAPD and the DA after their investigation.
- The use of the Robbery Homicide division suggests seriousness and potential premeditation.
- “There had to have found something that places a very clear intention to harm Rihanna in a very specific way.” (16:12)
- Noted that bail is exceptionally high for such an incident ($10 million), indicating authorities may want to set a precedent.
Sign Off
Timestamps: 16:55–17:22
- Lana Rosa’s Conclusion:
- Promises further updates as more facts emerge.
- Expresses gratitude to listeners:
- "Y'all could be anywhere with anybody talking about all of these things. But y'all choose to to be right here with me, my low riders. I appreciate y'all…" (17:15)
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- "I’m not starting my day like this. I am not letting the day own me like this." – Lana Rosa (03:30)
- “Who just has $10 million? Even if you did a percentage of that, who has that just laying around, right?” – Lana Rosa (12:05)
- “If this woman is a person that is dealing with, you know, a mental health crisis of some sort… it’s just so sad because someone could have died all because of something that is not even real in this person’s head.” – Lana Rosa (15:30)
- “Police are going to make an example out of this woman because of how high profile this is.” – Lana Rosa (15:20)
Important Segment Timestamps
- 02:28–05:56: Lana Rosa’s reflections on stress, time change, and controlling your day.
- 10:53–14:59: First detailed report on the Rihanna shooting, suspect info, and reaction.
- 14:59–16:30: Deeper analysis of investigation, mental health concerns, and forthcoming legal proceedings.
Tone & Language
- Conversational, relatable, and occasionally humorous (especially in the opening monologue about Mercury retrograde and managing anxiety).
- Empathetic and serious when addressing the shooting, both the risk posed to Rihanna and the complexity around the suspect’s possible mental health.
- Direct and unflinching when conveying both outrage and procedural facts.
This episode serves as an in-depth update and analytical take on the Rihanna shooting story, blending breaking details with broader reflections on how high-profile crimes play out in the age of social media. Lana Rosa’s coverage is thorough yet human, with an eye to both factual reporting and the emotional undertones of such an event.