Rihanna Targeted: Suspect Demands Husband Renounce Her in Emailed Threat

The suspect accused of shooting at Rihanna's home is now linked to an email sent weeks before the incident, prompting new questions about the events leading up to the shooting. The message mentioned Rihanna and demanded a declaration from the suspect's estranged husband.

Email Message Before Shooting

Court documents regarding the Rihanna home shooting allege that Ivanna Lisette Ortiz contacted her estranged husband, Jed Valdez Sangalang, with a message on January 26 about Rihanna. The email instructed him to denounce Rihanna and make a statement declaring Ortiz superior.

Sangalang used this message as part of his request for full custody of their child, explaining in court that he learned of the shooting through calls and emails asking for information.

Impact on Family

After the incident, Sangalang attempted to shield their child from the news but explained it when another student at school mentioned it. Ortiz has been charged with attempted murder and assault following claims multiple shots were fired at the home while Rihanna, her mother, and children were inside.

Legal Proceedings

Ortiz had previously been on a psychiatric hold in Florida. The case related to the shooting at Rihanna's residence is ongoing in court.

Sources indicate that A$AP Rocky was not present during the incident, though his family was at home.