The alleged suspect was confronted by the singer's neighbours after he was spotted lingering around her property, reports TMZ Online.
According to reports, neighbours saw the intruder snooping around and they apprehended him before he had a chance to enter the singer's home.
It is said that the suspect told police someone emailed him instructions of how to get into the pop star's home. The man is currently in custody and is being investigated for burglary.
Rihanna is currently in Hawaii celebrating her 25th birthday with boyfriend Chris Brown.