According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, deputies with the Lancaster Sheriff's Station spotted the suspect in the 44500 block of Sierra Highway just before 9 a.m.
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He's linked to several armed robberies, according to investigators.
"As deputy personnel attempted to detain the suspect, he produced a firearm and a deputy-involved shooting occurred," read a news release issued by the sheriff's department.
The suspect - who has not yet been identified - was rushed to the hospital where he's currently being treated. His condition is unknown.
No deputies were injured.
The sheriff's department said investigators recovered a firearm from the scene.
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The incident remains under investigation.
Meanwhile, anyone with information is urged to contact the L.A. County Sheriff's Department's Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500.