Investigation underway after deputy shoots, kills suspect in Carson

CARSON, Calif. (KABC) -- One person was shot and killed by a deputy in Carson Monday morning, authorities confirmed.

The shooting happened just before 2:30 a.m. on Central Avenue near the 91 Freeway, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.

It's not clear what led up to the shooting, but a person that authorities described as a suspect was pronounced dead at the scene. No deputies were injured in the incident.

DEVELOPING: We will add more details to this report as they become available.