Authorities are investigating a deputy-involved shooting in Twentynine Palms Tuesday afternoon. Deputies were called to the 5500 block of Mariposa Avenue about 3:30 p.m. for a neighborhood disturbance. Neighbors told Z107.7 News that the suspect was shooting a BB gun at the neighbors, who called for help. When deputies arrived, the suspect allegedly shot at them, who returned fire. Neither the resident nor the deputy were injured, and the suspect was then taken into custody. Homicide detectives have taken over the investigation. Z107.7 News will have more information when it becomes available.
