The shooting occurred at the block of Jepson Court in Hemet after deputies received reports of an altercation between relatives. Deputies were trying to make contact with the man when he fired at them from inside the home with an assault rifle, according to the statement.
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The suspect was taken to a nearby hospital, where he died. His identity is being withheld until family is notified. Deputies found the injured woman inside the home after the shooting. She was treated for non-life-threatening injuries at the scene, according to the department. No deputies were injured.
Officials said a deputy involved in the shooting was placed on paid administrative leave, according to department policy. The most important California stories and recommendations in your inbox every morning. You may occasionally receive promotional content from the Los Angeles Times.
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