A man was fatally shot early Wednesday on a street in Los Angeles, an event that has triggered a homicide investigation by local authorities. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department confirmed that the shooting occurred on the 9100 block of Compton Avenue.

Reported shortly before 2:00 A.M., the male victim, whose identity has not yet been released, was transported to a hospital and pronounced dead, according to a statement released by the Sheriff's Information Bureau. The quiet of the night was shattered by the incident that now finds detectives combing through the scant evidence to piece together what led to the man's death.

As of now, details about the suspect or suspects remain unconfirmed, with law enforcement officials asking the public to step forward with any potentially helpful information. Lieutenant Modica of the Homicide Bureau is overseeing the investigation into the shooting death.

The sheriff’s department urges anyone who might know something to contact the Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500. Witnesses looking to remain anonymous can relay information through "Crime Stoppers" by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477) or by utilizing the options provided through their smartphone apps or website, as outlined in the Sheriff’s statement.

The Sheriff’s Office has not released any additional information as the investigation continues to unfold.