Tragic Shooting in Lancaster as Deputy Responds to Domestic Violence Call LANCASTER, Calif. — A domestic violence call took a tragic turn on Monday in Lancaster when a deputy responding to the scene fatally shot a woman who was armed with a kitchen knife. The incident occurred on the 2100 block of East Avenue J-8, where authorities were dispatched regarding a disturbance. Upon arriving at the scene, deputies witnessed an altercation between a man and a woman, with the woman brandishing a large kitchen knife. According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, the woman was making verbal threats to use the knife to harm the man. As the woman approached the man with the knife, a deputy-involved shooting occurred, resulting in her sustaining fatal injuries. The sheriff’s department clarified that only one deputy was involved in the shooting, and a knife was recovered at the scene. The deceased suspect is described as a Black woman between the ages of 20 and 30. Following the shooting, she was transported to a local hospital, where she succumbed to her injuries. Fortunately, no deputies were harmed during the incident. Domestic violence situations can escalate quickly and pose significant risks to all parties involved. It is a tragic reminder of the importance of addressing and preventing domestic violence in our communities. If you or anyone you know is experiencing domestic violence, it is crucial to seek help from local law enforcement or organizations specializing in domestic violence support. (Tag: Personal Injury Law) (Image: Police tape at a crime scene)