Deputies investigating homicide in Encinitas

ENCINITAS (CNS) – A man was fatally shot at an Encinitas home Thursday.

The death was discovered on the 2900 block of Lone Jack Road, near Little Oaks Park, shortly after 9 a.m., according to sheriff's officials.

The victim, who reportedly suffered a gunshot to the head, died at the scene.

That man's name has yet to be released.  

As of late morning, deputies had several people in custody for questioning, Lt. Mike Munsey said.

It was unclear if the detainees were considered suspects or witnesses, according to Munsey.