A Merced County Sheriff Deputy was shot in Livingston early Wednesday morning, authorities say.

The incident unfolded when a Merced County Sheriff’s Deputy responded to a disturbance call at a home on Yamato Road in rural Livingston. The deputy was shot when he was in his car, according to authorities.

The deputy sustained only minor injuries and was taken to a local hospital, according to authorities. He is expected to be fine.

 

 

Merced County Sheriff’s deputies are currently investigating the incident.

No further information is provided at this time.