9-year-old boy shot and killed in Compton

COMPTON, Calif. - An investigation is underway after a young boy was shot and killed in Compton, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.

The shooting happened on S. Haskins Avenue and Alondra Boulevard just after 7:30 p.m.

Family identified the boy as 9-year-old Princeton Nicholas Jones.

"Tragedy struck when Princeton was fatally shot in front of his grandfather’s home… this senseless act has left our family devastated," a GoFundMe page created for the family read.

Loved ones described Princeton as "a beacon of joy, lighting up every room he entered with his humor and infectious smile."

"He was adored by his friends, family, and community, who all cherished the incredible person he was becoming," the fundraiser page stated.

The circumstances surrounding the shooting were not immediately released, and a suspect description was not available.

The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information is asked to call police.