A man was shot and killed Friday night in what law enforcement indicated may have been an act of self-defense.

Pierre O’Neal, 31, of Victorville was shot multiple times about 8:05 p.m. in the 15300 block of Foal Court. He was taken to Arrowhead Regional Medical Center in Colton where he was pronounced dead, according to a statement from the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department.

“Through investigation, detectives determined that Pierre O’Neal came to the location with a loaded handgun and began threatening to shoot several people that were in the garage area of the residence,” the sheriff’s statement said. “As the suspect was brandishing his weapon and making threats, a person inside the garage, fearing for his safety, shot O’Neal.”

Deputies responded to the scene after a resident reported hearing gunshots in the area.

No one was arrested. The Sheriff’s Department said they will send the case to the District Attorney’s Office who will decide whether to prosecute the shooter, who has not been identified.