Fireworks explosion in South Los Angeles kills 17 year old

A 17-year-old boy died following a Wednesday night fireworks explosion in South Los Angeles, according to police.

Officers responded to a call of a man on fire on the 400 block of E. 84th Place after learning of the explosion around 9:30 p.m., Los Angeles police told CBS LA. The teen's parents called 911, and he was taken to a hospital after suffering a fireworks injury, but later died.

The teenager has not yet been identified, and it is unclear whether there were any other injuries associated with the incident.

The Los Angeles Police Department said the initial investigation revealed that someone was allegedly "manipulating pyrotechnic materials when they exploded."

"I think it's sad and tragic," neighbor Ajay Atkins said. "My prayers go out to him and his family."

The LAPD Bomb Squad, Hazardous Materials Unit, and Detectives from Major Crimes Division were called to assist at the scene, and investigators say it appears homemade fireworks are involved.

Officials seized a large amount of illegal pyrotechnic devices and transported them to a safe storage location.

Neighbors said they hear illegal fireworks nearly every week.

Anyone who may have any information is urged to contact Major Crimes Division Detective Allen at 213-486-7260.