Myrtle Beach Shooting Leaves One Dead, Eleven Injured
Myrtle Beach, SC – A chaotic shooting incident just before midnight on Saturday has left one person dead and eleven others injured in a South Carolina beach community. According to the Myrtle Beach Police Department, the incident unfolded on North Ocean Boulevard when officers witnessed a disturbance leading to gunfire.
The suspected gunman, identified as 18-year-old Jerrius Davis from Bennettsville, was shot by police in response to the immediate threat and later succumbed to his injuries at the hospital. Fortunately, the responding officer was unharmed.
The eleven victims were treated for their injuries, though details regarding the severity of their conditions have not been disclosed. The police department expressed their condolences on social media, stating, "Our hearts and continued prayers are with all those affected, as well as their loved ones during this difficult time."
An investigation is ongoing, with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division taking the lead. Community members remain shaken by the event, underscoring the ongoing challenges surrounding gun violence in public spaces.
As authorities continue their inquiry, residents are left grappling with the aftermath of this tragic occurrence.
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