A 15-year-old boy died after a disturbance at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, on Memorial Day. Police responded to a report of a large crowd and a shooting at around 10:42 p.m. When they arrived, they found the teen unresponsive. Despite life-saving efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Initially, the incident was reported as a shooting, but authorities later clarified that no gunshot wounds were found on the victim. The Horry County Coroner’s Office is investigating the cause of death.
Several other disturbances were reported in the area that night, requiring additional law enforcement support from neighboring agencies. Police reported numerous arrests and the seizure of firearms. A curfew was implemented in response to the chaos, aiming to maintain order and public safety.
Myrtle Beach officials are working to understand the events leading up to the teen’s death and the broader disturbances. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities seeking information from witnesses and analyzing evidence to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the incident. The city is grappling with questions about public safety and potential measures to prevent similar events in the future.
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