News Summary
A shooting at a boat dock in Little River, South Carolina, has led to 11 individuals being hospitalized. The incident occurred near Watson Avenue and drew significant emergency response. Authorities assure the public there is no ongoing threat, yet details about potential suspects remain undisclosed. Witnesses reported a strong police presence and chaos at the scene. An officer responding to the incident accidentally shot himself but is in stable condition. The investigation is ongoing, and local residents are concerned about gun violence in their community.
Little River, South Carolina — A shooting at a boat dock in Little River on Sunday night has left at least 11 people hospitalized. The violent incident occurred around 9:30 PM near Watson Avenue, approximately 20 miles northeast of Myrtle Beach, drawing significant attention and emergency response from law enforcement and medical teams.
At least 11 individuals were transported to local hospitals, while additional victims are reported to have sought medical attention through private vehicles after the shooting. Authorities have not disclosed the conditions of those injured nor provided details on how they sustained their injuries during the incident.
In the immediate aftermath, Horry County Police characterized the shooting as an isolated incident, assuring the public that there was no ongoing threat to the community about 90 minutes following the event. Despite this assurance, police have yet to release any information regarding potential suspects or motives connected to the shooting, raising concerns among local residents.
Video footage from the scene captured a large-scale emergency response, with multiple police vehicles and ambulances arriving to assist. Witnesses reported seeing an extensive police presence, with at least 50 officers on-site as the investigation unfolded. The area around the marina and docks has been closed off as investigators continue to probe the circumstances surrounding the incident.
In a separate event linked to the chaos, a North Myrtle Beach police officer accidentally shot himself in the leg while responding to the shooting. Fortunately, the officer is reported to be in stable condition and is receiving medical care.
The docks at which the incident transpired, as well as the nearby Hurricane II party boat, are currently closed to the public as law enforcement conducts its investigation. Neighbors in the area reported initially mistaking the sound of gunfire for fireworks, only to realize the gravity of the situation as emergency responders arrived.
As of now, no arrests have been made, and the investigation remains ongoing. Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the shooting to come forward and assist in their efforts to bring clarity to the situation.
This tragic event has unsettled the local community, and residents are left processing the implications of gun violence in their area. As investigations continue, the focus remains on the wellbeing of the injured and ensuring the safety of the community.
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