A Conway resident, Eric Deery Jr., 24, has been sentenced to prison after admitting to a home robbery in Myrtle Beach that occurred in 2023. Deery pleaded guilty to charges of armed robbery and possession of a weapon during a violent crime, leading to a 10-year prison sentence. This incident highlights ongoing efforts by the Horry County Sheriff’s Office and local law enforcement to address violent crime within the Grand Strand area.
The robbery took place on July 19, 2023, at a residence on North Kings Highway in Myrtle Beach. According to court records, Deery entered the victim’s home, pointed a gun at her, and demanded money. He then forced the victim to transfer funds to him using the Cash App mobile payment service. After the transfer, Deery fled the scene.
Investigators with the Myrtle Beach Police Department were able to identify Deery as the suspect through various investigative methods. He was arrested on July 27, 2023, just eight days after the robbery. The swift apprehension underscores the commitment of local authorities to ensuring public safety for both residents and the millions of visitors who frequent Myrtle Beach’s signature assets like the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and SkyWheel.
The case was prosecuted by the 15th Circuit Solicitor’s Office. Deery’s guilty plea avoids a trial and ensures accountability for the violent act. The sentence reflects the serious nature of armed robbery and the use of a weapon in the commission of a crime, which carries significant penalties under South Carolina law. This outcome reinforces the legal system’s response to crimes that impact the sense of security in communities like Myrtle Beach and Conway.
