Crime
18-year-old Jerrius Davis killed in Myrtle Beach officer-involved shooting
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) confirmed Sunday morning that it is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred late Saturday night in Myrtle Beach.
According to the Myrtle Beach Police Department (MBPD), at approximately 11:50 p.m. on Saturday, officers responded to reports of a disturbance near the 900 block of North Ocean Boulevard.
During the incident, authorities say an altercation escalated when an individual was observed firing a weapon.
In response, an MBPD officer discharged their firearm.
The individual shot during the officer’s response, later identified as 18-year-old Jerrius Davis of Bennettsville, succumbed to his injuries.
Additionally, police reported that 11 other individuals were injured during the disturbance and are currently receiving medical treatment.
No further details regarding the extent of their injuries have been released.
The officer involved in the shooting was not injured, and police have not indicated if there were any other officers harmed during the incident.
SLED officials stated that the investigation remains active and that further information will be made available as it develops.
In a public statement, the Myrtle Beach Police Department expressed its condolences, posting, “The Myrtle Beach Police Department offers its prayers and deepest sympathies to everyone affected by this incident.”
As of Sunday, all traffic on Ocean Boulevard has been reopened following a temporary closure due to the investigation.
Authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed the shooting or who possesses video footage of the incident to come forward.
Information can be shared directly with SLED or the Myrtle Beach Police Department by calling 843-918-1382.
MT. JULIET, Tenn. — Authorities have identified two victims killed during an active shooter incident at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet late Friday night.
The suspect, identified as Gary Haley, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal history, is deceased following an officer-involved shooting, officials confirmed.
Mount Juliet Police officers were dispatched at approximately 9:30 p.m. Friday to the Cedar Creek Marina, located in the 9000 block of Saundersville Road, after receiving reports of a man threatening another individual on the docks.
Due to the active shooter report, a shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area as a precaution.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim was later identified as Robby Brogdon, who was transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Brogdon later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators determined that the suspected shooter had retreated to a boat within the marina and had barricaded himself inside.
The standoff continued for several hours as officers secured the scene and attempted to resolve the situation safely.
At approximately 1:00 a.m. Saturday, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported that the suspect engaged responding officers and fired shots at them under circumstances that remain under investigation. Officers returned fire.
The suspect, Gary Haley, was later found deceased aboard the vessel.
During the course of the response, officers also discovered a second adult male victim, Nathan Jones, who had been shot by the suspect.
Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.
No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has assumed responsibility for the investigation, which includes a homicide, an attempted homicide, and an officer-involved shooting.
TBI agents are actively conducting interviews, collecting evidence, and working to establish a comprehensive timeline of events.
Upon completion of the investigation, findings will be submitted to 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson for review.
Authorities stated that additional information will be released as it becomes available.