Crime
Graphic Video Captures Aftermath of Memorial Day Boat Dock Shooting in Little River
LITTLE RIVER, S.C. — A mass shooting near a docked boat on Watson Avenue in Little River on Sunday night has left at least 11 people hospitalized, prompting a major response from law enforcement and emergency personnel over the Memorial Day weekend.
The incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. in the quiet coastal town, located approximately 20 miles northeast of Myrtle Beach.
According to the Horry County Police Department (HCPD), 11 individuals were transported to area hospitals by Horry County Fire Rescue units.
Authorities also confirmed receiving reports of additional victims who arrived at hospitals in personal vehicles.
Graphic video footage circulating on social media appears to show the chaotic aftermath of the shooting, which may have occurred near a dock where a boat was parked.
While the footage remains unverified, police have acknowledged the possibility that the boat is linked to the incident.
As of now, officials say there have been no reported fatalities.
The conditions of those injured have not been released. HCPD emphasized that this is believed to be an isolated incident, and there is currently no known threat to the broader community.
The scene, which is primarily residential with nearby boating businesses along the Intracoastal Waterway, was flooded with emergency vehicles late into the night.
Witnesses reported a heavy law enforcement presence, with dozens of officers, detectives, and emergency crews responding.
Investigators have not yet disclosed any suspect information or a possible motive. The investigation remains active and ongoing.
Authorities are urging residents to avoid the area while public safety operations continue.
“The situation is fluid, and details may evolve as the investigation progresses,” officials said in a statement. “We encourage the public to rely on verified updates from law enforcement or reputable news sources, as we cannot confirm the accuracy of information shared elsewhere.”
Anyone with information related to the shooting is encouraged to contact the Horry County Police Department.
Updates will be provided as they become available.
Crime
Noemi Hernandez, Mother of Four Murdered By Her Husband Hector Luvianos Two Days Before Christmas
BATAVIA, Ill. — A devastating domestic homicide has left a family and community in mourning just days before Christmas.
Noemi Hernandez, a devoted mother of four, was fatally attacked in the early morning hours of Tuesday, Dec. 23, in what prosecutors allege was a violent act committed by her husband.
The incident occurred at an apartment building in the 100 block of Church Street in Batavia.
According to court records and police reports, at approximately 4:37 a.m., Batavia police were dispatched after a man contacted emergency dispatchers and stated that he had killed his wife.
Responding officers located the man outside the apartment building and took him into custody without incident.
When officers entered the apartment, they found Hernandez suffering from severe, life-threatening injuries.
First responders immediately attempted life-saving measures; however, she was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities identified the suspect as Hector B. Luvianos, 37, who was transported to the Batavia Police Department for questioning.
With assistance from the Kane County Major Crimes Task Force, investigators determined the incident was domestic-related and involved only the two individuals. Police emphasized that there is no ongoing threat to the public.
On Dec. 24, 2025, Kane County State’s Attorney Jamie L. Mosser and Batavia Police Chief Eric Blowers announced that Luvianos has been formally charged with first-degree murder, a Class M felony under Illinois law.
He appeared in court the same day for a pretrial detention hearing, after which a judge ordered him held in the Kane County Jail while the case proceeds.
The Kane County Coroner’s Office responded to the scene, and an autopsy is scheduled to determine the official cause and manner of Hernandez’s death.
In the wake of the tragedy, Hernandez’s family has launched a GoFundMe campaign to help cover funeral and related expenses.
In the fundraiser, the family described Noemi as “the heart of her family,” noting that she worked tirelessly, loved deeply, and always placed her children first. Her sudden death, they wrote, has left the family emotionally devastated and financially unprepared.
As an immigrant family with limited resources and no life insurance, they now face the burden of funeral and cremation costs, legal fees, and other unexpected expenses, all while supporting four children grieving the loss of their mother.
The family is asking for community support to allow them to lay Noemi to rest with dignity and focus on healing rather than financial hardship.
The investigation remains ongoing.