Crime
At least 11 people injured after mass shooting on Watson Avenue in Little River
LITTLE RIVER, SC – The Horry County Police Department is actively investigating a shooting that occurred Sunday night on Watson Avenue near the Intracoastal Waterway in Little River, resulting in at least 11 individuals being transported to area hospitals.
According to officials, the incident unfolded around 9:30 p.m. in a primarily residential neighborhood that also houses several boating-related businesses.
Emergency response was swift, with Horry County Fire Rescue units transporting 11 victims, while additional individuals reportedly arrived at local hospitals by personal vehicles.
The conditions of the injured have not yet been publicly disclosed.
Authorities have confirmed that the shooting occurred near a docked boat, with video footage from earlier in the evening possibly connected to the incident.
A significant law enforcement and emergency response presence was observed at the scene, with dozens of police units and ambulances deployed.
Investigators believe this to be an isolated incident, and have stated that there is no ongoing threat to the community.
However, residents are urged to avoid the area while police and public safety personnel continue their work.
The Horry County Police Department emphasized that this remains an active and ongoing investigation, and details may change as more information becomes available.
At this time, no suspect information or motive has been released.
Authorities encourage community members to rely on official sources, such as law enforcement and trusted news outlets, for verified updates.
Further details will be shared as the investigation progresses.
Little River is located approximately 20 miles northeast of Myrtle Beach and is known for its quiet residential areas and maritime activity.
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.