Myrtle Beach, SC — Gunfire broke out in a Myrtle Beach neighborhood Sunday evening during the busy Memorial Day weekend, prompting a rapid police response and a heightened law enforcement presence near Chester Street. Myrtle Beach Police officers responded around 6:54 p.m. after a ShotSpotter alert detected gunfire in the 200 block of Chester Street, according to the department.
No injuries have been reported, but police confirmed one person was detained in connection with the shooting investigation as officers canvassed the area Sunday night.
The incident unfolded as the coastal city remained crowded with holiday visitors and residents marking one of the busiest tourism weekends of the year.
Police Increase Presence After ShotSpotter Alert
The Myrtle Beach Police Department said officers were dispatched after the city’s ShotSpotter system detected gunfire in the neighborhood. Investigators remained on scene hours later, with residents and tourists likely noticing additional patrol units and officers in the area.
Police have not released details about what led to the gunfire, whether multiple shots were fired, or if charges are expected against the detained individual.
The 200 block of Chester Street sits west of Ocean Boulevard and several major tourist corridors, an area that can see heavier foot and vehicle traffic during holiday weekends.
Key Points
• Myrtle Beach Police responded to a ShotSpotter alert on Chester Street Sunday evening
• One person was detained in connection with the gunfire investigation
• No injuries have been reported by investigators
Memorial Day Crowds Heighten Attention
The shooting response came during Memorial Day weekend, when Myrtle Beach typically experiences a surge in visitors for beach travel, nightlife, and holiday events. Any visible police activity during the holiday period can quickly draw attention in heavily trafficked sections of the city.
Officials have not indicated whether the detained person was armed or directly involved in firing shots. Investigators also have not said whether they recovered shell casings or weapons from the scene.
“Residents and visitors may notice an increased law enforcement presence in the area as officers continue their investigation,” the Myrtle Beach Police Department said in a statement posted to Facebook.
The department urged anyone with information about the incident to contact its non-emergency line at 843-918-1382.