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A sign outside of a nightclub in the Longs area formerly known as the G-Spot where there was a...

‘I could hire my cousin’: No S.C. law in place to regulate bar, nightclub security

Updated: May. 1, 2024 at 6:33 PM EDT
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By Ale Espinosa
WMBF News started looking into bar and nightclub security after the trial surrounding the deadly shooting at Donny’s Saloon in Myrtle Beach.

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The Myrtle Beach Police Department fully encrypted scanner traffic this month, making it in...

Myrtle Beach police fully encrypts scanner traffic, drawing transparency concerns

Updated: Apr. 23, 2024 at 5:34 PM EDT
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By Ashley Boles
If you regularly listen to scanner traffic, you may have noticed missing information from the Myrtle Beach Police Department.

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A source with knowledge of the investigation confirmed the pictures WMBF News received show...

‘I’m gonna shoot him’: 911 calls detail chaotic moments surrounding deadly Longs shooting

Updated: Apr. 23, 2024 at 3:32 PM EDT
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By Kristin Nelson and Ale Espinosa
Horry County police released 911 calls that shed new light on the moments before, during and after a deadly shooting in the Longs area.

Grand Strand Crime

A sign located on a home along Poplar Drive in the Ramsey Acres neighborhood of Myrtle Beach...

Complaint lists 24 code violations against ‘unsafe’ Myrtle Beach home

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 2:50 PM EDT
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By Kristin Nelson
The home at the center of a drug investigation in Myrtle Beach faces multiple code violations, according to documents.

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Experts are warning car lovers across the Grand Strand of a new scam costing victim's up to...

‘It’s devastating’: New scam targets vintage car enthusiasts in Grand Strand

Updated: Apr. 18, 2024 at 6:26 PM EDT
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By Ale Espinosa
xperts are warning vintage car lovers across the Grand Strand of a new scam costing victims thousands of dollars.

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The number of orders of protection filed in Horry and Georgetown counties is increasing, but...

WMBF INVESTIGATES: Survivors claim order of protection requirements impose challenges on safety

Updated: Apr. 3, 2024 at 6:27 PM EDT
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By Ale Espinosa
The number of orders of protection filed in Horry and Georgetown counties is increasing, but survivors of domestic violence worry even with a judge’s signature, their abusers will still find their way to them.

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In a recent swatting case in Myrtle Beach, a man told dispatchers he was on meth and shot his...

‘I just shot my mom in the head’: Chilling swatting call targets Myrtle Beach man’s home

Updated: Mar. 21, 2024 at 6:19 PM EDT
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By Ale Espinosa
Swatting calls are happening across the nation, and also in Myrtle Beach, but how some law enforcement agencies are responding to the chilling calls has left some surprised.

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Horry County Schools is the third largest school district in the state, but one of the few...

Emails reveal HCS refused offers to buy weapons detection system for schools

Updated: Mar. 13, 2024 at 7:42 AM EDT
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By Ashley Boles
WMBF Investigates uncovered hundreds of emails related to Horry County delaying getting a weapons detection system.

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South Carolina Highway Patrol enforcing and educating motorists on school bus stop arm violations

South Carolina Highway Patrol educating drivers on school bus stop-arm violations

Updated: Mar. 9, 2024 at 8:56 AM EST
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By Eric Richards
A stop-arm violation ticket comes with six points on the driver’s history, which is halfway to a suspended license.

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The Yellow House located on 5th Avenue North in Myrtle Beach.

Permanent injunction order on Yellow House: ‘Everybody came there off the beach to get drugs’

Updated: Mar. 8, 2024 at 11:40 AM EST
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By Kristin Nelson and Ale Espinosa
Documents submitted on Thursday detail the evidence provided and the reason for the judge’s decision.
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The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is seeing an alarming increase in...

‘Recipe for disaster’: ATF sees alarming increase in glock switches in S.C.

Updated: Mar. 1, 2024 at 7:23 PM EST
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By Makayla Evans
A disturbing trend is being seen not only across the country but right in the Grand Strand and Pee Dee.

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Nelson Green Junior’s relatives remain frustrated with the justice system now nearly eight...

‘I’m at my wit’s end’: Hit-and-run victim’s family frustrated with prosecutor’s handling of case

Updated: Feb. 15, 2024 at 9:02 PM EST
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By Ale Espinosa
Authorities said 60-year-old Walter Hayes hit and killed Green on the night of May 18.

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A dozen Grand Strand families claim they’ve been left in the dark and robbed of tens of...

Murrells Inlet pool company accused of taking thousands from families, not building pools

Updated: Feb. 8, 2024 at 12:31 PM EST
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By Ale Espinosa
Some families in Horry and Georgetown County were hoping for their dream home but got caught up in a legal nightmare instead.

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Crews and volunteers have been searching for Tyler Doyle along the Carolina coast. He was last...

EXCLUSIVE: Tyler Doyle’s mother, brother open up about his disappearance ahead of 1 year anniversary

Updated: Jan. 25, 2024 at 8:55 PM EST
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By Ale Espinosa
For the first time since he disappeared nearly a year ago, the mother and brother of a missing boater are opening up about their loved one.

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Myrtle Beach police put up barricades and boarded up the windows at the Yellow House along 5th...

Judge issues permanent injunction against owner of Myrtle Beach’s infamous ‘Yellow House’

Updated: Jan. 17, 2024 at 3:42 PM EST
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By Kristin Nelson and Ale Espinosa
A house that documents show has been a drug haven in Myrtle Beach for several years will officially be closed for a year.

The Revolving Door of Addiction

WMBF Investigates put together a special with interviews from people who give raw and honest...

SPECIAL REPORT: The Revolving Door of Addiction

Updated: Dec. 29, 2023 at 8:17 PM EST
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By Ashley Boles
This special report provides raw and honest opinions about how hard addiction is, what needs to change, and the barriers to making that change possible.

The Revolving Door of Addiction

All interior doors at J. Reuben Long Detention Center remain locked, 24/7. Inmates must be...

J. Reuben Long Detention Center director reflects on the impact of addiction amongst inmates

Updated: Dec. 28, 2023 at 4:06 PM EST
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By Ashley Boles
J. Reuben Long Detention Center is not immune to addiction.

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Fake delivery texts snowballing into identity theft, experts say

Updated: Dec. 22, 2023 at 6:26 PM EST
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By Ale Espinosa
Consumer experts are urging you to check your emails twice before giving away any information.

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One Grand Strand woman talks about her struggles to find a doctor during her pregnancy after...

‘It shouldn’t be this stressful to have a baby’: Women worry as Grand Strand obstetrics units close

Updated: Dec. 21, 2023 at 6:24 PM EST
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By Ale Espinosa
Women are worrying about their futures with pregnancy care due to losing four Grand Strand obstetrics units as soon as Summer 2024.

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The BBB of Eastern Carolinas says they’ve seen more than a 50% rise in gift card scams just in...

Experts warn about holiday season gift card scams

Updated: Dec. 14, 2023 at 8:34 PM EST
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By Ale Espinosa
The BBB of Eastern Carolinas said they’ve seen more than a 50% rise in gift card scams just in 2023.

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Over the past few months, three obstetrics units in the Grand Strand area have stopped...

WMBF Investigates: 4 Grand Strand pregnancy care centers stopping important service

Updated: Dec. 7, 2023 at 6:40 PM EST
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By Ale Espinosa
Expectant mothers in the Grand Strand are now facing a shocking reality.

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Beach Team Gymnastics at Terry & Don's

WMBF Investigates: Horry County gymnastics coach placed on restriction

Updated: Dec. 5, 2023 at 6:48 PM EST
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By Gabrielle Khoriaty
The owner of Beach Team Gymnastics at Terry & Don’s is accused of sending inappropriate texts.

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Myrtle Beach police put up barricades and boarded up the windows at the Yellow House along 5th...

Neighbors fear temporary injunction against Myrtle Beach’s Yellow House isn’t enough

Updated: Nov. 9, 2023 at 6:23 PM EST
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By Kristin Nelson and Ale Espinosa
judge filed an official order on Monday issuing a temporary injunction against the Yellow House located at 407 5th Avenue North.

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Myrtle Beach police put up barricades and boarded up the windows at the Yellow House along 5th...

Judge files formal order outlining temporary injunction rules against Myrtle Beach’s Yellow House

Updated: Nov. 7, 2023 at 12:53 PM EST
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By Kristin Nelson
A judge submitted the official temporary injunction order against the notorious Yellow House in Myrtle Beach.

Brittanee Drexel Case

Memorial for Brittanee Drexel rededicated in Myrtle Beach

Updated: Nov. 4, 2023 at 2:44 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
An area in Myrtle Beach in memory of Brittanee Drexel was rededicated during a ceremony on Saturday.

Brittanee Drexel Case

Raymond Moody pleaded guilty to raping and killing Brittanee Drexel, who disappeared over a...

New civil lawsuit filed against Brittanee Drexel’s killer, Myrtle Beach hotel

Updated: Nov. 2, 2023 at 11:17 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
A new civil lawsuit was filed on Thursday addressing the death and disappearance of 17-year-old Brittanee Drexel.

Grand Strand Crime

The so-called Yellow House in Myrtle Beach has been boarded up after the city's code...

Judge grants temporary injunction against Myrtle Beach’s notorious Yellow House

Updated: Nov. 2, 2023 at 12:13 PM EDT
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By Kristin Nelson
A Myrtle Beach home that has been a suspected hotbed for drugs and crime will be temporarily closed.

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Fifteenth Circuit Solicitor Jimmy Richardson said a case like this could end up in both civil...

Grand Strand bride and others still waiting for photos: What to do next?

Updated: Nov. 2, 2023 at 10:07 AM EDT
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By Makayla Evans
Alicia Pope has been waiting since June for Abundant Grace Studios to deliver her wedding photos. Since then, WMBF News has learned nearly 40 others are also waiting for theirs.

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A trooper's dash cam video shows the trooper performing a field sobriety test on Andrew...

Horry County family claims state’s DUI law allows for repeat offenses, minimizes charges

Updated: Nov. 1, 2023 at 6:27 PM EDT
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By Ale Espinosa
A Horry County family is fighting for justice after they were hit by a repeat drunk driver in September 2022.

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Alicia Pope hired “Abundant Grace Studios” to capture her June 2023 wedding after previously...

‘I just want my memories’: Grand Strand bride, others still waiting for wedding photos

Updated: Oct. 27, 2023 at 9:24 AM EDT
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By Makayla Evans
Imagine having your dream wedding but never being able to relive those moments. It took one Facebook post to learn dozens are in the same boat as one Grand Strand woman.

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Attorney William Bert van Hermann who represents the property owner Joe Rideoutte Junior filed...

Attorney of ‘Yellow House’ owner responds to nuisance allegations

Updated: Oct. 16, 2023 at 9:18 PM EDT
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By Ale Espinosa
Attorney William Bert van Hermann who represents the property owner, Joe Rideoutte Jr., filed their response to the allegations last week.

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Pictures from police body camera footage shows the living conditions in the backyard of the...

Will Myrtle Beach Yellow House be demolished? City explains it’s a lengthy process

Updated: Oct. 12, 2023 at 5:46 PM EDT
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By Ale Espinosa and Kristin Nelson
A notorious home in the city of Myrtle Beach is under scrutiny after court documents allege ongoing criminal activity at the house.

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Court documents show people are living in tents in the backyard of Yellow House after the...

New documents allege shooting, stabbing, stillborn baby recently born at Myrtle Beach Yellow House

Updated: Oct. 11, 2023 at 2:18 PM EDT
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By Kristin Nelson
New filings from the State of South Carolina provide new details on the impact a notorious home in Myrtle Beach is having on the community.

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The 15th Circuit Solicitor’s office says they’ve seen a drastic increase in Hispanic and...

Activists work to close language barrier gaps at crime scenes in Grand Strand, Pee Dee

Updated: Oct. 3, 2023 at 9:28 PM EDT
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By Ale Espinosa
The 15th Circuit Solicitor’s office said they’ve seen a sharp increase in Hispanics and Latinos moving to the Grand Strand and Pee Dee in recent years.

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The City of Myrtle Beach says it’s already seen more car crashes at the intersection of...

Possible changes coming to busy, dangerous intersection in Myrtle Beach

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 8:40 PM EDT
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By Ale Espinosa
City staff said changes could be coming to a busy intersection after nearly a decade of what residents claim is trouble.

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Azhane Powell, director of Fyrebird Recovery, wanted to create a safe space for her clients in...

Grand Strand nonprofit finds a new home in Horry County

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 6:38 PM EDT
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By Ashley Boles
Nonprofit finds new home after city issues cease-and-desist letter

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The 15th Circuit solicitor has filed a petition for a temporary injunction to close the Yellow...

Police called to Myrtle Beach’s infamous ‘Yellow House’ nearly 30 times in less than a month

Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 6:54 PM EDT
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By Ale Espinosa
Horry County’s top prosecutor said he wants to temporarily close an infamous boarding house in order to save lives.

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Pearson’s body was found on a property off East Park Drive in July of 2020.

Documents: Infamous Yellow House in Myrtle Beach deemed uninhabitable, people living in backyard

Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 4:12 PM EDT
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By Kristin Nelson
The court filings show that the Yellow House has a reputation for being a place where drugs are sold.

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Proposed legislation aims to end remarriage penalty for surviving military spouses

‘Love Lives On’: Proposed legislation aims to end remarriage penalty for surviving military spouses

Updated: Sep. 11, 2023 at 5:39 AM EDT
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By Heather Graf
Under current federal law, spouses of deceased service members and veterans who remarry before age 55 become ineligible for certain benefits. But new proposed legislation aims to end that penalty.

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There are currently 767 total registered sex offenders in Horry County.

Sheriff’s office: Nearly 100 sex offenders in Horry County listed as ‘non-compliant’

Updated: Aug. 23, 2023 at 7:08 PM EDT
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By Ale Espinosa
There are currently 767 total registered sex offenders in Horry County.

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42-year-old Sequoia Williams is fresh out of jail accused of leaving six of her 11 young kids...

EXCLUSIVE: Pee Dee mom accused of child neglect blames TikTok challenge for charges

Updated: Aug. 10, 2023 at 10:00 AM EDT
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By Ale Espinosa
While some parents are pointing the finger at Williams for what happened next, she’s blaming social media.

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A banner plane crashed into the ocean on Monday afternoon at 40th Avenue North in Myrtle Beach.

NTSB reports show banner plane involved in Myrtle Beach crash has history of accidents

Updated: Aug. 1, 2023 at 6:08 PM EDT
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By Kristin Nelson and Samuel Shelton
The FAA released its preliminary report after a banner plane crashed into the ocean in Myrtle Beach.

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After only being at 606 Broadway Street for a little over a month, director of Fyrebird...

Myrtle Beach nonprofit in search of new home after cease-and-desist letter cites ‘zoning violation’

Updated: Jul. 26, 2023 at 6:28 PM EDT
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By Ashley Boles
A Myrtle Beach non-profit is working on finding a new home after receiving a cease-and-desist letter.

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It's been nearly ten years since Heather Elvis disappeared from Horry County. Her family...

Family honors Heather Elvis’ 30th birthday by highlighting missing persons cases

Updated: Jul. 1, 2023 at 12:47 PM EDT
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By Ale Espinosa
June 30 marked the 30th birthday of Heather Elvis, who hasn’t been seen or heard from since December 18, 2013.

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Walter Hayes

Bond denied for man charged in deadly Myrtle Beach hit-and-run

Updated: Jun. 28, 2023 at 9:12 PM EDT
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By Samuel Shelton and WMBF News Staff
A man is now facing charges in connection to a deadly hit-and-run in Myrtle Beach.

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Items taken from Brittanee Drexel memorial still missing, city says

Updated: Jun. 25, 2023 at 2:51 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
Items taken from a memorial for Brittanee Drexel in Myrtle Beach have still not been returned, according to officials.

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A Myrtle Beach family is desperately trying to find out what led to the hit and run death of...

Reward offered for information in deadly Myrtle Beach hit-and-run

Updated: Jun. 18, 2023 at 10:07 AM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
A Myrtle Beach family is still demanding for answers in the hit and run death of their loved one, Nelson Green Junior.

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A Myrtle Beach family is desperately trying to find out what led to the hit and run death of...

‘We’re being re-victimized’: Myrtle Beach family still without answers in deadly hit-and-run investigation

Updated: Jun. 15, 2023 at 8:47 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
A Myrtle Beach family is still demanding for answers in the hit and run death of their loved one, Nelson Green Junior.

Crime

Myrtle Beach police asking for information in deadly hit-and-run investigation

Updated: Jun. 14, 2023 at 6:28 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
Anyone with information is asked to call the MBPD at 843-918-1382.

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Sidney Moorer, Tammy Moorer

Sidney, Tammy Moorer lose appeals to overturn kidnapping convictions in Heather Elvis case

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 6:52 PM EDT
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By Kristin Nelson
The South Carolina Court of Appeals issued opinions on Wednesday for Sidney and Tammy Moorer who were convicted of kidnapping Heather Elvis.
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