ICYMI: Get caught up in the Scott Spivey shooting case
These articles discuss the complex Scott Spivey shooting case, highlighting suspected police misconduct and possible influence that may have helped the shooters avoid charges. Central to the case are audio recordings and communication between police and one of Spivey's killers, which suggest close ties and an effort to avoid repercussions. The articles describe how these relationships have raised questions about fairness in the investigation.
In one article, the restaurant owner, Boyd, expressed no remorse over killing Scott Spivey, reportedly saying he had a 'blast' and declaring that he and Williams would be considered heroes. Another article recounts how Spivey's family, seeking a fair investigation, argue against the 'Stand Your Ground' legal ruling, questioning how it can apply when Boyd and Williams pursued Spivey over a distance. Yet another title mentions the resurfacing of the case in political contexts, as South Carolina governor candidates debate the handling of Spivey’s case and discuss systemic issues in law enforcement.
NO. 1: MAN SHOT AND KILLED WHILE DRIVING NEAR LONGS IN HORRY COUNTY, SC, CORONER SAYS
The incident occurred on Saturday just before 6 p.m. | Published September 10, 2023 | Read Full Story by Eleanor Nash
NO. 2: NORTH MYRTLE BEACH RESTAURANT OWNER ACCUSED OF SHOOTING NC MAN, SOLICITOR’S OFFICE SAYS
Weldon Boyd, operator of Buoys on the Boulevard, has not been charged. The Solicitor’s Office is asking for a state review of case. | Published September 19, 2023 | Read Full Story by Terri Richardson
NO. 3: ‘WE JUST WANT THE TRUTH’: HERE’S WHAT WE KNOW, AND DON’T KNOW ABOUT THE FATAL SC SHOOTING
Scott Spivey of North Carolina died during an exchange of gunfire with North Myrtle Beach business owner Weldon Boyd in the Longs area Sept. 9, the Solicitor’s Office said. | Published September 25, 2023 | Read Full Story by Terri Richardson
NO. 4: UPDATED: NC WOMAN SUES NORTH MYRTLE BEACH BUSINESSMAN IN ROADSIDE SHOOTING DEATH OF BROTHER
The family have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the business owner and another man, claiming they are responsible for Scott Spivey’s death. | Published June 4, 2024 | Read Full Story by Terri Richardson
NO. 5: SUSPECTS IN NC MAN’S SHOOTING DEATH ALLOWED IN CRIME SCENE DURING INVESTIGATION, SLED SAYS
Law enforcement released its final report in the death of a North Carolina man during an exchange of gunfire with a North Myrtle Beach business owner and his passenger. | Published September 9, 2024 | Read Full Story by Terri Richardson
NO. 6: ‘IN THE SHADOWS’: DID TOP HORRY COP HELP FATAL SHOOTING SUSPECT AVOID CHARGES?
The handling of an investigation into the death of Scott Spivey, who was killed in a shootout with a North Myrtle Beach restaurant owner, has been under scrutiny. One officer resigned because of it. | Published April 18, 2025 | Read Full Story by Terri Richardson
NO. 7: ‘I HAD A GOOD TIME’ NORTH MYRTLE BEACH RESTAURANT OWNER SAYS OF KILLING NORTH CAROLINA MAN
Audio recordings reveal conversations between the two shooters of Scott Spivey just days after the North Carolina man was gunned down along a S.C. highway. It was rule self-defense. | Published April 21, 2025 | Read Full Story by Terri Richardson
NO. 8: HORRY COUNTY ASKS FOR SLED, GOVERNOR TO REOPEN SHOOTING DEATH CASE OF SCOTT SPIVEY
The state police agency is already investigating alleged misconduct by one of Horry County Police officers. | Published April 17, 2025 | Read Full Story by Terri Richardson
NO. 9: SC GOVERNOR CANDIDATES AT ODDS ON SCOTT SPIVEY SHOOTING CASE. WHAT THEY SAID.
The South Carolina Attorney General’s Office is standing by its decision that the shooting death of a North Carolina man falls under the state’s “Stand Your Ground” law. | Published August 7, 2025 | Read Full Story by Terri Richardson, Elizabeth Brewer
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