Crime

Man shot and killed while trying to rob Myrtle Beach home, police say

An alleged robber was shot and killed at a Myrtle Beach home Monday night.

Myrtle Beach police responded to the 500 block of 34th Avenue North near North Kings Highway about 6 p.m. for the shooting. Two people went to the hospital for treatment.

One of the injured went to the home with a gun and planned to commit a robbery, police said. The other victim knew the would-be robber. During the incident, the would-be robber was shot.

The other victim had non-life-threatening injuries.

The names of the people involved in the incident have not been released. Anyone with information on the shooting is asked to contact Myrtle Beach police at 843-918-1382.

Related Stories from Myrtle Beach Sun News
Alex Lang
The Sun News
Alex Lang is the True Crime reporter for The Sun News covering the legal system and how crime impacts local residents. He says letting residents know if they are safe is a vital role of a newspaper. Alex has covered crime in Detroit, Iowa, New York City, West Virginia and now Horry County.
Get unlimited digital access
#ReadLocal

Try 1 month for $1

CLAIM OFFER