One person hurt in shooting at Myrtle Beach motel, police continue to investigate
Jan 27 update: Jason Terrell Jones, 35, was injured in the shooting and also charged with armed robbery, attempted murder and possession of a weapon during a violent crime.
Jan. 22 update: Marcus Harrison was charged with attempted murder in connection to the shooting.
One person was hurt in a shooting at a Myrtle Beach motel, police say.
The shooting happened around 7:30 p.m. at a Motel 6 off Frontage Road, according to Myrtle Beach police Master Cpl. Thomas Vest. Frontage Road is off U.S. 17 and near U.S. 501.
The victim was taken to the hospital for treatment. Vest did not release the extent of the victim’s injuries.
Officers detained a person in connection to the incident soon after the shooting, Vest said.
Myrtle Beach police continue to investigate at the motel, but officials say the area is secure.
This story was originally published January 21, 2021 at 7:43 PM.
