As one of the top travel destinations in the U.S. as well as the fastest growing U.S. cities, the Myrtle Beach area is a busy place. An estimated 20 million visitors flock to the region each year and 1,000 people are estimated to move here each month. With all this activity, safety has to be a top priority. Local law enforcement agencies along with community leaders and area businesses are all working together in a shared commitment to Keeping Myrtle Beach Safe.

A Message from City of Myrtle Beach Police Chief Amy Prock:

“The Myrtle Beach Police Department is committed to the safety and security of our visitors and our residents. We have an extensive safety plan in place and we ask that you follow the laws and respect others while you are here. Everyone is welcome in Myrtle Beach and everyone should be able to enjoy their time in our exciting city. Thank you for following the laws so we can keep Myrtle Beach safe and enjoyable for all.”

Community Policing

The Myrtle Beach Police Department (MPBD) has 300 officers and staff, who serve the city through a community-oriented policing philosophy. In addition to providing 24-hour coverage of the city, MBPD has special units that provide coverage to busy areas like Ocean Boulevard and downtown. Here, you’ll also find officers patrolling on bicycles, on-foot or using small vehicles known as GEM cars as well as regular patrols.

The Myrtle Beach law enforcement community reaches far beyond the city limits. Assisting agencies such as the Horry County Sherriff’s Department and S.C. Highway Patrol work with MBPD to conduct saturation patrols during key periods and locations. In addition, during peak season times, MBPD calls on additional law enforcement agents from across the state to help patrol the city. CLICK HERE to learn more about Increased Policing.

In addition, the city has more than 1,000 surveillance cameras at major intersections and locations around the city, including parks and public facilities. MBPD staff members monitor the street cameras in what the city calls “Real Time Crime Prevention.” The high-resolution cameras have helped the Myrtle Beach Police Department solve a number of crimes and deter criminal behavior.

Now that you know how the men and women who serve Myrtle Beach — along with the technology they use — work to keep you safe, click below to find out what you can do to stay safe and prevent crime in Myrtle Beach.