Crime Prevention
Routine Traffic Stop Takes Drugs & Gun Off Ocean Blvd.
As reported here, a routine traffic stop of a suspicious vehicle by the Myrtle Beach Police Department resulted in a suspect being arrested on drug and gun charges.
Month: July 2017
Justice Served
Myrtle Beach Police Department Takes Another NC Fugitive Off The Streets
The Myrtle Beach Police Department continues to take suspected violent criminals off the streets. As reported on the department’s FaceBook page, “Matthew Ray Lawson, a murder suspect from North Carolina, has been arrested. Lawson was […]
Justice Served
MBPD Reduces Number of One NC Gang In Half
Assistant Chief of the Mount Gilead, NC Police Department, Jason Hensley, estimated the gang involved in the June 18 shooting in Myrtle Beach to be part of a 15 member gang. As reported here, “But thanks to […]
Justice Served
Justice Served Swiftly To Shooting Suspects
The swift reaction to last month’s downtown shooting has resulted in the arrest of five suspects, with the alleged shooter being held without bond and charged with six counts of attempted murder. Beyond the successful […]
Crime Prevention
Curfew for Juveniles Is Now Midnight
The Myrtle Beach City Council passed an ordinance on Tuesday that changed the curfew for anyone age 17 and under. Previously the curfew was 1:00 a.m – 6 a.m.. The curfew now begins at midnight. Exceptions include being […]
Equipped For Success
800 Surveillance Cameras Monitor The Grand Strand
Myrtle Beach operates 800 surveillance cameras on Ocean Boulevard and elsewhere for your protection. They monitor major intersections, parks and city facilities. Remember to lock your vehicle and do not leave valuables visible inside.
Crime Prevention
MBPD Takes Weapon off The Street
On July 4th a call reporting a suspicious person resulted in removing a handgun from the streets of Myrtle Beach. When approaching, officers smelled marijuana and the suspect ran, tripped and fell down. A handgun […]
Our Men & Women In Uniform
Amy Prock Is Sworn In As Myrtle Beach Chief of Police
On July 3, Amy Prock became the first female Police Chief for the City of Myrtle Beach. Prock promised to lead the Myrtle Beach police in new directions with an emphasis on retaining the department’s […]
Our Men & Women In Uniform
New MBPD K-9 Team Makes Impact on Area Drug Problem
Myrtle Beach Police report that a K9 officer named Daisy has received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interests in K9s, Inc.
Myrtle Beach Backs The Blue
Citizens Police Academy Is Accepting Applications
Applications are being accepted through Monday, July 31 for the 34th sessions of the Citizens Police Academy which begins in September. This 10 week class meets Mondays at 7:00 p.m. and offers a behind-the scenes […]