Myrtle Beach, SC – A 31-year-old man has been arrested following an early morning shooting incident Sunday on the 1300 block of Dunbar Street, police said.
Officers responded around 5:03 a.m. after receiving a ShotSpotter alert, though no 911 calls were made at the time.
Investigators later learned that one person had arrived at a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and was treated and released.
Key Points
- Police responded to a ShotSpotter alert early Sunday on Dunbar Street.
- One person suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was released from the hospital.
- A suspect, 31-year-old Tevin Hinds, faces two firearm-related charges.
Suspect identified and charged
By Sunday evening, Myrtle Beach Police announced the arrest of Tevin Hinds, 31, of Myrtle Beach, in connection with the shooting. Hinds faces charges of possession of a firearm by an unlawful alien and discharging a firearm within city limits.
Authorities set his bond at $1,087 for discharging a firearm and $20,000 for unlawful possession. Police said the investigation remains active as detectives continue to gather evidence and speak with witnesses.
Police continue appeal for information
Officials encouraged anyone with additional information about the case to contact the Myrtle Beach Police Department’s non-emergency line at 843-918-1382.
The department credited ShotSpotter technology for helping officers respond quickly to the incident despite no initial emergency calls from residents.