Motorcycle crash closes 29th avenue north in myrtle beach; rider suffers life-threatening injuries

Motorcycle Crash Closes 29th Avenue North in Myrtle Beach; Rider Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries

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May 9, 2026

Myrtle Beach, S.C. — A motorcycle crash Friday night left one person with life-threatening injuries and forced the closure of a major Myrtle Beach roadway as police investigated the collision.

Myrtle Beach Police officers responded around 8:10 p.m. to the area of 29th Avenue North and Carriage Row Lane after reports of a crash involving a motorcycle.

Two people were transported to the hospital following the collision, according to the Myrtle Beach Police Department. Authorities said one victim suffered life-threatening injuries, while the second person sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

Major roadway shut down during investigation

Following the crash, police closed 29th Avenue North in both directions between Robert Grissom Parkway and Hollywood Drive.

The closure affected traffic through one of Myrtle Beach’s busy east-west corridors Friday evening as investigators worked at the scene.

Motorists were advised to expect delays and use alternate routes while officers examined the crash site and crews worked to clear the roadway.

Police urge drivers to slow down

The Myrtle Beach Police Department asked drivers to use caution in the area as emergency responders remained on scene.

Officials did not immediately release details about what led to the collision, including whether another vehicle was involved or the identities of those injured.

Police also have not announced how long the roadway closure was expected to remain in place Friday night.


Key Points

• Myrtle Beach Police responded to a motorcycle crash near 29th Avenue North Friday night
• One person suffered life-threatening injuries and another was hospitalized with minor injuries
• 29th Avenue North closed between Robert Grissom Parkway and Hollywood Drive during the investigation


Investigation remains ongoing

Serious motorcycle crashes often require extended scene investigations as officers document vehicle positions, roadway evidence, and witness statements.

The Myrtle Beach Police Department has not released additional information about the condition of the victims or possible contributing factors in the crash.

Drivers were encouraged to avoid the area and seek alternate routes until the roadway reopened.

Myrtle Beach Police Department, South Carolina motorcycle crash, Myrtle Beach traffic, Horry County news

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