One hospitalized after self-inflicted gunshot wound at myrtle beach ocean boulevard property

One Hospitalized After Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wound at Myrtle Beach Ocean Boulevard Property

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April 26, 2026

Myrtle Beach, SC — A person was taken to a local hospital after a reported self-inflicted gunshot wound inside a room at 1905 South Ocean Boulevard on Saturday morning, according to the Myrtle Beach Police Department. Officers responded at approximately 11:24 a.m. and continued investigating at the property afterward.

The department said residents and visitors may notice an increased law enforcement presence in the area while officers work through the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Police Presence Along South Ocean Boulevard

The Myrtle Beach Police Department did not release the person’s name, age, condition or additional details about what led to the reported shooting.

The location, along a busy stretch of South Ocean Boulevard, drew a continued police response as officers remained on scene during the investigation.

Anyone with additional information is asked to contact the Myrtle Beach Police Department’s non-emergency line at 843-918-1382.

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Key Points
• One person hospitalized after reported self-inflicted gunshot wound Saturday
• Incident happened inside a room at 1905 South Ocean Boulevard
• Myrtle Beach Police say the investigation remains active

Current Status

No other injuries were reported in the department’s initial update. Myrtle Beach Police have not announced any charges or identified any public safety threat connected to the incident.

The case remains under investigation as officers continue gathering information.

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