Murrells Inlet Shooting: 18-Year-Old Injured After Sunday Evening Gunfire on Turntable Road
An 18-year-old was injured in a shooting in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, on Sunday evening, November 1, 2026, prompting a response from the Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities confirmed that the victim suffered a gunshot wound to the lower abdomen and was transported to a nearby hospital for medical treatment.
According to a report from WCBD News 2, deputies were dispatched to Turntable Road shortly before 8 p.m. Sunday after receiving reports of a shooting in the area. When law enforcement officers arrived, they located an 18-year-old male with an apparent gunshot injury.
The victim was found with a wound to his lower abdomen. Emergency medical assistance was arranged, and he was taken to an area hospital for further treatment. Authorities have not released additional information about his medical condition or whether his injuries are considered life-threatening.
Deputies Discover Evidence at Second Location
As part of their investigation, Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office deputies examined the reported shooting scene and collected evidence connected to the incident.
Investigators also located spent shell casings and a live round at a second location along Old River Road. The discovery of ammunition at another location has become part of the ongoing investigation as authorities work to establish the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Officials have not explained whether the evidence found on Old River Road is directly connected to the location where the 18-year-old was injured or whether investigators believe the shooting involved multiple locations.
The sheriff’s office has not released details about what led to the gunfire, how many people may have been involved, or whether the victim knew the person responsible.
No Arrests Announced as Investigation Continues
As of Monday, November 2, the Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office had not publicly announced any arrests in connection with the Murrells Inlet shooting.
Authorities also have not identified a suspect or released information about possible charges. The investigation remains active as deputies continue working to gather evidence and determine what happened before and after the shooting.
The sheriff’s office is asking anyone who may have information about the incident to contact the Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office.
The shooting has raised questions about what happened along Turntable Road and why investigators later discovered ammunition on Old River Road. However, officials have not provided enough information to establish a motive or identify anyone responsible.
For now, the confirmed details remain limited. One 18-year-old was injured, deputies recovered ammunition-related evidence at a second location, and the investigation is ongoing.
Additional information may become available as the Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office releases further updates.