Myrtle Beach, SC (July 22, 2026) – Three people were hospitalized after a three-vehicle crash involving a Horry County Police officer on Socastee Boulevard, also known as Highway 707, near Village Drive on Monday night, July 20.
Officials were sent to the area shortly before 9 p.m. The crash blocked lanes of traffic in the area as crews worked at the scene. Three people were taken to the hospital with injuries. Additional details about the injured individuals and their conditions have not been released.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available. We are thinking of those injured as they receive medical care.
Our thoughts go out to those injured in the incident and their families.
How Multi-Vehicle Crashes Can Create Complex Scenes
Crashes involving multiple vehicles can require careful review because several movements and factors may contribute to what happened. Investigators may examine vehicle positions, roadway conditions, and available evidence to better understand the sequence of events.
Busy roads and intersections can present added challenges when several vehicles are involved. Traffic patterns, visibility, and driver actions may all affect how a collision develops. Emergency crews may also need to manage traffic restrictions while assisting people involved and clearing the roadway.
