The city of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and the wider Horry County region are seeing significant systemic changes following a critical oversight in a high-profile legal case. The Horry County Sheriff’s Office officially announced on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, that it has overhauled its victim notification procedures. These reforms come as a direct response to a failure to inform the family of Grayson Meyers regarding the release of a suspect into home detention. Grayson was tragically killed in a shooting at the iconic Peaches Corner restaurant in June 2025, an event that continues to resonate through the coastal community.
The controversy arose in March when Evany McCray, a suspect in the fatal shooting, was ordered to home detention. Despite the sensitive nature of the case, Grayson’s family was not notified of this change in status—a requirement intended to provide transparency and peace of mind to victims’ kin. The sheriff’s office has since acknowledged that this notification is the explicit responsibility of the Community, Corrections, and Enforcement team. The oversight has sparked frustration among local residents, highlighting a breakdown in communication between law enforcement and the families they serve.
In an effort to ensure such a lapse never recurs, the sheriff’s office has implemented a new, rigorous logging system. Deputies are now required to maintain a dedicated log sheet that includes the names of victims and confirmed contact dates for their families before any change in a suspect’s detention status is finalized. This move toward greater accountability is seen as a necessary step in restoring public trust within Horry County.
As Myrtle Beach continues to process the legacy of the 2025 incident, these procedural updates serve as a reminder of the vital link between administrative diligence and the healing process for grieving families. While the legal proceedings against the suspects continue, the focus remains on seeking justice for Grayson Meyers and ensuring that the rights of victims are prioritized at every stage of the judicial journey.
