SLED: Myrtle Beach Police Officer Killed In Shooting And Suspect Dead
MYRTLE BEACH, N.C. — Investigators say officer Jacob Hancher was shot and killed after responding to a domestic call on Saturday, October 3rd.
The suspect died in the exchange of gunfire, and a second officer was injured in the shooting and taken to a local hospital, according to a news release.
"Today we are mourning the loss of one of our officers, PFC Jacob Hancher was killed in the line of duty while responding to a call for service. Officer Hancher has been with the Myrtle Beach Police Department for four years as a Comunity Service Officer and just under one year as a Police Officer. He was a dedicated public servant who upheld his oath to protect this community and made the ultimate sacrifice. Please keep Jacob, his family and his fellow officers in your prayers." – Chief Amy Prock
Posted by Myrtle Beach Police Department on Sunday, October 4, 2020
Police say this is Horry County’s 37th officer involved shooting in South Carolina this year, and the first shooting involving the Myrtle Beach Police Department.
