Crime & Safety Report for 262 Broughton Dr., Myrtle Beach, SC 29579

Review crime and safety information near 262 Broughton Dr., Myrtle Beach, SC 29579. HoodScore summarizes nearby reported incidents, registered sex offenders, and neighborhood safety indicators to help buyers and renters perform better location due diligence.

Generated At — 2026-07-25

$514,900 | 3 bd | 2 ba | 2,030 sqft

Distance rings: 1 mi and 2 mi from the property.

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Full report contains 209 offenders within 5 miles and 1084 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

209 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 262 Broughton Dr., Myrtle Beach, SC 29579

209 Registered Offenders Nearby
1 Rape
0 Child Involved
1 Assault
208 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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MICKLA, EDWARD ALEXANDER

74 years old

Rapist

Violent

SEX OFFENSE, OTHER STATE (AGGRAVATED SEXUAL ASSAULT)

2025-08-27T15:49:34

LAST REPORTED ADDRESS - OUT OF STATE MYRTLE BEACH, SC, 29577
2.7 Medium
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MYERS, LORENZO JAMAR

42 years old

1219 CELEBRITY CIR R6 MYRTLE BEACH, SC, 29577
2.1 Medium
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JONES, RUSSELL WAYNE

63 years old

3230 SHETLAND LN MYRTLE BEACH, SC, 29577
4.8 Medium
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ANDERSON, STACY SEARLE

52 years old

1500 48TH AVE N EXT MYRTLE BEACH, SC, 29577
1.3 Medium
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BENNER, JOSEPH PAUL JAMES

43 years old

4401 N KINGS HWY MYRTLE BEACH, SC, 29577
2.5 Medium

1084 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

1084 Crime & Incidents by Severity
159 Severe
85 Medium
182 Low
658 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Fire

07/16/2026 08:43 PM

S Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm activation at a high-rise building on South Ocean Boulevard in Myrtle Beach. Engine 3 arrived, reported nothing visible, and began investigating the alarm.

Other Non-Crime Event

07/16/2026 07:01 PM

N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for a possible elevator rescue at Palms North Building near North Ocean Boulevard in Myrtle Beach.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 07:01 PM

N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, rescue units are responding to an elevator emergency near North Ocean Boulevard in Myrtle Beach.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 06:54 PM

82nd Pkwy, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical incident involving one patient who was transported by Medic 30 to Grand Strand. Engine 2 is out of service for decontamination after the call.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 06:23 PM

Hawthorne Ln a, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services responded to a call for breathing problems near Hawthorne Lane, apartment A.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
River Oaks Elementary0.8 mi
Ten Oaks Middle1.4 mi
Academy For Arts/Science/Technology1.6 mi
Ocean Bay Middle1.7 mi
Ocean Bay Elementary1.9 mi
Myrtle Beach High2.0 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 262 Broughton Dr. in a low-crime area?

The current report summarizes crime-related incidents within 5 miles during the last 12 months. HoodScore compares these records with relevant benchmarks, but no report can guarantee future safety.

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