Child Dies Following Parking Lot Vehicle Crash on Greens Blvd in Myrtle Beach, SC

Myrtle Beach, SC (August 25, 2026) – On Sunday, August 23, the Myrtle Beach Police Department officers and emergency personnel responded to a pedestrian crash involving a child in a parking lot on Greens Boulevard.

First responders arrived at the scene following reports that a young girl was struck by a vehicle. Emergency medical crews treated the 3-year-old child at the scene before transporting her to Grand Strand Medical Center, where she later died from her injuries.

Authorities have not released further details as the investigation remains ongoing.

Our hearts go out to the family and loved ones of the child during this difficult time.

What Legal Options Apply After a Fatal Child Pedestrian Crash in Myrtle Beach, SC?

Losing a child in a fatal pedestrian crash gives surviving parents specific legal rights under South Carolina law to seek accountability and financial recovery.

To pursue this recovery, South Carolina’s wrongful death statutes require surviving parents to file a civil claim through the personal representative of the child's estate against the negligent driver.

Through this action, parents can seek compensation for both economic and non-economic losses, including necessary emergency medical expenses, funeral and burial costs, and the profound loss of companionship.

Building a successful claim relies on establishing driver liability by demonstrating a failure to exercise proper caution, such as driving recklessly in a parking area or failing to maintain a proper lookout.

Evidence gathered by law enforcement, including police accident reports, driver statements, surveillance footage, and witness accounts, plays a critical role in supporting these allegations in civil court.

Once liability is documented, financial recovery is governed by South Carolina's modified comparative fault standard, which permits recovery provided the victim's assigned share of fault is 50 percent or less.

Additionally, surviving families must comply with South Carolina’s strict three-year statute of limitations, requiring wrongful death actions to be filed within three years from the date of the incident to avoid forfeiting the right to bring a claim.

At The Arndt Law Firm, we support families across South Carolina who are dealing with the aftermath of a devastating vehicular accident. Our wrongful death lawyers can analyze the evidence, explain the statutory requirements for filing a claim, and help you explore all available legal remedies.

If your family is seeking guidance after a fatal car accident in Myrtle Beach, reach out to The Arndt Law Firm at (843) 287-9802. We can walk you through the claims process and help you make informed decisions for your family’s future.

Note: This post has been prepared using information gathered from publicly available secondary sources. The details of the incident have not been independently verified. If you notice any inaccuracies, please contact The Arndt Law Firm so we can promptly review and update the content to ensure accuracy and reliability.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered legal or medical advice. This content does not create an attorney-client relationship and does not constitute a solicitation for legal services. If you have been injured in an accident, you should seek immediate medical attention. Any photographs included in this post are for illustrative purposes only and do not depict the actual scene of the accident.