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Myrtle Beach, SC (April 9, 2026) – Several adults and juveniles were injured on Thursday, April 9, after a head-on crash involving two vehicles near 29th Avenue North and Resort Drive in Myrtle Beach.

Emergency crews arrived at the scene around 6:36 p.m. after reports of a two-car head-on collision in the area. Paramedics provided immediate medical attention before transporting them to a nearby hospital for further care. All injuries were reported as non-life-threatening.

The incident remains under investigation.

We wish the injured individuals a full and swift recovery.

How To Document Injuries After a Car Accident in South Carolina

Seeking a medical evaluation right after a crash helps establish a medical record. Doctors can identify injuries that may not be immediately visible, such as soft tissue damage or internal trauma. Early records also create a direct timeline linking injuries to the accident date.

Photographs of visible injuries, including cuts, bruises, or swelling, should be taken as soon as possible after the crash. Clear, timestamped images from multiple angles provide strong visual evidence. Updating photos over several days helps show how injuries developed or worsened over time.

Keeping a personal injury journal helps track daily pain levels, physical limitations, and changes in symptoms. Brief, consistent entries made shortly after each day add credibility to injury claims. Notes about missed work or disrupted daily activities can also be useful later.

Medical bills, prescription receipts, and treatment summaries should be collected and stored in one place. Organized records make it easier to account for all expenses connected to the crash. Gaps in documentation can complicate the claims process, so saving every record matters.

Physical evidence beyond injuries also plays a role in building a strong claim. Torn or bloodstained clothing, damaged personal property, and photos of the crash scene can connect injuries directly to the collision. These items should be preserved and not discarded before speaking with an attorney.

Injured people sometimes make avoidable errors after a crash that weakens their documentation. Waiting too long to seek treatment, posting on social media, or giving recorded statements to insurance adjusters without legal guidance can create problems. Staying consistent and cautious with what is shared protects the integrity of a claim.

A car accident lawyer can help organize medical records, identify documentation gaps, and connect the evidence to the legal claim. Our team at The Arndt Law Firm handles personal injury cases across South Carolina, including crashes involving multiple vehicles and injury claims of varying complexity.

If you were injured in a car accident in South Carolina, you can call us at (843) 469-8777 to discuss your case and learn more about your legal options.

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.