South Carolina shooting leaves at least 11 hospitalized in Horry County

A shooting in western South Carolina left at least 11 people hospitalized over the Memorial Day weekend, police say.

Shots rang out near a boat dock in Little River, South Carolina, late Sunday, May 25, the Horry County Police Department confirmed on Facebook at 9:30 p.m. local time.

The shooting seemingly resulted from an argument on a docked charter boat during a private Memorial Day weekend gathering, the Horry County Police Department told USA TODAY.

First responders transported 11 victims to local hospitals while others reportedly arrived via personal vehicles, according to Horry County Police. At least 10 of those victims suffered gunshot wounds with the worst of the injuries being in critical but stable condition.

Police called the shooting an "isolated incident" adding that there is "no risk to the community at this time."

Horry County Police did not confirm whether any arrests were made in connection with the shooting but said it will work to "identify the person or persons responsible."

Officer's leg injured in accidental firing in Little River

A North Myrtle Beach Police Officer's leg was injured Sunday evening after accidently discharging their weapon while responding to a separate call in the Little River area.

The officer was taken to a local hospital and is in stable condition, according to the North Myrtle Beach Police Department.

"No other individuals were injured, and there is no ongoing threat to public safety," North Myrtle Beach Public Information Officer Lauren Jessie told USA TODAY. "We are grateful for the quick response of medical personnel and assisting agencies."