One killed, one injured in collision on 21st Avenue South
MYRTLE BEACH, SC, (August 03, 2025) - A 39-year-old man was taken into custody following a hit-and-run incident that left one person dead and another injured early Sunday morning in Myrtle Beach.
Bryan O’Neal Thomas was taken into custody following a crash on 21st Avenue South near Kings Highway that killed one person and injured another.
According to police, Bryan O’Neal Thomas was driving on 21st Avenue South near Kings Highway shortly after midnight when he struck two individuals and fled the scene. One victim was killed, and the other sustained injuries.
The Myrtle Beach Police Department’s real-time crime unit assisted officers in locating the suspect vehicle. Thomas appeared for a bond hearing Monday morning in Myrtle Beach Municipal Court.
Additional details about the incident have not yet been released, as the investigation remains ongoing.
PEDESTRIAN HIT-AND-RUN ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION
Candice Bond, an experienced hit-and-run accident attorney, was interviewed and provided her thoughts on incidents such as this one.
“Separate from criminal charges, a victim’s family may be entitled to compensation through a civil lawsuit against the responsible party,” said Bond, Managing Partner of Bond Legal and a national analyst for The Legal Advocate. “In addition to the diligent work of law enforcement, an attorney can re-interview important witnesses, analyze any surveillance video from the scene of the crash and obtain phone and texting records of the liable party.”
Added Bond, national analyst for The Legal Advocate, “Serving as an advocate, an attorney can help compassionately guide families during this difficult time, protecting their rights while ensuring that drivers who don't obey traffic laws are held accountable.”
Each year from 2021-2023 saw more than 143,000 accidents and more than 1,000 fatalities in South Carolina, according to the state's Department of Public Safety. There is one fatal collision every nine hours on average in the state, and one injury collision every 15 minutes.
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
Pending the results of the investigation, the family of the person killed may be entitled to pursue a wrongful death claim to seek compensation for funeral expenses, loss of love and companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.
“It is crucial for families to retain an attorney when pursuing a wrongful death claim, as it allows for proper negotiation with insurance companies on the client’s behalf,” said Candice Bond, Managing Partner at Bond Legal. “Insurance companies often attempt to push for quick settlements that undervalue the case. An experienced attorney will fight to ensure families are treated with dignity and receive the full compensation they deserve.”
In addition, the person injured in the accident may be entitled to file a personal injury claim to recover damages for medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, lost income, pain and suffering, and emotional trauma.
If you’ve been injured or lost a loved one in a hit-and-run, national legal analyst Candice Bond is available for a free, no-obligation consultation.
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