In the quiet community of Longs, South Carolina, a grim discovery was made on the morning of January 9, 2025. The body of 16-year-old Lorenzo Evans, a male student from Myrtle Beach High School, was found in a wooded area off of Pint Circle. The Horry County Police Department was called to the scene at approximately 8:31 a.m., where they pronounced the young man deceased.
An investigation into his death was promptly launched, with the Horry County Coroner's Office determining that Evans had sustained a fatal gunshot wound. It is believed that the shooting occurred sometime on January 8, 2025, the day before his body was discovered. Lorenzo's full name was Lorenzo Tyrone Evans, and he was remembered by loved ones as a respectful and protective young man who had a passion for sports and fashion.
As of the latest available information, the Horry County Police Department is actively investigating the death of Lorenzo Evans as a homicide. Authorities have remained guarded with details surrounding the case, stating that the investigation is ongoing. To date, no arrests have been made, and no suspects have been publicly identified in connection with the shooting. The police have assured the community that they are diligently working on the case but have not released any further information regarding potential motives or the circumstances that led to the teenager's untimely death.
