Man faces domestic violence charge after standoff with Horry County, Loris police

Man faces domestic violence charge after standoff with Horry County, Loris police

HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) -- A man is facing multiple charges including domestic violence after an incident that drew Loris and Horry County police to the city's downtown on Wednesday, authorities said. Horry County police said in a Facebook post that officers were assisting Loris officers on the 2000 block of Main Street. SWAT team members were seen in the area. News13 photo / Alec DanielsNews13 photo / Alec DanielsNews13 photo / Alec DanielsNe…

Police on scene of standoff in downtown Loris, chief confirms

Authorities are asking people to avoid an area of downtown Loris amid a police standoff situation.

Man Arrested After Standoff Situation In Downtown Loris

A standoff took place in the downtown Loris area Wednesday afternoon. Officers were called to the 2000 block of Main Street on reports of domestic violence. When officials arrived, they attempted to arrest Samuel Long. Before they could, the suspect pulled out a firearm and pointed it at his head. Officers then began negotiating with him. Horry County Police Special Operations were called to the scene due to the potential threat to neighbors and…