Executive Summary
- Jamarre Alfonzo Clayburn, 24, was arrested for an armed robbery committed on New Year’s Eve.
- The incident occurred at a business on the 1700 block of South Kings Highway in Myrtle Beach.
- Police utilized the Real Time Crime Center to track the suspect immediately after he fled on foot.
- Charges include armed robbery, resisting arrest, loitering, and possession of marijuana.
- Clayburn is currently detained at the J. Reuben Long Detention Center.
A 24-year-old man was taken into custody on Friday in connection with an armed robbery that occurred on New Year’s Eve in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The Myrtle Beach Police Department identified the suspect as Jamarre Alfonzo Clayburn, who faces multiple charges including armed robbery and resisting arrest following the incident on South Kings Highway.
According to the police report, officers responded to the 1700 block of South Kings Highway around 1:42 p.m. on December 31. Investigators state that the suspect approached a business, displayed what appeared to be a firearm, and demanded money before fleeing the area on foot.
Law enforcement officials utilized the department’s Real Time Crime Center to immediately coordinate efforts and track the suspect’s direction of travel. Based on information gathered during the initial investigation, officers successfully located Clayburn and took him into custody.
Booking records from the J. Reuben Long Detention Center confirm that Clayburn has been charged with armed robbery, loitering, resisting arrest, and possession of marijuana. In a released statement, the Myrtle Beach Police Department credited the arrest to the quick response and teamwork of the officers involved, highlighting the role of proactive policing and real-time data in the operation.
Operational & Legal Context
The swift apprehension of the suspect highlights the operational impact of the Real Time Crime Center in managing public safety incidents within commercial districts. By integrating surveillance data with patrol response, law enforcement was able to mitigate the flight risk often associated with armed robberies in high-traffic areas. As the case moves forward, the judicial process will examine the specific evidence regarding the weapon involved and the circumstances of the arrest. It is important to note that all individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
