Wanted Tabor City man arrested following vehicle pursuit in South Carolina

WHITEVILLE, NC (WWAY) — A multi-agency law enforcement effort led to the arrest of a wanted Tabor City man following a vehicle pursuit in South Carolina, according to the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office.

On Aug. 19, officers with the Horry County Police Department attempted to stop a vehicle. The driver reportedly failed to stop, leading officers on a pursuit.

During the pursuit, an occupant of the vehicle allegedly threw a firearm out of the window, according to authorities.

The vehicle eventually stopped, but the driver got out and fled on foot into a wooded area.

Horry County officers identified the driver as Brian David Riggins Jr., 34, of Tabor City, and determined he was a previously federally convicted felon. Warrants were subsequently obtained for his arrest.

The following day, investigators received information about Riggins and outstanding warrants in South Carolina.

Deputies with the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office, Robeson County Sheriff’s Office and members of the Border Belt Task Force worked together to locate Riggins in Robeson County.

Authorities said Riggins was taken into custody.

The Columbus County Sheriff’s Office credited the multi-agency effort with helping locate and apprehend Riggins, emphasizing that criminal activity can cross county and state lines.

The sheriff’s office said its work with regional law enforcement agencies allows investigators to share information, resources and personnel while pursuing wanted suspects.

Officials did not provide additional details about the specific South Carolina charges in the release.