Elon University Student Killed in Myrtle Beach

21-year-old Jackson Yelle, a Massachusetts native, was visiting Myrtle Beach with members of an Elon University club baseball team.

An Elon University student was killed yesterday in Myrtle Beach. It’s been reported that the death was possibly due to a hit and run. 21-year-old Jackson Yelle, a Massachusetts native, was visiting Myrtle Beach with members of an Elon University club baseball team. Police say he was found unresponsive just before 7:30 am near Highway 17 Bypass and 21st Avenue North. Authorities say Yelle was hit at about 1:30 a.m. while attempting to cross Highway 17. Anyone with information about the investigation is asked to contact the Myrtle Beach Police Department.