Myrtle Beach couple claims Christmas Day fire at adjacent complex ruined their home

Myrtle Beach couple claims Christmas Day fire at adjacent complex ruined their home

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) -- A 2024 Christmas Day fire that displaced 19 people from a Myrtle Beach apartment complex also caused nearly $200,000 in damages to an adjacent home, a recently filed lawsuit claims. Jose and Claudia Garcia, who live next door to the 308 2nd Ave N. Atlantic Sands motel sued its owner May 5 for negligence and violations of the state's Unfair Trade Practices Act. Photo courtesy of RTM Engineering According to the compl…