Crime & Safety Report for 3305 Margerum Rd, Cherokee, AL 35616

Review crime and safety information near 3305 Margerum Rd, Cherokee, AL 35616. HoodScore summarizes nearby reported incidents, registered sex offenders, and neighborhood safety indicators to help buyers and renters perform better location due diligence.

Generated At — 2026-07-26

$1,499,000 | 4 bd | 4 ba | 3,500 sqft

Distance rings: 1 mi and 2 mi from the property.

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Full report contains 3 offenders within 5 miles and 42 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

3 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 3305 Margerum Rd, Cherokee, AL 35616

3 Registered Offenders Nearby
1 Rape
0 Child Involved
0 Assault
2 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
Offender photo

TOLISON, DONAVON UON

51 years old

568.045-001Y20033899.0 - FAMILY OFFENSES

2025-08-28T21:27:25

415 WHITAKER AVE CHEROKEE, AL, 35616
2.3 Medium

42 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

42 Crime & Incidents by Severity
7 Severe
6 Medium
6 Low
23 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Fire

07/16/2026 09:21 PM

2nd St, Cherokee, AL 35616

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews and EMS responded to an apartment building on 2nd Street in Cherokee for a possible fire alarm that had not reset, focusing on one specific apartment unit.

Disturbance

07/14/2026 01:20 PM

Buchanan Peninsula Rd, Cherokee, AL 35616

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a reported harassment incident near Buchanan Peninsula Road in Cherokee, Alabama. The caller said several men doing yard work were taking photos and yelling at him from their property line, and they were reportedly driving a Polaris-style side-by-side vehicle. Units were dispatched to check the situation.

Medical Emergency

07/14/2026 10:12 AM

Gilbert Ln, Cherokee, AL 35616

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was reported near Gilbert Lane for a 51-year-old woman experiencing breathing difficulties. An update mentions a red 303 code.

Medical Emergency

07/14/2026 09:50 AM

Allsboro Rd, Cherokee, AL 35616

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders are assisting with a lift assist medical call near Allsboro Road. Multiple rescue units have been paged to help Lawrence County EMS on scene, though some units have not answered initial pages.

Traffic

07/12/2026 01:26 PM

2nd St, Cherokee, AL 35616

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, a unit reported being out at the intersection of Second Street and Gate 6 to assist a stranded motorist.

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Frequently asked questions

Is 3305 Margerum Rd in a low-crime area?

The current report summarizes crime-related incidents within 5 miles during the last 12 months. HoodScore compares these records with relevant benchmarks, but no report can guarantee future safety.

Why are traffic and medical calls shown separately from crime?

Traffic, medical and fire records are public-safety incidents but are not necessarily crimes. HoodScore separates them to avoid overstating the crime count.

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