Crime & Safety Report for 1285 Cortez, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Review crime and safety information near 1285 Cortez, Laguna Beach, CA 92651. HoodScore summarizes nearby reported incidents, registered sex offenders, and neighborhood safety indicators to help buyers and renters perform better location due diligence.

Generated At — 2026-07-25

$4,175,000 | 2 bd | 2 ba | 1,088 sqft

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

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Full report contains 41 offenders within 5 miles and 234 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

41 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 1285 Cortez, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

41 Registered Offenders Nearby
7 Rape
30 Child Involved
5 Assault
4 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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CHAMP, JEFFREY THOMAS

52 years old

Child Involved

Not Provided ALISO VIEJO, CA, 92656
3.7 Medium
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ABDUL-HAFIZ, JAMAL YASSIR

38 years old

Child Involved

11 SHERWOOD DR ALISO VIEJO, CA, 92656
2.8 Medium
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DUENAS, ANDY GUTIERREZ

29 years old

Child Involved

23411 SUMMERFIELD ALISO VIEJO, CA, 92656
4.2 Medium
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CELLI, GABRIEL DAVID

46 years old

Child Involved

24761 CHARLTON DR LAGUNA HILLS, CA, 92653
4.9 Medium
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EMILIANO, PAUL RALPH

44 years old

Child Involved

63 BRAIRWOOD LN ALISO VIEJO, CA, 92656
4.2 Medium

234 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

234 Crime & Incidents by Severity
24 Severe
8 Medium
15 Low
187 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 08:08 PM

Mira Verde, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units are dispatched for a possible stroke patient at a residence near Mira Verde in Laguna Niguel.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 07:31 PM

Landing, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid dispatched near Landing Street with a reported 4 Mike 19-31 response.

Substance Use

07/16/2026 06:27 PM

CA-133 & Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible DUI involving a white Toyota Camry last seen traveling northbound on state route 133 near Laguna Canyon Road, with officers advised of a partial license plate.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 06:13 PM

Oakmont Pl, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid was dispatched for chest pain near Oakmont Place. Unit 5 responded to the scene.

Fire

07/16/2026 03:29 PM

Pacific Park Dr, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a possible automatic smoke detector alarm at a treatment hospital near Pacific Park Drive in Aliso Viejo. A separate call mentioned a possible diabetic medical emergency on Stanton Avenue.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Laguna Beach High1.3 mi
Top of the World Elementary1.3 mi
Thurston Middle1.5 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 1285 Cortez 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?

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