Crime & Safety Report for 18486 Via Candela, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091

Review crime and safety information near 18486 Via Candela, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091. 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

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

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Full report contains 17 offenders within 5 miles and 462 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

17 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 18486 Via Candela, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091

17 Registered Offenders Nearby
1 Rape
14 Child Involved
5 Assault
2 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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NICHOLSON, THOMAS TERRY

60 years old

Rapist

Violent

1075 LA REINA DR SAN MARCOS, CA, 92078
4.7 Medium
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STURGES, DAVID ALLEN

75 years old

Child Involved

Not Provided ESCONDIDO, CA, 92029
4.2 Medium
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NICHOLSON, THOMAS TERRY

61 years old

Not Provided SAN MARCOS, CA, 92078
4.4 Medium
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MARQUEZ, ADRIAN

49 years old

Child Involved

LEWD OR LASCIVIOUS ACTS WITH A CHILD UNDER 14 YEARS OF AGE

2025-08-24T08:34:47

1900 NORTHSTAR WAY SAN MARCOS, CA, 92078
3.3 Medium
Offender photo

SHEHAN, DANIEL EDWARD

70 years old

Child Involved

LEWD OR LASCIVIOUS ACTS WITH A CHILD UNDER 14 YEARS OF AGE

2024-09-02T17:18:09

1466 BIG CANYON TERRACE CARDIFF BY THE SEA, CA, 92007
4.7 Medium

462 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

462 Crime & Incidents by Severity
53 Severe
29 Medium
55 Low
325 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 09:25 PM

Sweet Leilani Ln, San Diego, CA 92127

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a reported hemorrhage at a residence on Sweet Melani Lane in the Rancho Santa Fe area of San Diego. Engine 264 and Medic 264 were assigned to the medical call.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 08:49 PM

S El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical aid call was dispatched to La Mirada Senior Living near El Camino Real, involving room (number withheld) and Engine 105.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 08:31 PM

Circa Del Norte, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a basic life support medical call was dispatched for a fall near Circa Del Norte in Rancho Santa Fe. Responders found two young children alone in an apartment when no adults were present at the time. The reporting party was the father, and the mother was reportedly at the gate or apartment entrance.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 05:00 PM

San Marino Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible abdominal pain call was reported near San Marino Drive at The Meridian apartment complex in San Marcos. Emergency units were dispatched.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 04:57 PM

San Marino Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call for abdominal pain was reported near San Marino Drive in San Marcos, involving Engine 142 and RA 145 units. The call referenced apartment (number withheld).

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