Crime & Safety Report for 6542 Ocean Crest Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

Review crime and safety information near 6542 Ocean Crest Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA. 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 44 offenders within 5 miles and 867 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

44 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 6542 Ocean Crest Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

44 Registered Offenders Nearby
1 Rape
13 Child Involved
1 Assault
30 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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SERKIN, ARNOLD LEE

79 years old

28503 ROBINVIEW LN RANCHO PALOS VERDES, CA, 90275
1.6 Medium
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WARBRITTON, JOHN

70 years old

417 VIA LA SELVA REDONDO BEACH, CA, 90277
3.3 Medium
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BEACH, ROBERT WILLIAM

78 years old

22213 REDBEAM AVE TORRANCE, CA, 90505
4.5 Medium
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DUFFIN, JAMES MARLO

71 years old

2654 DALEMEAD ST TORRANCE, CA, 90505
4 Medium
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KISLING, STEVEN MICHAEL

58 years old

3706 226 ST TORRANCE, CA, 90505
4.8 Medium

867 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

867 Crime & Incidents by Severity
107 Severe
78 Medium
107 Low
575 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Fire

07/16/2026 09:28 PM

Hawkhurst Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275

MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible structure fire near Hawkhurst Drive, with responding units directed to use command 20.

Fire

07/16/2026 09:18 PM

Hawthorne Blvd, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275

MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units were dispatched code three to a reported garage fire near Hawthorne Boulevard in Rancho Palos Verdes.

Fire

07/16/2026 09:13 PM

Hawkhurst Dr, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275

MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews and a battalion chief were dispatched to a reported garage fire near Hawkhurst Drive and Rock Valley Road in Rancho Palos Verdes.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 08:20 PM

Delos Dr, Torrance, CA 90505

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving a possible fall or back injury was reported near Delos Drive in Altona Park. Units including Engine 92, RA 94, and BLS 92 were dispatched.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 06:44 PM

C. Mayor, Torrance, CA 90505

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and medical units were dispatched to a possible medical emergency involving an ill person near the 4300 block of Calle Mayor in Torrance.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Vista Grande Elementary0.7 mi
Ridgecrest Intermediate0.9 mi
Point Vicente Elementary1.0 mi
Lunada Bay Elementary1.4 mi
Palos Verdes Intermediate1.4 mi
Palos Verdes Peninsula High1.6 mi
Soleado Elementary1.7 mi
Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary1.7 mi
Montemalaga Elementary1.9 mi
Palos Verdes Distance Learning Academy1.9 mi
Palos Verdes High1.9 mi

Frequently asked questions

Is 6542 Ocean Crest Dr 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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