Crime & Safety Report for 4956 Creekside Trl, Sarasota, FL 34243

Review crime and safety information near 4956 Creekside Trl, Sarasota, FL 34243. 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

$524,950 | 4 bd | 2 ba | 2,362 sqft

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

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Full report contains 187 offenders within 5 miles and 2297 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

187 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 4956 Creekside Trl, Sarasota, FL 34243

187 Registered Offenders Nearby
9 Rape
92 Child Involved
21 Assault
80 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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STRAITWELL, JAMES

55 years old

Child Involved

LEWD,LASCIVIOUS CHILD U/16; F.S. 800.04 (PRINCIPAL)

2025-08-27T16:02:27

SEX BAT/COERCES BY THREAT; F.S. 794.011(4)(b) (PRINCIPAL)

2025-08-27T16:02:27

5519 WHITEHEAD ST BRADENTON, FL, 34203
1.4 Medium
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WELLES, DOUGLAS LESTER

69 years old

Child Involved

1512 60TH AVENUE DR E BRADENTON, FL, 34203
3.4 Medium
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WALDIE, CORY ROBERT

42 years old

1526 60TH AVENUE DR E BRADENTON, FL, 34203
3.3 Medium
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KEYT, GREGORY WAYNE

72 years old

1520 60TH AVENUE DR E BRADENTON, FL, 34203
3.3 Medium
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LIGHTNER, JASON

49 years old

Child Involved

716 57TH AVE E BRADENTON, FL, 34203
4.1 Medium

2297 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

2297 Crime & Incidents by Severity
222 Severe
186 Medium
279 Low
1610 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 09:46 PM

57th Ave Dr W & 5th St W, Bayshore Gardens, FL 34207

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was dispatched for a laceration near 5th Street West and 57th Avenue Drive West in Bradenton.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 09:13 PM

Lost Creek Terrace, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call for chest pain was reported near Lost Creek Terrace in Bradenton. Emergency unit Alpha 17 responded.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 09:11 PM

56th Ave Dr W, Bayshore Gardens, FL 34207

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a psychiatric emergency involving a potentially intoxicated and violent patient walking near 56th Avenue Drive West has been reported. Fire and medical units are responding, with non-emergency transport requested. The incident may involve patient agitation or impairment.

Domestic Dispute

07/16/2026 09:06 PM

N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34234

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible domestic disturbance between a man and a woman at a unit in a shopping plaza on North Tamiami Trail. The man reportedly took the phone and ended the call, and dispatch is attempting to call back.

Fire

07/16/2026 09:00 PM

64th Terrace E, Bradenton, FL 34203

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported commercial fire alarm at a fast-food restaurant on State Road 64 East in Bradenton, with units directed to a specific entrance and crisis unit room at the location.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
TARA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL1.4 mi
MANATEE TECHNICAL COLLEGE2.0 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 4956 Creekside Trl 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.

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