Crime & Safety Report for 8837 Oakwood Dr, Lake Wales, FL 33898

Review crime and safety information near 8837 Oakwood Dr, Lake Wales, FL 33898. 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

$325,000 | 3 bd | 3 ba | 2,054 sqft

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

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Full report contains 16 offenders within 5 miles and 40 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

16 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 8837 Oakwood Dr, Lake Wales, FL 33898

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

FRANKLIN, MICHAEL SHANE

43 years old

Child Involved

SEX BAT BY JUVEN/VCTM UNDER 12; F.S. 794.011(2)

2024-09-02T17:06:34

SEX BAT/INJ NOT LIKELY; F.S. 794.011(5)

2024-09-02T17:06:34

SEX BATT/COERCE CHILD BY ADULT; F.S. 794.011(8)(b)

2024-09-02T17:06:34

245 LIBBY ALICO RD BABSON PARK, FL, 33827
3.9 Medium
Offender photo

GOLASZEWSKI, EDWARD KEITH

68 years old

Child Involved

SEX BATT/COERCE CHILD BY ADULT; F.S. 794.011(2)(b) (PRINCIPAL)

2024-09-02T17:06:34

SEX BATT/COERCE CHILD BY ADULT; F.S. 794.011(2)(b) (PRINCIPAL)

2024-09-02T17:06:34

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

2024-09-02T17:06:34

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

2024-09-02T17:06:34

1652 WILLIAMS RD BABSON PARK, FL, 33827
4.3 Medium
Offender photo

GRAHAM, BOB GENE

61 years old

106 TEE LN BABSON PARK, FL, 33827
4.9 Medium
Offender photo

LEEKS, WILLIS EVANT

61 years old

Child Involved

Sex Offender Fail Comply Registration; F.s. 943.0435(9) (PRINCIPAL)

2024-09-02T17:06:34

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

2024-09-02T17:06:34

812 LINDUS PARK RD BABSON PARK, FL, 33827
4.7 Medium
Offender photo

SMITH, HEATHER

41 years old

Child Involved

Unlawful Sexual Activity with Certain Minors 16/17 yr old; F.S. 794.05(1)

2024-09-02T17:06:34

598 BELCHER RD BABSON PARK, FL, 33827
4.3 Medium

40 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

40 Crime & Incidents by Severity
7 Severe
1 Medium
1 Low
31 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 06:37 AM

Club Cir, Lake Wales, FL 33898

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was reported for a sick person near Club Circle. Rescue and engine units were dispatched.

Medical Emergency

07/12/2026 02:01 PM

5th Ave, Babson Park, FL 33827

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a sick person medical call was reported near Ninth Street North off Fifth Avenue. Rescue 17 and Engine 17 responded.

Medical Emergency

07/10/2026 07:25 PM

Club Cir, Lake Wales, FL 33898

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving a conscious 89-year-old female with low blood glucose occurred near Club Circle. Rescue 14 and Engine 14 are responding.

Medical Emergency

07/10/2026 11:10 AM

FL-60 E, Lake Wales, FL 33898

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a female patient is reported to have slight pain from the right shoulder toward the neck and is alert and oriented at a Dollar General parking lot.

Medical Emergency

07/10/2026 07:23 AM

Avocado Dr, Indian Lake Estates, FL 33855

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a fall patient incident occurred near Avocado Drive with Rescue 14 assigned.

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