Crime & Safety Report for 8838 Wild Dunes Dr, Sarasota, FL 34241

Review crime and safety information near 8838 Wild Dunes Dr, Sarasota, FL 34241. 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

$995,000 | 3 bd | 3 ba | 3,304 sqft

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

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Full report contains 48 offenders within 5 miles and 870 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

48 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 8838 Wild Dunes Dr, Sarasota, FL 34241

48 Registered Offenders Nearby
4 Rape
27 Child Involved
4 Assault
16 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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COX, RICHARD G

79 years old

Child Involved

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

2024-09-02T17:06:34

5612 S OAK CT SARASOTA, FL, 34232
4.3 Medium
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WHISTLER, SARAH SOPHIA

32 years old

Child Involved

Produce, Direct, Promote Sexual Perform. by Child; F.S. 827.071(3)

2024-09-02T17:06:34

Produce, Direct, Promote Sexual Perform. by Child; F.S. 827.071(3)

2024-09-02T17:06:34

5424 HAYDEN BLVD SARASOTA, FL, 34232
4.1 Medium
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BLANTON, DUSTIN CARL

41 years old

Violent

Lewd or lascivious molestation victim 12-15 years old offender under 18 years old; F.S. 800.04(5)(d)

2024-09-02T17:06:34

SEX OFFENSE, OTHER STATE (SEXUAL BATTERY)

2024-09-02T17:06:34

3972 PALAU DR SARASOTA, FL, 34241
2.2 Medium
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LEE, ROBERT CURT

63 years old

Child Involved

TRANSIENT SARASOTA, FL, 34233
4.6 Medium
Offender photo

MAGNER, DANIEL P

59 years old

Child Involved

4155 CENTER GATE BLVD SARASOTA, FL, 34233
4 Medium

870 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

870 Crime & Incidents by Severity
89 Severe
71 Medium
111 Low
599 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 09:43 PM

Clark Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency appears to have occurred at the Wawa near Clark Road and Honore Avenue. Emergency units including Rescue 16 and Engine 16 were dispatched to the scene.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 09:42 PM

Friendship Dr, Sarasota, FL 34241

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency is reported near Friendship Drive and the cross streets of Santo Avenue and Westminster Drive in Lake Sarasota. Rescue 9 was dispatched to the location, grid 149.

Substance Use

07/16/2026 09:38 PM

Clark Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, units respond to a possible alcohol-related medical emergency involving a juvenile female at a Wawa near Clark Road and Honore Avenue. She is reported to be breathing but unconscious, and routine EMS has been requested.

Substance Use

07/16/2026 09:37 PM

Clark Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a medical call at a Wawa near Clark Road and Honore Avenue involving a group of young females. One juvenile was reportedly unconscious but breathing, with a possible alcohol-related issue, and routine EMS was requested.

Suspicious Activity

07/16/2026 09:28 PM

Antrim Dr, Sarasota, FL 34240

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a possible suspicious person at an apartment complex on Antrim Drive near Manning Court, where someone was reportedly attempting to open a back door.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
OAK PARK SCHOOL1.9 mi
LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL2.0 mi

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Is 8838 Wild Dunes Dr in a low-crime area?

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