Crime & Safety Report for 897 Lantern Way, Clearwater, FL 33765

Review crime and safety information near 897 Lantern Way, Clearwater, FL 33765. 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

$379,000 | 2 bd | 2 ba | 1,638 sqft

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

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Full report contains 344 offenders within 5 miles and 11117 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

344 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 897 Lantern Way, Clearwater, FL 33765

344 Registered Offenders Nearby
21 Rape
196 Child Involved
34 Assault
118 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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GRIFFIN, WALTER WAYNE

74 years old

Rapist

25 CAUSEWAY BLVD CLEARWATER, FL, 33767
4.6 Medium
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BROOKS, ANTHONY DARRYL

59 years old

25 CAUSEWAY BLVD CLEARWATER BEACH, FL, 33767
4.6 Medium
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AKRIDGE, DAVID CLYDE

59 years old

Child Involved

111 E VIRGINIA LN CLEARWATER, FL, 33759
2.1 Medium
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ARCHONTAKIS, NIKOLAUS

44 years old

Child Involved

2835 SAINT JOHN DR CLEARWATER, FL, 33759
2 Medium
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CLAYTON, JOHN FRANCIS

60 years old

385 ELIZABETH AVE CLEARWATER, FL, 33759
2.2 Medium

11117 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

11117 Crime & Incidents by Severity
781 Severe
833 Medium
2133 Low
7370 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Traffic

07/16/2026 10:25 PM

Main St & Lazy Lake Rd E, Dunedin, FL 34698

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducts a traffic stop at the intersection of Main Street and Lazy Lake Road involving a red Jeep SUV with a reported Florida license plate.

Theft Report

07/16/2026 10:24 PM

Sunset Point Rd, Clearwater, FL 33765

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported theft in progress at a 7-Eleven near Sunset Point Road and N Hercules Avenue in Clearwater. Two males wearing all black were reported stealing/concealing items inside the store, and an employee requested they be trespassed. The individuals reportedly walked away from the area, possibly west to east.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 10:20 PM

Patricia Ave, Dunedin, FL 34698

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a sick person was reported near Patricia Avenue at Salterra in Dunedin. Medic 60 and Fire Attack Golf were dispatched to the scene.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 10:19 PM

Patricia Ave, Dunedin, FL 34698

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a possible medical emergency near Patricia Avenue involving a code 219 alpha, Bravo.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 10:11 PM

Belcher Rd, Largo, FL 33771

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a possible medical emergency near Belcher Road and 85th.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
PLATO ACADEMY CLEARWATER0.1 mi
PINELLAS GULF COAST ACADEMY0.4 mi
HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND0.4 mi
PINELLAS TELESCHOOL0.4 mi
SKYCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL0.8 mi
CLEARWATER FUNDAMENTAL MIDDLE SCHOOL1.0 mi
CLEARWATER HIGH SCHOOL1.1 mi
PLUMB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL1.7 mi
KINGS HIGHWAY ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL1.8 mi
EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL1.9 mi
OAK GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL1.9 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 897 Lantern Way 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?

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