Crime & Safety Report for 1780 Merton Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30306

Review crime and safety information near 1780 Merton Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30306. 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

$3,300,000 | 4 bd | 6 ba | 6,858 sqft

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

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Full report contains 441 offenders within 5 miles and 22872 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

441 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 1780 Merton Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30306

441 Registered Offenders Nearby
194 Rape
273 Child Involved
107 Assault
81 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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SHANNON, DAVID GENE

59 years old

Child Involved

WELLBORN TRACE DECATUR, GA, 30058
3.9 Medium
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WEEMS, MARCUS JERMAINE

52 years old

PARKWAY DIVE ATLANTA, GA, 30308
2.7 Medium
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WHITE, JASON MATTHEW

54 years old

MYRTLE ST ATLANTA, GA, 30308
2.3 Medium
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COOK, VIRGIL LEE

62 years old

Child Involved

ABSCONDED DECATUR, GA, 30034
3.9 Medium
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GRIFFIN, KEITH A

61 years old

Child Involved

HOMELESS DECATUR, GA, 30034
3.9 Medium

22872 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

22872 Crime & Incidents by Severity
2789 Severe
2685 Medium
6002 Low
11396 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 11:06 PM

St Charles Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check was dispatched to an apartment near St Charles Avenue Northeast regarding a 63-year-old man. The caller will be on the scene.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 11:06 PM

Decatur St. SE, Atlanta, GA 30303

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews are dispatched to a location on Decatur Street Southeast in Atlanta for a reported Code 3 traumatic injury.

Traffic

07/16/2026 11:03 PM

King Memorial, 377 Decatur St SE & Grant Street, Atlanta, GA 30312

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible road accident in the area of King Memorial station in Atlanta, though the exact circumstances and vehicles involved are unclear.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 11:02 PM

King Memorial, 377 Decatur St SE & Grant Street, Atlanta, GA 30312

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, medical assistance was reported at King Memorial platform for a person who was reportedly able to move under their own power. Responders were waiting on a wheelchair and 911 was on scene or being contacted.

Stolen Vehicle

07/16/2026 11:02 PM

Peachtree Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30309

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a report of a stolen white SUV near Peachtree Road. Radio traffic indicates the caller may have been struck by the vehicle.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Morningside Elementary School0.4 mi
Briar Vista Elementary School1.0 mi
Hillside Conant School1.1 mi
Virginia-Highland Elementary School1.5 mi
UHS of Laurel Heights1.7 mi
Midtown High School1.9 mi
Springdale Park Elementary School2.0 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 1780 Merton Rd NE 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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