Crime & Safety Report for 708 Gear St, Galena, IL 61036

Review crime and safety information near 708 Gear St, Galena, IL 61036. 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

$485,000 | 3 bd | 2 ba | 1,971 sqft

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

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Full report contains 8 offenders within 5 miles and 9 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

8 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 708 Gear St, Galena, IL 61036

8 Registered Offenders Nearby
3 Rape
4 Child Involved
4 Assault
0 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
Offender photo

RAGER, AARON A

33 years old

Rapist

Violent

AGGRAVATED CRIMINAL SEXUAL ABUSE/VICTIM <13

2024-10-25T06:34:59

4613 N COUNCIL HILL RD GALENA, IL, 61036
1.9 Medium
Offender photo

HERNANDEZ, ERIC NOEL

23 years old

Child Involved

CHILD PORNOGRAPHY

2024-10-25T06:34:59

10889 W RED GATES RD GALENA, IL, 61036
0.6 High
Offender photo

HELLER, JOSHUA M

42 years old

Child Involved

AGGRAVATED CRIMINAL SEXUAL ABUSE/VICTIM 13-16 and AGGRAVATED CRIMINAL SEXUAL ABUSE/VICTIM 13-16 and VIOLATE SEX OFFENDER REGISTRATION

2024-10-25T06:34:59

614 HILL ST 7 GALENA, IL, 61036
0.6 High
Offender photo

LATHUM, AUSTIN JOHN

28 years old

Rapist

Violent

AGGRAVATED CRIMINAL SEXUAL ABUSE/VICTIM 13-16

2024-10-25T06:34:59

HMLS HOMELESS GALENA, IL, 61036
0.7 High
Offender photo

SMART, JARED M

34 years old

Child Involved

CHILD PORNOGRAPHY VICTIM LESS THAN 13

2024-10-25T06:34:59

940 GALENA SQUARE DR GALENA, IL, 61036
0.5 High

9 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

9 Crime & Incidents by Severity
2 Severe
1 Medium
1 Low
5 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Fire

07/12/2026 05:47 AM

346th Ave, Bellevue, IA 52031

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a rural location near 346th Avenue in Bellevue for a reported truck that was on fire in the middle of a yard, apparently away from other structures or vehicles.

Medical Emergency

05/10/2026 12:38 AM

Summit St, Galena, IL 61036

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, an ambulance was dispatched near Summit Street for a reported fall.

Medical Emergency

03/28/2026 12:38 AM

Adams St, Galena, IL 61036

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, an ambulance was dispatched to the area of Adams Street in Galena for a possible stroke patient.

Traffic

03/16/2026 12:03 AM

4th St & Decatur St, Galena, IL 61036

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders were dispatched to a possible vehicle rollover with injuries at the intersection of Decatur and Fourth Street in Galena. Reports indicated that a vehicle was overturned on Grady Hill and that Route 20 may need to be closed to traffic while assistance was provided.

Medical Emergency

03/08/2026 12:15 AM

S Prospect St, Galena, IL 61036

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, galena Fire Department responded to a possible lift assist near South Prospect Street involving units 305 and 315. The incident time was recorded as 03:15.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Galena Elementary and Middle Sch0.7 mi
Galena High School0.9 mi
Galena Middle School0.9 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 708 Gear St 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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