Crime & Safety Report for 303 E Porter Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304

Review crime and safety information near 303 E Porter Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304. 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

$369,999 | 4 bd | 3 ba | 2,282 sqft

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

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Full report contains 14 offenders within 5 miles and 1419 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

14 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 303 E Porter Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304

14 Registered Offenders Nearby
2 Rape
9 Child Involved
2 Assault
2 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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SCHRADER, MICHAEL E

51 years old

Rapist

Violent

AGGRAVATED CRIMINAL SEXUAL ABUSE

2024-10-25T06:34:59

900 QUAIL RIDGE DR PORTER, IN, 46304
1.9 Medium
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CANNON, RICHARD WARREN

31 years old

Child Involved

35-42-4-6 - Child Solicitation Sexual Motivation

2025-08-28T21:00:34

250 US 12 HIGHWAY BURNS HARBOR, IN, 46304
4.5 Medium
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DICKERSON, CARLOS JAMES

58 years old

Rapist

250 W 12 US HWY BURNS HARBOR, IN, 46304
4.5 Medium
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HASCHKE, GERHARD GERD

55 years old

290 WEST 1050 N CHESTERTON, IN, 46304
4.1 Medium
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KRESS, RICHARD ROBERT

60 years old

1108 N BABCOCK RD BURNS HARBOR, IN, 46304
3.2 Medium

1419 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

1419 Crime & Incidents by Severity
132 Severe
183 Medium
330 Low
774 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Domestic Dispute

07/16/2026 09:32 PM

Aspen Dr, Valparaiso, IN 46385

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received an apparent open-line 911 call tracing to a residence near Aspen Drive, where a male and female could be heard arguing. The male reportedly encouraged calling the police and appeared to be slurring his words, suggesting possible intoxication, while referencing that they had both hit each other in the past.

Traffic

07/16/2026 08:13 PM

W Beam St, Porter, IN 46304

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conduct a traffic stop involving a black Dodge-style car near Beam Street in Porter, Indiana, with radio exchanges about a passenger and unit status.

Break-In

07/16/2026 08:13 PM

W Beam St, Porter, IN 46304

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers handled a possible burglary alarm at a home near West Beam Street in Porter, Indiana. Officers attempted to contact the property owners, but nobody came to the door.

Traffic

07/16/2026 07:43 PM

Melton Rd, Chesterton, IN 46304

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a reported traffic crash on US 20 near a truck stop, involving a dark gray sport utility vehicle and a semi truck that may have been pushing the smaller vehicle. The vehicles have moved into a nearby parking lot.

Suspicious Activity

07/16/2026 06:58 PM

W Indiana Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a complaint about a loud boom that reportedly shook nearby homes and was followed by lights on near a landscaping business on West Indiana Avenue. The business owner requested an officer to meet her at the location to check the property.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Bailly Elementary School0.5 mi
Trojan Virtual Academy0.6 mi
Chesterton Middle School0.7 mi
Westchester Intermediate School0.8 mi
Chesterton Senior High School1.5 mi
Brummitt Elementary School1.6 mi
Newton Yost Elementary School1.7 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 303 E Porter Ave in a low-crime area?

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Why are traffic and medical calls shown separately from crime?

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