Crime & Safety Report for 321 N Ernest St, Griffith, IN 46319

Review crime and safety information near 321 N Ernest St, Griffith, IN 46319. 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

$325,000 | 5 bd | 2 ba | 2,186 sqft

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

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Full report contains 157 offenders within 5 miles and 8076 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

157 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 321 N Ernest St, Griffith, IN 46319

157 Registered Offenders Nearby
14 Rape
57 Child Involved
46 Assault
52 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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DEJONG, WARREN M

43 years old

Rapist

Violent

642 E 77TH AVE SCHEREVILLE, IN, 46375
3.3 Medium
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CZENK, JIM LEON

45 years old

Violent

3039 S 169TH HAMMOND, IL, 46323
4.3 Medium
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BLAKNEY, EUGENE C

92 years old

Rapist

Violent

380 LINDA LN LYNWOOD, IL, 60411
4.9 Medium
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GARZA, JOHN ANDY SALVADOR

26 years old

Child Involved

403 INDUSTIAL DR GRIFFITH, IN, 46319
0.5 High
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LYONS, MAURICE LEE

66 years old

Child Involved

1349 US HIGHWAY 41 SCHERERVILLE, IN, 46375
2.8 Medium

8076 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

8076 Crime & Incidents by Severity
912 Severe
1289 Medium
2113 Low
3762 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 09:58 PM

W 19th Ave, Gary, IN 46406

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders dispatched for a sick adult male with high blood pressure near West 19th Avenue. Patient reported lost medications and a history of stroke; says torso feels hollow.

Traffic

07/16/2026 09:51 PM

Fountain Park Dr & W U.S. 30, Schererville, IN 46375

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to reports of a white Tesla driving erratically westbound near U.S. 30 and Route 41, later reported near 30 and Fountain Park, and a unit followed the vehicle.

Traffic

07/16/2026 09:50 PM

45th St & 5th St, Highland, IN 46322

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, highland unit 206 conducts a traffic stop on a black SUV near 45th Street and 5th Street in Highland, Indiana.

Other Incidents

07/16/2026 09:43 PM

Richard Gordon Hatcher Blvd, Gary, IN 46408

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were advised of a possible civil dispute at a fast-food restaurant involving a delivery driver who reported that staff were refusing to provide a customer’s order.

Traffic

07/16/2026 09:40 PM

Calumet Ave, Munster, IN 46321

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, a deputy reports a traffic stop involving a black sedan near St. Thomas More church. The communication references a specific passenger license plate during the apparent vehicle contact.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Griffth Jr/Sr High School0.3 mi
Beiriger Elementary School0.4 mi
Elsie Wadsworth Elementary School0.9 mi
Allen J Warren Elementary School1.2 mi
Southridge Elementary School1.4 mi
Longfellow New Tech Elementary Sch1.5 mi
Mildred Merkley Elementary School1.5 mi
Highland Middle School1.7 mi
Highland High School1.8 mi
Calumet New Tech High School2.0 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 321 N Ernest St in a low-crime area?

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Why are traffic and medical calls shown separately from crime?

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