Crime & Safety Report for 5323 Fernwood Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46809

Review crime and safety information near 5323 Fernwood Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46809. 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

$262,900 | 4 bd | 2 ba | 2,078 sqft

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

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Full report contains 391 offenders within 5 miles and 291 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

391 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 5323 Fernwood Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46809

391 Registered Offenders Nearby
36 Rape
235 Child Involved
61 Assault
75 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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ADAMS, JERRAD ESCOBEDO

43 years old

1804 CHOCHTIMAR TRAIL FORT WAYNE, IN, 46808
3.9 Medium
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JOHNSON, DONALD NELSON

56 years old

Child Involved

Violent

XXX IN CUSTODY FORT WAYNE, IN, 46802
2.1 Medium
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MUNRO, JOHN JOSEPH

42 years old

4108 W FERGUSON RD FORT WAYNE, IN, 46809
3.1 Medium
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SHIVELY, MICHAEL LEON

50 years old

XXX IN CUSTODY FORT WAYNE, IN, 46802
2.1 Medium
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STRATTON, THOMAS EUGENE

43 years old

Child Involved

XXX IN CUSTODY FORT WAYNE, IN, 46802
2.1 Medium

291 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

291 Crime & Incidents by Severity
43 Severe
33 Medium
47 Low
168 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Fire

07/16/2026 09:54 PM

Smith Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46809

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a warehouse on Smith Road for a reported unknown odor that may involve a gas leak. The caller reported no evacuation in progress and no one feeling ill, and requested a quiet response.

Other Non-Crime Event

07/16/2026 08:46 PM

Stratford, Fort Wayne, IN 46818

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, responders arrived at a house in the Stratford area, found the scene clear, and identified a small water meter leak that the resident planned to handle. Fire units were then released from the incident.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 07:48 PM

Oliver St, Fort Wayne, IN 46806

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 105 is dispatched to a location on Oliver Street for a possible heart attack and chest pain.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 07:46 PM

Oliver St, Fort Wayne, IN 46806

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews are dispatched for a reported trauma-level patient at a location on Oliver Street near Baxter and Rudisill in Fort Wayne.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 07:43 PM

Oliver St, Fort Wayne, IN 46806

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched to a possible trauma call near the 4000 block of Oliver Street in Fort Wayne, between Baxter and Rudisill streets.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Kekionga Middle School0.8 mi
Indian Village Elementary School1.2 mi
Waynedale Elementary School1.4 mi
Maplewood Elementary School1.7 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 5323 Fernwood Ave 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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