Crime & Safety Report for 5412 S 300 W, Bluffton, IN 46714

Review crime and safety information near 5412 S 300 W, Bluffton, IN 46714. 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

$269,900 | 3 bd | 2 ba | 1,827 sqft

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

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Full report contains 3 offenders within 5 miles and 12 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

3 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 5412 S 300 W, Bluffton, IN 46714

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

LANE-LYKINS, REBECCA E

38 years old

Child Involved

Statue - 35-42-4-9, Charge - Sexual Misconduct with a Minor

2024-12-17T07:36:32

Statue - 35-42-4-9, Charge - Sexual Misconduct with a Minor

2024-12-17T07:36:32

104 W MAIN ST PONETO, IN, 46781
3 Medium

12 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

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

Traffic

07/16/2026 08:21 PM

S 300 W & W 300 S, Liberty Center, IN 46766

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a property-damage-only crash involving a deputy at or near the intersection of (number withheld) (number withheld) and (number withheld) West in Wells County, with another unit en route to assist.

Traffic

07/16/2026 08:19 PM

S 300 W & W 300 S, Liberty Center, IN 46766

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a deputy reportedly struck a dog with a vehicle near the intersection of 300 South and 300 West in Wells County, and another unit was sent to assist with the property-damage crash report.

Medical Emergency

07/02/2026 06:34 PM

S 500 W, Markle, IN 46770

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported chest pain medical call near the 900 block of South 500 West in the Markle area. The patient reportedly had chest pain radiating to the left arm with numbness, and multiple units were dispatched and arrived on scene.

Fire & Arson

06/28/2026 12:46 PM

S 300 W, Poneto, IN 46781

 SERIOUS

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm at Southern Wells Community Schools near South 300 West. A smoke detector activated in an elementary school hallway near a numbered door, and crews entered through an east door where water was found inside the building. The fire was later reported to be out and power to the area was shut off.

Fire & Arson

06/05/2026 11:36 AM

E 1000 S, Warren, IN 46792

 SERIOUS

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are dispatched to a possible rekindle at a previous structure fire near East 1000 South in the Warren area.

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Frequently asked questions

Is 5412 S 300 W 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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