Crime & Safety Report for 900 South St, Rensselaer, IN 47978

Review crime and safety information near 900 South St, Rensselaer, IN 47978. 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

$499,000

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

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Full report contains 3 offenders within 5 miles and 58 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

3 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 900 South St, Rensselaer, IN 47978

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

EMMONS, RICHARD EUGENE

55 years old

Child Involved

18.2-370 - Taking Indecent Liberties with Minor Sexual Motivation

2025-08-28T19:48:13

1975 N 100 W RENSSELAER, IN, 47978
3.4 Medium

58 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

58 Crime & Incidents by Severity
7 Severe
10 Medium
10 Low
31 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 11:53 AM

County Rd 500 N, Indiana 47978

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire department and ambulance responded to a medical emergency near County Road 500 North. Responders assisted in moving the patient, who was to be transported by ambulance shortly.

Assault Report

07/12/2026 04:14 PM

N McKinley Ave, Rensselaer, IN 47978

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a jail incident where a detained subject is kicking and threatening staff and officers, and jail staff are responding with a transport van and restraints at a correctional facility.

Traffic

07/12/2026 01:45 PM

IN-14, Rensselaer, IN 47978

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible two-vehicle property-damage crash near the end of an interstate ramp by State Road 14, involving a Toyota Sienna and a Honda Accord.

Traffic

07/12/2026 12:07 AM

W 600 N, Rensselaer, IN 47978

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, responders discussed a dark brown or tan vehicle or item and confirmed it belonged at a residence off West 600 North. Units coordinated how to use the driveway and position vehicles, including tankers, for access to the scene near that location.

Traffic

07/10/2026 02:08 PM

State Rte 49, Rensselaer, IN 47978

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near State Route 49 in the Rensselaer area. The driver’s information was checked and a verbal warning was given for speeding.

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Frequently asked questions

Is 900 South 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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