Crime & Safety Report for 681 63rd St, West Des Moines, IA 50266

Review crime and safety information near 681 63rd St, West Des Moines, IA 50266. 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

$295,000 | 4 bd | 3 ba | 1,596 sqft

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

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Full report contains 55 offenders within 5 miles and 593 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

55 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 681 63rd St, West Des Moines, IA 50266

55 Registered Offenders Nearby
1 Rape
26 Child Involved
16 Assault
15 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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SPARKS, JAMES RAY

55 years old

Non-Iowa Conviction - Aggravated criminal sexual abuse

2024-09-03T13:50:15

6209 TONKA AVE DES MOINES, IA, 50312
4.8 Medium
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VLACK, JEFFREY STEWART

56 years old

Child Involved

709,8 Lascivious acts with a child

2024-09-03T13:50:15

955 63RD ST DES MOINES, IA, 50312
4.8 Medium
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BENGTSON, BRIAN JAMES

30 years old

15403 WINSTON AVE URBANDALE, IA, 50323
4.4 Medium
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BILLY, WILL QUITDE

22 years old

Violent

8712 CAROLE CIR APT 18 URBANDALE, IA, 50322
3.9 Medium
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COLON-ABREGO, FRANCIS A

46 years old

Violent

6009 CRESTON AVE BLD D APT 18 DES MOINES, IA, 50321
5 Medium

593 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

593 Crime & Incidents by Severity
80 Severe
64 Medium
148 Low
301 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Traffic

07/16/2026 10:08 PM

80th St, West Des Moines, IA 50266

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews and law enforcement responded to an apparent minor vehicle crash on eastbound Interstate 80 near mile marker 114 to help an elderly person get out of a vehicle. The person was reported not to be trapped and the situation was described as non-emergent.

Traffic

07/16/2026 09:13 PM

80th St, West Des Moines, IA 50266

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, units respond to a reported crash on I-80 eastbound near mile marker 414 involving a four-door sedan that apparently struck the median. Dispatchers check with Dallas County about any lane blockage and possible injuries.

Disturbance

07/16/2026 07:28 PM

Woodland Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a possible property dispute at a residence on Woodland Avenue, where people are meeting to retrieve belongings.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 06:21 PM

Campus Dr, Clive, IA 50325

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, an urgent medical pickup was requested at MercyOne Clive Rehab for a patient who may have a hip dislocation.

Traffic

07/16/2026 04:45 PM

SW 63rd St, Des Moines, IA 50312

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible collision between a Volkswagen and another vehicle at a gas station near Southwest 63rd Street in Des Moines.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Westridge Elementary0.8 mi
Crossroads Park Elementary School1.2 mi
Brookview Elementary School1.3 mi
Western Hills Elementary School1.9 mi

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Is 681 63rd 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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