Crime & Safety Report for 17368 Highway 442, Independence, LA 70443

Review crime and safety information near 17368 Highway 442, Independence, LA 70443. 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

$249,000 | 3 bd | 2 ba | 1,521 sqft

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

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Full report contains 50 offenders within 5 miles and 4 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

50 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 17368 Highway 442, Independence, LA 70443

50 Registered Offenders Nearby
7 Rape
5 Child Involved
10 Assault
31 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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PENTON, JORDAN EDWARD

31 years old

Child Involved

47220 CONRAD ROAD HAMMOND, LA, 70401
4.2 Medium
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BRYANT, MICHAEL EDWIN

64 years old

46398 MORRIS RD HAMMOND, LA, 70401
4.8 Medium
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CLARK, GARY ALAN

30 years old

17337 FREDERICK RD HAMMOND, LA, 70401
4.8 Medium
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ROBERTSON, LANCE T

40 years old

Rapist

47363 N FENDALSON RD HAMMOND, LA, 70401
3.9 Medium
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PHILLIPS, ARTHUR J

49 years old

Violent

47105 CONRAD ANDERSON DR HAMMOND, LA, 70401
4.4 Medium

4 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

4 Crime & Incidents by Severity
1 Severe
3 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Medical Emergency

06/14/2026 01:16 PM

US-51, Independence, LA 70443

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, medical personnel apparently transported a patient from the scene to a nearby emergency room for a possible femoral artery pseudoaneurysm, where a surgeon was reported to be involved.

Medical Emergency

05/27/2026 06:18 PM

LA-1064, Tickfaw, LA 70466

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a fall with possible unknown injuries is reported near Highway 1064 in Tangipahoa Parish.

Medical Emergency

05/25/2026 02:24 PM

Whiskey Ln, Tickfaw, LA 70466

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible seizure incident was reported near Whiskey Lane and Buddy D Lane. Fire units were dispatched at 1624 hours.

Fire & Arson

05/25/2026 07:48 AM

Fox Hollow Loop, Hammond, LA 70401

 SERIOUS

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible automatic alarm activation near Fox Hollow Loop in Hammond. The activation was reported in a hallway smoke zone, and multiple units were dispatched to investigate.

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Frequently asked questions

Is 17368 Highway 442 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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