Crime & Safety Report for 6968 Merle Ct, New Market, MD 21774

Review crime and safety information near 6968 Merle Ct, New Market, MD 21774. 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

$769,000 | 4 bd | 3 ba | 3,124 sqft

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

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Full report contains 35 offenders within 5 miles and 852 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

35 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 6968 Merle Ct, New Market, MD 21774

35 Registered Offenders Nearby
2 Rape
10 Child Involved
3 Assault
21 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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LOPEZ NAVIDAD, NELSON RAFAEL

52 years old

CLA 3-308 - SEX OFFENSE 4TH DEGREE (3-308)

2024-12-30T04:24:04

500 CHAPEL CT WALKERSVILLE, MD, 21793
4.7 Medium
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MCCOMBS, DANIEL RYAN

35 years old

Child Involved

14 WYNDALE DR WALKERSVILLE, MD, 21793
4.5 Medium
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CORNISH, LOGAN RONALD

20 years old

HOMELESS FREDERICK, MD, 21701
3.6 Medium
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GOODSON, FORTE RAMON

45 years old

HOMELESS FREDERICK, MD, 21701
3.6 Medium
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MULLINS, ANTHONY MITCHELL

36 years old

HOMELESS FREDERICK, MD, 21701
3.6 Medium

852 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

852 Crime & Incidents by Severity
89 Severe
102 Medium
201 Low
460 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Fire

07/16/2026 11:32 PM

Old National Pike, New Market, MD 21774

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to an area near Old National Pike to investigate a report of possible smoke. An ambulance was also sent to a separate location on Cedar Lane involving multiple people.

Fire

07/16/2026 08:59 PM

Clovis Ct, New Market, MD 21774

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a reported smoke detector malfunction near Clovis Court off Eaglehead Drive in New Market, Maryland.

Traffic

07/16/2026 08:40 PM

Bowmans Farm Rd, Frederick, MD 21701

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer is out with a red Ford Mustang at the motor vehicle office, involving a Maryland-tagged vehicle.

Other Incidents

07/16/2026 07:10 PM

E Patrick St & Monocacy Blvd, Frederick, MD 21701

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers handled a possible trespass incident involving one man near East Patrick Street and Monocacy Boulevard in Frederick. The call was reclassified as trespassing and closed by radio.

Other Non-Crime Event

07/16/2026 06:37 PM

Fox Chase Rd, New Market, MD 21774

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, animal control is dispatched to a reported bat inside a residence, possibly in a bedroom on Fox Chase Road in New Market.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Blue Heron Elementary0.2 mi
Deer Crossing Elementary1.6 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 6968 Merle Ct 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?

Traffic, medical and fire records are public-safety incidents but are not necessarily crimes. HoodScore separates them to avoid overstating the crime count.

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