Crime & Safety Report for 11789 W Shore Dr, Houghton Lake, MI 48629

Review crime and safety information near 11789 W Shore Dr, Houghton Lake, MI 48629. 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

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

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Full report contains 18 offenders within 5 miles and 41 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

18 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 11789 W Shore Dr, Houghton Lake, MI 48629

18 Registered Offenders Nearby
0 Rape
2 Child Involved
2 Assault
14 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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BAINBRIDGE, CODY LEE

32 years old

750.520E - CRIMINAL SEXUAL CONDUCT 4TH DEGREE (MULTIPLE VARIABLES)

2024-10-06T07:43:22

332 S NELLSVILLE RD HOUGHTON LAKE, MI, 48629
4.1 Medium
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BOWER, MICHAEL DAVID

57 years old

163.427 - SEXUAL ABUSE FIRST DEGREE

2024-10-06T07:43:22

163.415 - SEXUAL ABUSE THIRD DEGREE

2024-10-06T07:43:22

163.427 - SEXUAL ABUSE FIRST DEGREE

2024-10-06T07:43:22

8939 W HOUGHTON LAKE DR 8 HOUGHTON LAKE, MI, 48629
2.8 Medium
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COCHRAN, BELINDA LOUISE

42 years old

750.520B1A - CRIMINAL SEXUAL CONDUCT 1ST DEGREE (PERSON UNDER 13)

2024-10-06T07:43:22

750.520B1A - CRIMINAL SEXUAL CONDUCT 1ST DEGREE (PERSON UNDER 13)

2024-10-06T07:43:22

8939 W HOUGHTON LAKE DR 8 HOUGHTON LAKE, MI, 48629
2.8 Medium
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DUVAL, MARK ANTHONY

61 years old

750.520C1A - CRIMINAL SEXUAL CONDUCT 2ND DEGREE (PERSON UNDER 13)

2024-10-06T07:43:22

750.520B1A - CRIMINAL SEXUAL CONDUCT 1ST DEGREE (PERSON UNDER 13)

2024-10-06T07:43:22

9052 OLD US HIGHWAY 27 RM 5 HOUGHTON LAKE, MI, 48629
2.2 Medium
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FREDERICK, JAMES EDWARD

38 years old

750.520E1A-A - CRIMINAL SEXUAL CONDUCT 4TH DEGREE (VICTIM BETWEEN 13-15)

2024-10-06T07:43:22

306 HOWE AVE HOUGHTON LAKE, MI, 48629
2.5 Medium

41 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

41 Crime & Incidents by Severity
4 Severe
4 Medium
11 Low
22 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Suspicious Person

07/14/2026 07:54 PM

Autumn Ln, Roscommon, MI 48653

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a welfare complaint about a possible suspicious person near Autumn Lane in Markey Township after a caller reported hearing someone yelling for help from down the road for several minutes. The exact location of the person was unknown.

Traffic

07/14/2026 05:58 PM

S Harrison Rd, Houghton Lake, MI 48629

LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, during a traffic stop near South Harrison Road in Houghton Lake, officers reported that the driver’s license appeared to be revoked, with prior offenses related to operating while intoxicated and driving with a suspended or revoked license.

Traffic

07/06/2026 03:10 PM

Byron Ave, Houghton Lake, MI

LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible reckless driver near a Dollar General by Talon Road and Byron Avenue in Roscommon Township. An elderly woman in a light green or blue Hyundai SUV was said to be hitting curbs along M-55 and remained in the store parking lot. The caller also reported she was trying to load gift cards and may be involved in a possible scam.

Disturbance

07/04/2026 09:52 PM

Graham Dr, Houghton Lake, MI 48629

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a noise complaint for loud music at a residence on Graham Drive in Lake Township. The caller did not request contact with officers.

Medical Emergency

07/04/2026 07:37 PM

Junebug Ln, Houghton Lake, MI 48629

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a 62-year-old man was reportedly struck in the face by a firework near Junebug Lane in Lake Township. He was conscious and breathing with some bleeding that was not uncontrollable.

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Frequently asked questions

Is 11789 W Shore Dr in a low-crime area?

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