Crime & Safety Report for 4996 Big Lake Rd, Ely, MN 55731

Review crime and safety information near 4996 Big Lake Rd, Ely, MN 55731. HoodScore summarizes nearby reported incidents, registered sex offenders, and neighborhood safety indicators to help buyers and renters perform better location due diligence.

Generated At — 2026-07-25

$219,000 | 2 bd | 1 ba | 400 sqft

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

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Full report contains 0 offenders within 5 miles and 9 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

0 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 4996 Big Lake Rd, Ely, MN 55731

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

9 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

9 Crime & Incidents by Severity
5 Severe
4 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Wildfire

07/16/2026 12:55 PM

Echo Trail, Ely, MN 55731

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes ongoing wildfire operations near Echo Trail outside Ely, Minnesota. Crews report the fire has not yet reached Echo Trail, while major structure protection is underway around Whispering Pine Lodge. Changing winds are leading supervisors to set trigger points for a possible evacuation of firefighting crews if needed.

Road Closure

07/16/2026 11:58 AM

Echo Trail, Ely, MN 55731

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates that two people were authorized to pass the barricade and roadblock near North Arm to reach a lodge, collect their personal belongings, and then leave the area.

Weapons

06/26/2026 06:23 PM

Ely-Buyck Rd, Ely, MN 55731

 SERIOUS

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders were sent to the Angleworm Trail area near Ely for a male with a deep machete-related cut to his leg above the knee. Ely ambulance and local resources were reportedly en route to assist and work on controlling the bleeding.

Medical Emergency

06/26/2026 06:23 PM

Ely-Buyck Rd, Ely, MN 55731

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a backpacking trail in the Boundary Waters near Angleworm Trail and Echo Trail for an adult with a deep leg laceration reportedly caused by a machete accident. Ely medics, Morse responders, and Morse Fire were called to assist with the trail rescue using map coordinates.

Medical Emergency

06/16/2026 05:00 AM

Big Lk Rd, Ely, MN 55731

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, medical responders dispatched to an incident near Big Lake Road.

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Frequently asked questions

Is 4996 Big Lake Rd 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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