Crime & Safety Report for 709 N Benton Dr, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379

Review crime and safety information near 709 N Benton Dr, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379. 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

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

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Full report contains 6 offenders within 5 miles and 1723 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

6 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 709 N Benton Dr, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379

6 Registered Offenders Nearby
0 Rape
0 Child Involved
0 Assault
6 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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BEALS, HAROLD EUGENE

66 years old

200 BLOCK OF WILSON AVENUE SOUTHEAST ST. CLOUD, MN, 56304
2.5 Medium
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BRAUN, NATHAN CHRISTOPHER

32 years old

100 BLOCK OF 12TH AVENUE NORTH ST. CLOUD, MN, 56303
2.7 Medium
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SMITH, DWAINE ROBERT

62 years old

3000 BLOCK OF VETERANS DRIVE ST. CLOUD, MN, 56303
2.2 Medium
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SWANSON, DUANE LLOYD

54 years old

200 BLOCK OF 11TH AVENUE NORTH ST. CLOUD, MN, 56303
2.4 Medium
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WILLIAMS, MACEO LAMONT

51 years old

800 BLOCK OF 34TH AVENUE NORTH ST. CLOUD, MN, 56303
2.3 Medium

1723 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

1723 Crime & Incidents by Severity
106 Severe
111 Medium
282 Low
1224 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Traffic

07/16/2026 09:41 PM

10th Ave N, St Cloud, MN 56303

LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conduct a traffic stop in front of the St. Cloud Fire Department involving a specific vehicle license plate.

Break-In

07/16/2026 08:55 PM

4th Ave N, Waite Park, MN 56387

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a trespass complaint in a back parking lot on 4th Avenue North involving a woman in a black pickup truck, with a partial license plate reportedly given as (number withheld).

Suspicious Activity

07/16/2026 07:45 PM

15th Ave N, Waite Park, MN 56387

MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to an apartment complex on 15th Avenue North for a report of a man dumpster diving and possibly trying to get into vehicles while riding a bicycle.

Disturbance

07/16/2026 07:30 PM

2nd Ave N, Sartell, MN 56377

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible disturbance at a store on Second Avenue North in Sartell, involving a woman telling a man to leave because of alleged rude behavior and his apparent lack of cooperation.

Fire

07/16/2026 07:30 PM

3rd St N, Sartell, MN 56377

MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports that a previously reported fire alarm at a location on 3rd Street North in Sartell was canceled and the call was cleared.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Pleasantview Elementary0.5 mi
Hillside Early Childhood Center0.6 mi
Sauk Rapids ECFE0.6 mi
Saint Cloud Math and Science Academ0.8 mi
St. Cloud Math & Science Middle0.8 mi
Benton-Stearns Education District0.8 mi
Benton Stearns Education District 10.8 mi
SAUK RAPIDS-RICE MIDDLE SCHOOL1.0 mi
MISSISSIPPI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY1.3 mi
ST. CLOUD HOSPITAL PROGRAMS NON-RES1.3 mi
St Cloud Hospital Progs-Residential1.3 mi
Success Academy Saint Cloud1.6 mi
NORTH JUNIOR HIGH1.7 mi
MADISON ELEMENTARY1.9 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 709 N Benton Dr 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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