Crime & Safety Report for 309 N Cedar Ave, Independence, MO 64053

Review crime and safety information near 309 N Cedar Ave, Independence, MO 64053. 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

$274,000 | 3 bd | 2 ba | 1,550 sqft

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

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Full report contains 500 offenders within 5 miles and 2479 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

500 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 309 N Cedar Ave, Independence, MO 64053

500 Registered Offenders Nearby
231 Rape
243 Child Involved
51 Assault
111 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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MURPHY, JUSTIN L

41 years old

1ST DEGREE SEXUAL ABUSE

2024-12-30T06:53:08

816 S EMERY ST INDEPENDENCE, MO, 64050
3.4 Medium
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DOMERESE, SEAN DAVID

41 years old

Rapist

Violent

Deviate Sexual Assault

2024-12-20T10:58:19

9101 NE BIRMINGHAM RD KANSAS CITY, MO, 64161
3.1 Medium
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HUNT, ROBERT DEAN

44 years old

Rapist

Stat Rape-1st Deg-pers Under 14

2024-12-20T10:58:19

517 LACY RD INDEPENDENCE, MO, 64050
4 Medium
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SCHROEDER, DERIC TODD

43 years old

Child Involved

Endanger Welfare Child

2024-12-20T10:58:19

3617 E NOLAND CT SUITE 105 INDEPENDENCE, MO, 64055
4.6 Medium
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STRAIT, BOBBY DEAN

60 years old

Child Involved

Sexual Misconduct-1st

2024-12-20T10:58:19

6528 STADIUM DR KANSAS CITY, MO, 64129
4.7 Medium

2479 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

2479 Crime & Incidents by Severity
413 Severe
153 Medium
232 Low
1681 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 09:27 PM

E Linwood Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64128

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a sick person was reported near East Linwood Boulevard and Medic 18 was dispatched.

Substance Use

07/16/2026 09:08 PM

Blue Valley Park, 2301 Topping Ave, Kansas City, MO 64129

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers discuss a possible group drinking along the curb across from a shelter at Blue Valley Park.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 09:06 PM

N Corrington Ave, Kansas City, MO 64120

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews are dispatched for a possible psychiatric emergency near North Corrington Avenue and are instructed to stage because the scene is reportedly not secure.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 09:06 PM

N Corrington Ave, Kansas City, MO 64117

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, an ambulance was dispatched to a possible psychiatric incident near North Corrington Avenue and was instructed to wait for police because the scene was reported as not secure. The call was handled as a low-priority medical response.

Suspicious Activity

07/16/2026 08:52 PM

Blue Valley Park, 2301 Topping Ave, Kansas City, MO 64129

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer at Blue Valley Park in Kansas City responded to a report that a man had been following two women. The officer monitored the man, then advised to disregard after seeing him leave the park in a vehicle.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
FAIRMOUNT ELEM.0.2 mi
SUGAR CREEK ELEM.0.9 mi
ABRAHAM MALLINSON ELEMENTARY1.2 mi
VAN HORN HIGH1.3 mi
KC INTERNATIONAL-WALLACE1.5 mi
INDEPENDENCE ACADEMY2.0 mi
DAY TREATMENT2.0 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 309 N Cedar Ave in a low-crime area?

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