Crime & Safety Report for 268 Cherry, Boone, NC 28607

Review crime and safety information near 268 Cherry, Boone, NC 28607. 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

$674,900 | 3 bd | 2 ba | 1,164 sqft

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

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Full report contains 4 offenders within 5 miles and 288 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

4 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 268 Cherry, Boone, NC 28607

4 Registered Offenders Nearby
0 Rape
3 Child Involved
1 Assault
1 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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HANCOCK, BRIAN FRANCIS

41 years old

Child Involved

SEX EXPLOIT MINOR 3RD DEGREE

2024-12-17T08:38:16

INDECENT LIBERTY MINOR

2024-12-17T08:38:16

190 ROCKY HILLSIDE ROAD BOONE, NC, 28607
3.7 Medium
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LUTTRELL, JEFFREY SCOTT

56 years old

REGISTERED AS A RESULT OF OUT-OF-STATE CONVICTION

2024-12-17T08:38:16

127 BENNETT WAY BOONE, NC, 28607
2.7 Medium
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YOUNG, BILLY JOE

62 years old

Child Involved

INDECENT LIBERTY MINOR

2024-12-17T08:38:16

INDECENT LIBERTY MINOR

2024-12-17T08:38:16

INDECENT LIBERTY MINOR

2024-12-17T08:38:16

INDECENT LIBERTY MINOR

2024-12-17T08:38:16

347 PATRICELLI DR BOONE, NC, 28607
5 Medium
Offender photo

WHITTINGTON, JOHN LEON

57 years old

Child Involved

Violent

SEXUAL BATTERY

2024-12-17T08:38:16

INDECENT LIBERTY MINOR

2024-12-17T08:38:16

231 N DEPOT STREET BOONE, NC, 28607
4.2 Medium

288 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

288 Crime & Incidents by Severity
36 Severe
23 Medium
48 Low
181 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 06:13 PM

Boone Creek Dr, Boone, NC 28607

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible unconscious person at Appalachian Mountain Brewery near Boone Creek Drive in Boone. EMS and fire units were dispatched and reported arriving on scene.

Theft Report

07/16/2026 02:16 PM

Tulip Tree Ln, Boone, NC 28607

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported package theft near an apartment complex by a shirtless, heavily tattooed man who allegedly threw packages over a fence toward a nearby business and left the area on foot.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 12:19 PM

Chestnut Ridge Pkwy, Blowing Rock, NC 28605

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving an 81-year-old woman who may have a broken arm occurred near Chestnut Ridge Parkway. The patient is located in room (number withheld).

Fire

07/16/2026 11:42 AM

Dutch Creek Ext, Banner Elk, NC 28604

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units are being sent to a reported gas leak near Dutch Creek Extension in the Watauga County and Boone area.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 09:25 AM

Chestnut Ridge Pkwy, Blowing Rock, NC 28605

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 5 responded to a sick routine call near Chestnut Ridge Parkway at the Foley Center, (number withheld).

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Frequently asked questions

Is 268 Cherry in a low-crime area?

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Why are traffic and medical calls shown separately from crime?

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