Crime & Safety Report for 1519 Shaffer Dr, Lorain, OH 44053

Review crime and safety information near 1519 Shaffer Dr, Lorain, OH 44053. 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 232 offenders within 5 miles and 976 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

232 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 1519 Shaffer Dr, Lorain, OH 44053

232 Registered Offenders Nearby
63 Rape
63 Child Involved
22 Assault
101 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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GLADDING, DONN PAUL

54 years old

Rapist

1833 COOPER FOSTER PARK RD AMHERST, OH, 44001
0.4 High
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DINARD, DAVID

36 years old

Child Involved

1833 COOPER FOSTER PARK RD AMHERST, OH, 44001
0.4 High
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MARKUS, KENNETH ANDREW

48 years old

Child Involved

1775 LIBERTY AVE VERMILION, OH, 44089
4.7 Medium
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WILHELM, MICHAEL ANTHONY

49 years old

8000 LEAVITT ROAD AMHERST, OH, 44001
3 Medium
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BATTLE, SOLOMON

23 years old

1317 W 15TH ST LORAIN, OH, 44052
2.4 Medium

976 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

976 Crime & Incidents by Severity
164 Severe
166 Medium
226 Low
420 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Theft Report

07/16/2026 07:07 PM

Vincent Ave, Lorain, OH 44055

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a reported overnight theft from a vehicle on Vincent Avenue in Lorain, where an iPad was reportedly taken.

Welfare Check

07/16/2026 06:56 PM

Sunrise Dr, Amherst, OH 44001

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a request for a welfare check at a residence on Sunrise Drive after a wheelchair-bound resident reported that their dog had been barking at the front door for about 30 minutes.

Fire

07/16/2026 05:51 PM

E St, Lorain, OH 44052

MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a home near East Derry Avenue and E St in Lorain, Ohio, for multiple carbon monoxide alarms. Residents were outside while firefighters investigated, reported zero initial readings, and continued checking the area.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 05:41 PM

Midway Blvd, Elyria, OH 44035

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a welfare check at a hotel on Midway Boulevard for a 64-year-old woman with reported mental health issues. Family reported she may have an outstanding probation-related warrant and that she said she wants to die.

Other Incidents

07/16/2026 05:34 PM

Middle Ridge Rd, Amherst, OH 44001

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a home near Middle Ridge Road for a possible trespassing or property complaint involving a problem guest at a neighbor’s house. The person was to be advised that she was trespassed from the callers’ property.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Lorain Preparatory Academy1.0 mi
Toni Wofford Morrison ES1.0 mi
Durling Middle School1.4 mi
Horizon Science Academy Lorain1.5 mi
Clearview Local Schools1.5 mi
Clearview High School1.5 mi
New Beginnings1.8 mi
Lorain High School1.8 mi
Frank Jacinto Elementary1.9 mi
Marion L Steele High School1.9 mi
Walter G. Nord Middle School1.9 mi
General Johnnie Wilson Middle School1.9 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 1519 Shaffer 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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