Crime & Safety Report for 1705 Ripple Brook Rd, Columbus, OH 43223

Review crime and safety information near 1705 Ripple Brook Rd, Columbus, OH 43223. HoodScore summarizes nearby reported incidents, registered sex offenders, and neighborhood safety indicators to help buyers and renters perform better location due diligence.

Generated At — 2026-07-26

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

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Full report contains 436 offenders within 5 miles and 8145 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

436 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 1705 Ripple Brook Rd, Columbus, OH 43223

436 Registered Offenders Nearby
86 Rape
138 Child Involved
48 Assault
179 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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DRAKE, JOEL ANTHONY LEE

31 years old

3040 MC KINLEY AVENUE COLUMBUS, OH, 43204
4.8 Medium
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PORTER, DONNIE L

66 years old

Violent

2800 MARLANE CT GROVE CITY, OH, 43123
2.3 Medium
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MCKNIGHT, KYLE

28 years old

Child Involved

1006 DUBLIN RD COLUMBUS, OH, 43215
4.4 Medium
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PHILLIPPI, MICHAEL ANTHONY

31 years old

3976 RANDELL RD COLUMBUS, OH, 43228
1.4 Medium
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MCINTOSH, ROBERT DALE

69 years old

3500 ALKIRE RD GROVE CITY, OH, 43123
0.3 High

8145 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

8145 Crime & Incidents by Severity
1003 Severe
1398 Medium
1524 Low
4220 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 10:55 PM

N Huron Ave, Columbus, OH 43204

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, medical emergency reported near Westerville Estates on Finch Road at cross streets Huron Avenue and Harlem Road. Medic 451 dispatched to respond.

Fire

07/16/2026 10:47 PM

Holt Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported water flow alarm at a middle school on Holt Road. Nothing apparent was showing on arrival and crews were investigating. A separate medic unit was dispatched to a possible hemorrhage on Clinton Street.

Domestic Dispute

07/16/2026 10:36 PM

Plum St, Columbus, OH 43204

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a repeat disturbance at a residence near Plum St in Columbus, where a caller says a roommate is still arguing and officers are requested to return.

Suspicious Activity

07/16/2026 10:20 PM

Thomas Ave, Columbus, OH 43223

MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a coordinated perimeter and search, including use of a K-9 and a drone, for at least one fleeing suspect reported hiding near houses and a camper in the area of Thomas Avenue, Union, and Central. A camper near Thomas Avenue was checked and found clear, and a witness reported seeing one person run through the area into nearby woods.

Traffic

07/16/2026 10:16 PM

Martha Ave & Union Ave, Columbus, OH 43223

LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers reported multiple SUVs driving at a high rate of speed from the Clarendon/Pekin area toward I-70 East. After units attempted to stop one vehicle, a white SUV pulled over at/near the I-70 eastbound ramp and several males/juveniles jumped the guardrail and ran down a hill, while another vehicle (described as red) continued eastbound as agencies were notified.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Columbus Preparatory and Fitness Academy0.7 mi
Franklin Heights High School0.9 mi
Binns Elementary School1.0 mi
West Franklin Elementary School1.1 mi
Briggs High School1.3 mi
Wedgewood Middle School1.4 mi
Lindbergh Elementary School1.5 mi
Eakin Elementary School1.6 mi
Sullivant Avenue Community School1.6 mi
Georgian Heights Alt Elementary School1.6 mi
Highland Park Elementary School1.7 mi
Westside Academy1.7 mi
Bridge Gate Community School1.9 mi
Westgate Alternative Elementary School1.9 mi
Hilltonia Middle School2.0 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 1705 Ripple Brook Rd in a low-crime area?

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Why are traffic and medical calls shown separately from crime?

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