Crime & Safety Report for 500 N West St, Lima, OH 45801

Review crime and safety information near 500 N West St, Lima, OH 45801. 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

$179,900 | 4 bd | 3 ba | 1,616 sqft

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

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Full report contains 102 offenders within 5 miles and 2383 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

102 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 500 N West St, Lima, OH 45801

102 Registered Offenders Nearby
17 Rape
26 Child Involved
14 Assault
48 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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BRENNEMAN, RICHARD ALLEN

58 years old

201 E HANTHORN ROAD LIMA, OH, 45804
2.4 Medium
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HARRIS, PHILLIP CHARLES

53 years old

Violent

3875 RESERVOIR RD LIMA, OH, 45801
4 Medium
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MARTIN, CHAD MICHAEL

42 years old

Child Involved

1950 N SUGAR ST LIMA, OH, 45801
2.3 Medium
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PHINNEY, JEREMY ROBERT

43 years old

400 E HANTHORN RD LIMA, OH, 45804
2.6 Medium
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MASON, CRAIG A

58 years old

2063 W MARKET ST LIMA, OH, 45845
2 Medium

2383 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

2383 Crime & Incidents by Severity
303 Severe
274 Medium
442 Low
1364 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Traffic

07/16/2026 10:36 PM

Elmview Dr, Fort Shawnee, OH 45806

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop involving a silver 2016 Chrysler near Elmview Drive in Lima. The license plate and the female driver reportedly appeared valid with no recent issues found.

Break-In

07/16/2026 10:11 PM

S Scott St, Lima, OH 45804

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to an alarm at a location on South Scott Street. The alarm shut off on its own and the exterior appeared secure, with no caller identified, and units indicated the scene was clear.

Suspicious Call

07/16/2026 10:01 PM

Terrace Ct, Lima, OH 45801

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a possible 911 hang-up from a residence on Terrace Court in Lima, Ohio, and there was no answer when they called back.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 09:28 PM

1/2 S West St, Lima, OH 45804

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involving a 51-year-old male sitting on a porch who activated a medical alert near S West St in Lima. The exact problem is unknown.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 09:00 PM

N Elizabeth St, Lima, OH 45801

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews are sent to a hotel on North Elizabeth Street for a priority call involving a 54-year-old man with a possible stroke.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Liberty Arts Magnet K-80.4 mi
West Central Learning Academy II0.4 mi
Lima HS - Preschool0.7 mi
Lima Senior High School0.7 mi
Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-80.8 mi
Freedom Elementary School0.9 mi
Heir Force Community School1.0 mi
Independence Elementary School1.2 mi
Heritage Elementary School1.2 mi
Lima North Middle School1.4 mi
Unity Elementary School1.5 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 500 N West St 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.

How often is this HoodScore report updated?

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