Crime & Safety Report for 11503 Buena Vista Rd, Independence, OR 97351

Review crime and safety information near 11503 Buena Vista Rd, Independence, OR 97351. 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

$415,000 | 4 bd | 1 ba | 2,328 sqft

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

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Full report contains 1 offenders within 5 miles and 23 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

1 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 11503 Buena Vista Rd, Independence, OR 97351

1 Registered Offenders Nearby
1 Rape
0 Child Involved
0 Assault
0 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
Offender photo

Rocky Vance Hetrick

years old

Rapist

SODOMY 3-FEL

2024-12-30T15:39:03

RAPE 3-FEL

2024-12-30T15:39:03

SEX PEN 1-FEL

2024-12-30T15:39:03

348 ANKENY HILL RD SE JEFFERSON, OR, 97352
5 Medium

23 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

23 Crime & Incidents by Severity
5 Severe
3 Medium
3 Low
12 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Fire

07/10/2026 03:59 PM

Corvallis Rd, Independence, OR 97351

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a reported car fire near the 9300 block of Corvallis Road in Independence, Oregon. Multiple engines, tenders, and a brush unit were assigned to the incident.

Fire

07/08/2026 03:26 PM

Cooper Dr NE, Albany, OR 97321

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible fire at an apartment on Cooper Drive. Responders gained access to the unit and assisted with ventilation.

Medical Emergency

07/08/2026 10:39 AM

Buena Vista Rd, Independence, OR 97351

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, engine and medic units were dispatched to a priority fall injury reported near Buena Vista Road in Independence.

Traffic

06/30/2026 12:29 AM

NW Independence Hwy, Albany, OR 97321

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units and medics were dispatched to a possible injury motor vehicle accident in the 8000 block of Northwest Independence Highway near Albany.

Medical Emergency

06/28/2026 01:51 PM

Talbot Rd S, Jefferson, OR 97352

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 60 was dispatched to a walk-in medical emergency near Jefferson Fire Talbot Station, close to Talbot Road across from Marlette and Myers.

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Frequently asked questions

Is 11503 Buena Vista Rd 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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