Crime & Safety Report for 217 Palm Lake Dr, Columbia, SC 29212

Review crime and safety information near 217 Palm Lake Dr, Columbia, SC 29212. 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

$799,900 | 4 bd | 3 ba | 2,903 sqft

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

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Full report contains 92 offenders within 5 miles and 605 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

92 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 217 Palm Lake Dr, Columbia, SC 29212

92 Registered Offenders Nearby
0 Rape
1 Child Involved
0 Assault
91 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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EMERY, ROBERT DOUGLAS

46 years old

Child Involved

Unlawful Sexual Activity with Certain Minors 16/17 yr old; F.S. 794.05(1)

2024-09-02T17:06:34

SEX OFFENSE, OTHER STATE (Indecent Behavior with Juveniles)

2024-09-02T17:06:34

LAST REPORTED ADDRESS - OUT OF STATE COLUMBIA, SC, 29212
1.5 Medium
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HATTAR, SAMUEL SOLEIMAN

57 years old

125 AUTUMNWOODS DR IRMO, SC, 29063
4.7 Medium
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LANCASTER, XZAVIEN TRAVON

23 years old

1100 DUTCH FORK ROAD IRMO, SC, 29063
2.4 Medium
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HANSON, KENNETH RICHARD

70 years old

10229 BROAD RIVER ROAD IRMO, SC, 29063
2.3 Medium
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MEDLIN, PAUL EDWIN

55 years old

108 HILLER RD CHAPIN, SC, 29036
4.9 Medium

605 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

605 Crime & Incidents by Severity
44 Severe
72 Medium
148 Low
341 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Fire

07/16/2026 09:16 PM

Drury Ln, Columbia, SC 29212

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews investigated smoke coming from an exhaust pipe or smokestack at a two-story commercial warehouse on Drury Road. Access to the rear of the building was initially blocked by a locked gate and debris, and crews worked to gain entry to check for any possible active fire inside a unit.

Fire

07/16/2026 07:49 PM

St Andrews Rd, Columbia, SC 29212

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, multiple fire units are dispatched to a reported commercial structure fire near the 6100 block of St Andrews Road by Commercial Drive and Drury Lane, with crews instructed to operate on channel OP six.

Assault Report

07/16/2026 07:12 PM

Lake Murray Blvd g, Irmo, SC 29063

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of possible workplace harassment at a Smoothie King on Lake Murray Boulevard, where an employee allegedly threatened to return and beat up a co-worker and had previously thrown items at her. The caller reported the incident as having occurred earlier and was on scene when contacting authorities.

Substance Use

07/16/2026 05:16 PM

Jakes Landing Rd, Lexington, SC 29072

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units are responding to a possible overdose near (person_name withheld)'s Landing, where Narcan was reportedly administered and additional medical support has been requested.

Traffic

07/16/2026 04:43 PM

Columbia, SC 29212

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, units cleared from a crash in the Columbia area after a man involved was taken by EMS to a local medical center while remaining in law enforcement custody.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
H. E. Corley Elementary1.5 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 217 Palm Lake Dr in a low-crime area?

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Why are traffic and medical calls shown separately from crime?

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