Crime & Safety Report for 5424 Knoll Rd, Columbia, SC 29203

Review crime and safety information near 5424 Knoll Rd, Columbia, SC 29203. 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 336 offenders within 5 miles and 1238 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

336 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 5424 Knoll Rd, Columbia, SC 29203

336 Registered Offenders Nearby
1 Rape
0 Child Involved
1 Assault
335 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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MCMURRAY, WILLIAM ROBERT

45 years old

313 PENROSE DR COLUMBIA, SC, 29203
2.6 Medium
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ODOM, MICHAEL GREGORY

47 years old

1621 MAIN ST COLUMBIA, SC, 29201
3.3 Medium
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BOYD, CEDRIC MANDRA

49 years old

2504 GORDON STREET COLUMBIA, SC, 29204
2.5 Medium
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BOYLES, DEAN REX

33 years old

621 SUNSET BLVD WEST COLUMBIA, SC, 29169
4.3 Medium
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BURROUGHS, KENNETH

60 years old

220 FAISON DR COLUMBIA, SC, 29203
3.7 Medium

1238 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

1238 Crime & Incidents by Severity
109 Severe
124 Medium
265 Low
740 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Fire

07/16/2026 08:54 PM

Taylor St, Columbia, SC 29201

MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, multiple fire departments were dispatched to a reported high life hazard fire alarm at a residence hall near Taylor Street in Columbia, South Carolina.

Disturbance

07/16/2026 08:10 PM

Bowling Ave, Columbia, SC 29203

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible disorderly conduct situation at an apartment complex near Bowling Road Extension, where a man with no shirt and a backpack is reportedly walking around a building and yelling threats about damaging a window.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 08:09 PM

Richland Medical Park Dr, Columbia, SC 29203

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS reports a possible cardiac-related medical emergency involving a patient with severe chest pain and rapid breathing near Richland Medical Park in Columbia.

Traffic

07/16/2026 07:53 PM

Center St, Columbia, SC 29204

LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer initiated a possible traffic stop involving a vehicle near the intersection of Center Road and another road, in front of a McDonald's in Columbia, South Carolina.

Disturbance

07/16/2026 07:26 PM

Main St, Columbia, SC 29208

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report from a resident near West Main Street that neighbors were allegedly harassing him by standing outside his door and yelling.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Alcorn Middle0.5 mi
Eau Claire High0.5 mi
Arden Elementary1.0 mi
Hyatt Park Elementary1.0 mi
J. P. Thomas Elementary1.2 mi
Midlands Arts Conservatory1.3 mi
Palmetto Achievement Center for Excellence Academy1.5 mi
Heyward Gibbes Middle1.6 mi
Burton Pack Elementary1.9 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 5424 Knoll 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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