Crime & Safety Report for 22 Preserve Dr, Lancaster, VA 22503

Review crime and safety information near 22 Preserve Dr, Lancaster, VA 22503. 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

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

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Full report contains 10 offenders within 5 miles and 42 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

10 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 22 Preserve Dr, Lancaster, VA 22503

10 Registered Offenders Nearby
1 Rape
2 Child Involved
0 Assault
7 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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CRITTENDEN, CARTER BURTON

66 years old

Child Involved

18.2-370.1 - INDECENT LIBERTIES WITH CHILD BY CUSTODIAN -

2024-10-03T02:57:29

18.2-370.1 - INDECENT LIBERTIES WITH CHILD BY CUSTODIAN -

2024-10-03T02:57:29

18.2-63 - CARNAL KNOW:OF 13-14Y:ACCUSED<18,3+OLDER,CONSENT -

2024-10-03T02:57:29

18.2-370.1 - INDECENT LIBERTIES WITH CHILD BY CUSTODIAN -

2024-10-03T02:57:29

18.2-63 - CARNAL KNOW:OF 13-14Y:ACCUSED<18,3+OLDER,CONSENT -

2024-10-03T02:57:29

18.2-63 - CARNAL KNOWLEDGE OF CHILD 13 TO 15 YEARS OLD -

2024-10-03T02:57:29

18.2-370.1 - INDECENT LIBERTIES WITH CHILD BY CUSTODIAN -

2024-10-03T02:57:29

353 MARIGOLD LANE WEEMS, VA, 23231
4 Medium
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VENEY, LARRY GENE

64 years old

18.2-63 - CARNAL KNOW:OF 13-14Y:ACCUSED<18,3+OLDER,CONSENT -

2024-10-03T02:57:29

299 PINCKARDSVILLE ROAD LANCASTER, VA, 22503
4.3 Medium
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RICE, OLIVER LEROY

75 years old

808 CHESTNUT GROVE LANE HEATHSVILLE, VA, 22473
4.5 Medium
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AKERS, GARY RAY

63 years old

Rapist

18.2-67.1 - FORCIBLE SODOMY -

2024-10-03T02:57:29

280 WHITE PINE LANCASTER, VA, 22503
1.2 Medium
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SMITH, ODELL LAMONT

55 years old

127 1ST STREET LANCASTER, VA, 22503
4.7 Medium

42 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

42 Crime & Incidents by Severity
2 Severe
2 Medium
13 Low
25 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Traffic

07/14/2026 05:15 AM

Mary Ball Rd, Lancaster, VA 22503

LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducts a traffic stop on a logging truck near Mary Ball Road in Lancaster. The stop involves checking a permit tag on the trailer and a homemade trailer reportedly involved in an earlier accident.

Medical Emergency

07/12/2026 09:08 AM

Ottoman Ferry Rd, Lancaster, VA 22503

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving altered mental status was reported near Ottoman Ferry Road at a church. Emergency medical services including ALS support were dispatched. A lift assist may also be involved in the nearby district.

Medical Emergency

07/12/2026 07:41 AM

Oliver Ln, Lancaster, VA 22503

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, upper Lancaster Rescue responded to an 86-year-old male having difficulty breathing near Oliver Lane, with patient refusing transport.

Other Non-Crime

07/10/2026 10:09 AM

Mary Ball Rd, Lancaster, VA 22503

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer spoke with a man near the courthouse by the sheriff’s office after he reportedly thought he lost something from his truck. The situation was resolved and the man continued on his way.

Medical Emergency

07/06/2026 06:53 AM

Kathy Dr, Lancaster, VA 22503

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders were dispatched to a fall involving a 71-year-old woman near Kathy Drive. The residence was locked with key location available through dispatch.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Lancaster High1.5 mi
New Middle-High School1.5 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 22 Preserve Dr 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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