Crime & Safety Report for 215 Western Ave, Westover, WV 26501

Review crime and safety information near 215 Western Ave, Westover, WV 26501. 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

$210,000 | 2 bd | 1 ba | 1,360 sqft

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

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Full report contains 96 offenders within 5 miles and 2817 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

96 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 215 Western Ave, Westover, WV 26501

96 Registered Offenders Nearby
3 Rape
24 Child Involved
32 Assault
43 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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PRESOCK, JOSEPH ANDREW

45 years old

889 MYLAN PARK LN MORGANTOWN, WV, 26501
2.9 Medium
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HAHN, CHAD JEFFREY

39 years old

Child Involved

345 LEWIS DRIVE MORGANTOWN, WV, 26501
1.9 Medium
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SPITZNOGLE, ARTHUR JAMES

54 years old

Violent

364 PATTISON DR 266 MORGANTOWN, WV, 26505
1 Medium
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KINSLEY, JAMES E

51 years old

Child Involved

Criminal Attempt (Involuntary Deviate Sexual Intercourse W/ Someone Less than 15 YOA and Criminal Solicitation Involuntary Deviate Sexual Intercourse in the state of Pennsylvania served approximately 2 years 6 months in a correctional facility given 4 years supervised probation.

2024-12-30T07:05:03

Criminal Attempt (Involuntary Deviate Sexual Intercourse W/ Someone Less than 15 YOA and Criminal Solicitation Involuntary Deviate Sexual Intercourse in the state of Pennsylvania served approximately 2 years 6 months in a correctional facility given 4 years supervised probation.

2024-12-30T07:05:03

588 NATIONAL CHURCH HOLLOW RD MORGANTOWN, WV, 26501
4 Medium
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BARKLEY, SHAWN P SR

53 years old

412 WHITE AVENUE MORGANTOWN, WV, 26501
1.8 Medium

2817 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

2817 Crime & Incidents by Severity
294 Severe
353 Medium
609 Low
1561 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 10:25 PM

Fairmont Rd, Morgantown, WV 26501

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched for a possible fall victim near Fairmont Road at Wise Path. The patient appears to be alert.

Suspicious Activity

07/16/2026 10:14 PM

Wagner Rd, Morgantown, WV 26501

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers receive multiple silent cell phone calls throughout the night, apparently coming from a residence near Wagner Road with a noted prior history.

Other Incidents

07/16/2026 09:56 PM

West St, Westover, WV 26501

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers report taking a man into custody near the station. The specific reason for the arrest is not stated.

Break-In

07/16/2026 09:44 PM

Venture Dr, Morgantown, WV 26508

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported trespassing situation at a hotel on Venture Drive in Morgantown. Staff reported a prior domestic dispute on the property involving a man who had been told to leave but apparently returned to the front parking lot near the main entrance. The man was described by clothing, and a possible name was mentioned but not confirmed.

Fire

07/16/2026 09:27 PM

Chitwood Hall, 1519 University Ave, Morgantown, WV 26505

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a fire alarm at a residence hall on University Avenue. Crews investigated with facilities staff and it appeared to be a false alarm, and the system was reset to normal before units returned to service.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Suncrest Middle School1.0 mi
Westwood Middle School1.4 mi
Morgantown High School1.5 mi
Skyview Elementary School1.5 mi
Mountaineer Middle School1.6 mi
West Virginia Academy1.7 mi
North Elementary School1.9 mi

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Is 215 Western Ave in a low-crime area?

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