Crime & Safety Report for 637 5th St, New Martinsville, WV 26155

Review crime and safety information near 637 5th St, New Martinsville, WV 26155. 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 46 offenders within 5 miles and 17 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

46 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 637 5th St, New Martinsville, WV 26155

46 Registered Offenders Nearby
2 Rape
5 Child Involved
17 Assault
24 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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GRIFFON, SHANE ALLEN

28 years old

49507 DANGEL LN SARDIS, OH, 43946
4.5 Medium
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KNOWLTON, THOMAS ELSWORTH

50 years old

2907.05(A)1 - Gross Sexual Imposition Sexual Motivation

2024-12-17T11:36:19

37802 TOWNSHIP HIGHWAY 496 HIGHWAY SARDIS, OH, 43946
4.5 Medium
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BARNHART, JESSE LEE

49 years old

Violent

2907.05 - Gross Sexual Imposition

2024-12-17T11:36:19

2907.03 - Sexual Battery

2024-12-17T11:36:19

373 PLUM ST PROCTOR, WV, 26055
4.7 Medium
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WARD, DAVID THOMAS

61 years old

48831 NARROWS RUN RD SARDIS, OH, 43946
5 Medium
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HAMMOND, ZACHARY MITCHELL

34 years old

2907.05(A)1 - Gross Sexual Imposition Sexual Motivation

2024-12-17T11:36:19

52555 UNION STREET HANNIBAL, OH, 43931
1.7 Medium

17 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

17 Crime & Incidents by Severity
1 Severe
2 Low
14 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Medical Emergency

07/04/2026 02:34 PM

Wetzel Cnty Hospital, 3 E Benjamin Dr, New Martinsville, WV 26155

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a 72-year-old female reportedly experienced shortness of breath and has a history of asthma and COPD. She was treated with oxygen and medication and showed improvement upon arrival at Wetzel County Hospital.

Medical Emergency

06/26/2026 07:50 AM

E Benjamin Dr, New Martinsville, WV 26155

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical transport is underway with unit 480 carrying a patient to Wetzel County ER, estimated arrival between 8 to 12 minutes.

Traffic

06/24/2026 04:26 PM

Dunlap St, New Martinsville, WV 26155

LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a possible traffic stop or crash-related contact with one woman near Dunlap Street in New Martinsville, with another unit heading to the location for processing.

Other Crimes

06/24/2026 04:26 PM

Dunlap St, New Martinsville, WV 26155

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer requested a warrant service near Dunlap Street in New Martinsville and reported one female in custody.

Medical Emergency

06/20/2026 08:55 AM

WV-2, New Martinsville, WV 26155

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched to Martinsville Healthcare Center for an elderly male patient with difficulty breathing. Dispatch occurred at 11:55.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Magnolia High School0.3 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 637 5th St 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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