Crime & Safety Report for 1017 W Benson Ave, Ridgecrest, CA 93555

Review crime and safety information near 1017 W Benson Ave, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. 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

$232,900 | 3 bd | 2 ba | 1,040 sqft

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

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Full report contains 62 offenders within 5 miles and 107 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

62 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 1017 W Benson Ave, Ridgecrest, CA 93555

62 Registered Offenders Nearby
6 Rape
51 Child Involved
5 Assault
6 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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GANDARA, ARTURO

46 years old

Child Involved

451 NORMA ST RIDGECREST, CA, 93555
0.7 High
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HOFFMAN, JACOB CLAYTON

51 years old

Child Involved

Violent

1413 WAYNE ST RIDGECREST, CA, 93555
2.6 Medium
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NOBLE, JAMIE EDWARD

38 years old

Child Involved

128 S SILVER RIDGE ST RIDGECREST, CA, 93555
1.6 Medium
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BARTHEL, KYLE EDWARD

40 years old

Child Involved

Not Provided RIDGECREST, CA, 93555
1.8 Medium
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DYE, ANDREW DAVID LEE

27 years old

Not Provided RIDGECREST, CA, 93555
1.8 Medium

107 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

107 Crime & Incidents by Severity
11 Severe
11 Medium
11 Low
74 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 06:43 PM

Roosevelt St, Ridgecrest, CA 93555

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for a reported unconscious person near East Roosevelt Street and Thompson in Ridgecrest, possibly associated with Independence High School.

Fire

07/16/2026 04:53 PM

Oasis Dr, Ridgecrest, CA 93555

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a possible structure fire at a home near Oasis Drive after reports that interior walls felt hot and light smoke was coming from a wall. The reporting party was advised several times to evacuate but may have remained inside to search the residence.

Fire

07/16/2026 04:52 PM

Sierra Vista Shopping Center, 1301 N Norma St, Ridgecrest, CA 93555

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported hazardous condition at a store near North Norma Street after smoke was initially reported inside a home and then corrected to a business location. The smoke appears to have possibly dissipated.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 03:25 PM

College Heights Blvd, Ridgecrest, CA 93555

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical team was dispatched to a memory care facility near College Heights Boulevard in Ridgecrest for a reported hemorrhaging patient.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 03:24 PM

College Heights Blvd, Ridgecrest, CA 93555

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a memory care facility near College Heights Boulevard for a reported hemorrhaging medical emergency.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Ridgecrest Elem Acad for Language Music and Sci0.4 mi
Faller Elementary0.7 mi
James Monroe Middle1.0 mi
Las Flores Elementary1.3 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 1017 W Benson Ave 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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