Crime & Safety Report for 11301 State Route 243, South Point, OH 45680

Review crime and safety information near 11301 State Route 243, South Point, OH 45680. 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 11 offenders within 5 miles and 12 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

11 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 11301 State Route 243, South Point, OH 45680

11 Registered Offenders Nearby
3 Rape
1 Child Involved
2 Assault
5 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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MALAVENDA, MICHAEL

48 years old

Rapist

510.070 - Sodomy 1st degree

2024-12-17T11:36:19

510.110 - Sexual Abuse 1st Degree

2024-12-17T11:36:19

7909 COUNTY ROAD 2 WILLOW WOOD, OH, 45696
4.7 Medium
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THOMPSON, JAMES C

47 years old

1518 COUNTY ROAD 31 CHESAPEAKE, OH, 45619
3.5 Medium
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KOSTER, JEFFREY ALAN

38 years old

Rapist

2907.02 - Attempt Rape (attempted)

2024-12-17T11:36:19

3342 COUNTY ROAD 6 KITTS HILL, OH, 45645
4.4 Medium
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MIDKIFF, DONALD RAY

58 years old

Violent

61-8B-5 - SEXUAL ASSAULT IN THE THIRD DEGREE Sexual Motivation

2024-12-17T11:36:19

1881 CO RD 61 KITTS HILL, OH, 45645
3 Medium
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TIPTON, MICHAEL

37 years old

95 PRIVATE DRIVE 1255 SOUTH POINT, OH, 45680
1.6 Medium

12 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

12 Crime & Incidents by Severity
2 Severe
4 Medium
3 Low
3 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Medical Emergency

06/14/2026 08:05 AM

Private Dr 7812, off, Chesapeake, OH 45619

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a well-being check was requested near Private Drive off County Road 1 in Chesapeake.

Suspicious Activity

06/12/2026 07:43 PM

Platinum Dr, Chesapeake, OH 45619

MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a complaint from a resident on Platinum Drive about a possible tracking device, described as an AirTag, found on a vehicle. The caller requested to speak with an officer about the situation. Details are based on radio reports and may involve a suspected tracking or harassment concern.

Disorderly Conduct

06/12/2026 07:16 PM

Riverside Dr, Chesapeake, OH 45619

LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a caller complaint from a home on Riverside Drive about floors reportedly shaking due to a ceiling fan. Deputies were sent to drive by the area again in an apparent attempt to stop the reported vibration.

Missing Person

06/12/2026 06:09 PM

Big Branch Rd, Chesapeake, OH 45619

LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible three to four-year-old boy walking barefoot in the middle of Big Branch Road near a residence on Township Road (number withheld). Deputies are responding from Rockville to check the welfare of the child and look for a guardian.

Assault

06/08/2026 04:48 PM

Pr Rd 1166, Chesapeake, OH 45619

SERIOUS

As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller near a private road off County Road 31 reported a dispute with a worker who became angry over not being paid, spun gravel toward the caller and his vehicle, and allegedly made threats. An officer was dispatched to speak with the caller.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Lawrence County0.4 mi

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Is 11301 State Route 243 in a low-crime area?

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