Crime & Safety Report for 11940 Wicker Ave, Cedar Lake, IN 46303

Review crime and safety information near 11940 Wicker Ave, Cedar Lake, IN 46303. 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

$300,000

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

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Full report contains 34 offenders within 5 miles and 873 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

34 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 11940 Wicker Ave, Cedar Lake, IN 46303

34 Registered Offenders Nearby
4 Rape
15 Child Involved
8 Assault
11 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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VELAZQUEZ, LUIS K

48 years old

Child Involved

7509 W 140TH PL CEDAR LAKE, IN, 46303
3.5 Medium
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GOODLANDER, GERALD THOMAS

51 years old

Child Involved

13550 UTOPIA DR CEDAR LAKE, IN, 46303
2.2 Medium
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MRAZEK, CRAIG

64 years old

Violent

14225 E LAKESHORE DR CEDAR LAKE, IN, 46303
3.6 Medium
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SCHROEDER, JORDAN CHRISTOPHER

41 years old

Child Involved

Violent

10501 W 133RD AVE CEDAR LAKE, IN, 46303
1.8 Medium
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SHAFIER, HAROLD EMMETT

65 years old

7500 W 140TH PL CEDAR LAKE, IN, 46303
3.5 Medium

873 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

873 Crime & Incidents by Severity
91 Severe
113 Medium
216 Low
453 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Disturbance

07/16/2026 10:05 PM

Sheffield Ave, Dyer, IN 46311

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of an unwanted person at a gas station on Sheffield Avenue in Dyer, where a male was reportedly smoking by a fuel pump and the caller wanted him to leave. A unit indicated they could respond to the scene.

Traffic

07/16/2026 09:29 PM

Cedar St, Cedar Lake, IN 46303

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller on Cedar Street reported a semi truck trying to turn around and apparently hitting a tree in the caller’s yard, with concern it might also strike a nearby house.

Suspicious Activity

07/16/2026 09:17 PM

Rosemary Ln, Dyer, IN 46373

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported possible suspicious people and vehicles behind a home on Rosemary Lane late at night.

Break-In

07/16/2026 07:39 PM

Lakeshore Dr, Cedar Lake, IN 46303

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a burglary complaint near Lakeshore Drive after the caller reported finding a couple of people in a garage. The suspects reportedly fled on foot, leaving behind a backpack and a bicycle, and an off-duty county officer who lives nearby made a report.

Missing Person

07/16/2026 07:07 PM

W 109th Ave, Dyer, IN 46311

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a missing person report from a residence near West 109th Avenue in Dyer, Indiana, after a man reportedly left home in the afternoon, had not returned, and was believed to have lost his phone.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Lincoln Elementary School1.5 mi
Hanover Central High School1.7 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 11940 Wicker 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.

How often is this HoodScore report updated?

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