Crime & Safety Report for 235 Ross St, Salem, VA 24153

Review crime and safety information near 235 Ross St, Salem, VA 24153. 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

$229,950 | 2 bd | 2 ba | 1,145 sqft

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

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Full report contains 400 offenders within 5 miles and 16 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

400 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 235 Ross St, Salem, VA 24153

400 Registered Offenders Nearby
109 Rape
160 Child Involved
122 Assault
65 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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BOWBEER, TRISTON RICHARD

28 years old

Child Involved

LAST REPORTED ADDRESS - OUT OF STATE SALEM, VA, 24153
1.5 Medium
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CECIL, W C

60 years old

NONE ROANOKE, VA, 24017
4.6 Medium
Offender photo

HOHNKE, VERNIE ANTHONY

57 years old

Rapist

18.2-361 - CRIMES AGAINST NATURE (SODOMY)

2024-10-03T02:57:29

18.2-361 - CRIMES AGAINST NATURE (SODOMY)

2024-10-03T02:57:29

221 KESSLER MILL ROAD SALEM, VA, 24153
0.2 High
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BASHLOR, LOWELL D JR

60 years old

Child Involved

18.2-370 - INDECENT LIBERTIES: W/ CHILD -

2024-10-03T02:57:29

3141 HILLANDALE DRIVE SW ROANOKE, VA, 24018
4 Medium
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CALLOWAY, FRED HENRY III

60 years old

Rapist

18.2-61 - RAPE -

2024-10-03T02:57:29

18.2-61 - RAPE -

2024-10-03T02:57:29

18.2-67.1 - FORCIBLE SODOMY -

2024-10-03T02:57:29

4802 VALLEY VIEW BOULEVARD NW ROANOKE, VA, 24012
3.6 Medium

16 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

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

Medical Emergency

07/14/2026 01:20 PM

Electric Rd, Salem, VA 24153

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, an advanced life support medical transport was requested for a patient in the emergency room near Electric Rd in Salem.

Fire

07/10/2026 09:04 AM

30th St NW, Roanoke, VA 24017

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible small motor fire reported near 30th Street in Roanoke, with units moving eastbound in the area and checking equipment and fuel tracks for safety.

Missing Person

07/08/2026 06:45 PM

Laura Rd NW, Roanoke, VA 24017

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, authorities issued a BOLO from Virginia State Police (Roanoke County) for a missing juvenile last seen July 7, 2026, around 0200 hours (time unclear in audio) on/near Laura Road northwest of Roanoke, Virginia. The juvenile was reportedly riding a black and green bicycle and may have had a gray backpack. Officials indicated the situation poses a credible threat to the juvenile’s health and safety.

Fire

07/02/2026 07:11 AM

30th St NW, Roanoke, VA 24017

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible vehicle fire near 30th Street in Roanoke. Units indicate one motor is on fire and ready to be dealt with.

Fire

07/02/2026 07:10 AM

30th St NW, Roanoke, VA 24017

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible fire involving a train motor on the west side near 30th Street in Roanoke, Virginia.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Glen Cove Elementary1.4 mi
Alternative Secondary Transition Educational Program1.6 mi
Salem Alternative1.6 mi
Virginia Virtual Academy at Salem1.6 mi
Andrew Lewis Middle1.6 mi
East Salem Elementary1.7 mi
G.W. Carver Elementary1.8 mi
Burton Center for Arts and Technology1.8 mi
Governor's STEM Academy at the Burton Center for Arts and Te1.8 mi
Westside Elementary1.9 mi

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Is 235 Ross St in a low-crime area?

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Why are traffic and medical calls shown separately from crime?

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