Crime & Safety Report for 746 Peaks St, Bedford, VA 24523

Review crime and safety information near 746 Peaks St, Bedford, VA 24523. 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

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

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Full report contains 47 offenders within 5 miles and 39 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

47 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 746 Peaks St, Bedford, VA 24523

47 Registered Offenders Nearby
7 Rape
26 Child Involved
10 Assault
8 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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HODGES, KENNETH WAYNE

75 years old

Rapist

SEX OFFENSE, OTHER STATE (CRIMES AGAINST NATURE--SODOMY)

2024-09-02T17:06:34

LAST REPORTED ADDRESS - OUT OF STATE BEDFORD, VA, 24523
0.6 High
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FARLEY, SCOTT ALAN

59 years old

Violent

720 ILCS 5/12-14 - AGGRAVATED CRIMINAL SEXUAL ABUSE/BODILY HARM -

2024-10-03T02:57:29

2022 E LYNCHBURG SALEM TURNPIKE BEDFORD, VA, 24523
2.9 Medium
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LAWHORN, PAUL JAMES

71 years old

Violent

18.2-472.1 - VIOL SEX OFFNDR/MURDR REG:FAIL 2 REG- FALSE INFO -

2024-10-03T02:57:29

18.2-67.3 - AGGRAVATED SEXUAL BATTERY -

2024-10-03T02:57:29

18.2-67.3 - AGGRAVATED SEXUAL BATTERY -

2024-10-03T02:57:29

3743 PATTERSON MILL ROAD BEDFORD, VA, 24523
4.3 Medium
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BROWN, DARRYL MCCOY

58 years old

Child Involved

18.2-370.1 - INDECENT LIBERTIES WITH CHILD BY CUSTODIAN -

2024-10-03T02:57:29

1342 ON TIME ROAD BEDFORD, VA, 24523
1.7 Medium
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FLETCHER, JOHN WESLEYRODRIQUEZ

33 years old

609.344.1(B) - CRIMINAL SEXUAL CONDUCT 3RD DEGREE

2024-10-03T02:57:29

5337 E LYNCHBURG TURNPIKE BEDFORD, VA, 24523
0.6 High

39 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

39 Crime & Incidents by Severity
7 Severe
3 Medium
8 Low
21 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Medical Emergency

07/12/2026 02:53 PM

Longwood Ave, Bedford, VA 24523

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, ambulance unit 85 reported on scene with patient contact near Longwood Avenue.

Fire

07/12/2026 02:51 PM

Longwood Ave, Bedford, VA 24523

MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to an apparent sprinkler system problem at an apartment building near Longwood Avenue in Bedford. Units worked in the basement and in an upper-floor apartment to slow the water flow, drain the system, and cover belongings while coordinating with the water authority and the property manager. One ambulance made patient contact on scene, and some medical units were later released.

Medical Emergency

07/10/2026 07:50 PM

Roundtree Dr, Bedford, VA 24523

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involving a sick person is reported near Roundtree Drive at Cherry Hill Retirement lower building.

Medical Emergency

07/10/2026 06:34 PM

Ashland Ave, Bedford, VA 24523

Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call for severe abdominal pain occurred near Ashland Avenue. Ambulance 14 was dispatched to the location.

Fire

07/10/2026 02:57 PM

Burks Hill Rd, Bedford, VA 24523

MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to the area of the Burks Hill industrial complex for a report of lines down on the roadway, announced as Box 3.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Bedford Primary0.4 mi
Governor's Health Sciences Academy1.1 mi
Susie G. Gibson Science and Technology Center1.1 mi
Bedford County Alternative Education Center1.2 mi
Bedford Elementary1.3 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 746 Peaks St in a low-crime area?

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