Crime & Safety Report for 797 Old Oyster Point Rd, Newport News, VA 23602

Review crime and safety information near 797 Old Oyster Point Rd, Newport News, VA 23602. 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

$270,000 | 2 bd | 2 ba | 1,395 sqft

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

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Full report contains 317 offenders within 5 miles and 2130 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

317 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 797 Old Oyster Point Rd, Newport News, VA 23602

317 Registered Offenders Nearby
80 Rape
123 Child Involved
91 Assault
59 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
Offender photo

LYMAN, HILBERT RONALD

54 years old

Child Involved

Violent

900 DAPHIA CIR NEWPORT NEWS, VA, 23601
0.9 High
Offender photo

CARTER, GEORGE EDWARD

75 years old

Rapist

Violent

18.2-67.3 - AGGRAVATED SEXUAL BATTERY -

2024-10-03T02:57:29

18.2-61 - RAPE -

2024-10-03T02:57:29

18.2-67.3 - AGGRAVATED SEXUAL BATTERY -

2024-10-03T02:57:29

18.2-67.1 - FORCIBLE SODOMY -

2024-10-03T02:57:29

9924 JEFFERSON AVENUE NEWPORT NEWS, VA, 23005
4.4 Medium
Offender photo

HAMMOND, RODNEY DEAN

51 years old

Violent

18.2-67.3(A)(2) - AGGRAVATED SEXUAL BATTERY -

2024-10-03T02:57:29

18.2-67.3 - AGGRAVATED SEXUAL BATTERY -

2024-10-03T02:57:29

473 WOLF DRIVE NEWPORT NEWS, VA, 23601
2 Medium
Offender photo

LAWRENCE, DERRICK JAMES

35 years old

Child Involved

9924 JEFFERSON AVENUE NEWPORT NEWS, VA, 23605
4.4 Medium
Offender photo

MCCORMACK, MICHAEL LEE

62 years old

Child Involved

Violent

615 BLAND BOULEVARD NEWPORT NEWS, VA, 23602
3.5 Medium

2130 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

2130 Crime & Incidents by Severity
217 Severe
118 Medium
162 Low
1633 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Fire

07/16/2026 08:39 PM

Lodge Ct, Newport News, VA 23608

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews investigated a possible fire alarm at a lodge-style business near Lodge Court in Newport News. They made entry, found a water leak in the ceiling causing a false alarm, and worked to reset the system while coordinating with a key holder for follow-up.

Fire

07/16/2026 08:27 PM

Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA 23608

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported commercial fire alarm at a barbecue restaurant on Jefferson Avenue near Sandstone Court. Units checked an elevator that was in fire mode, cycled the power, and Ladder 9 reported a one-story restaurant with nothing visible while the alarm was investigated.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 07:58 PM

Horse Pen Rd, Newport News, VA 23602

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and EMS units responded to a medical emergency near Horsepen Road, close to Canter Court and East Governor Drive.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 07:35 PM

Harpers Dr, Newport News, VA 23601

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 6 was dispatched for a possible fall near Chesapeake Retirement on Harper's Hill Road. Cross streets include Louise Drive and Blackwater Circle.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 07:34 PM

Adams Dr, Newport News, VA 23601

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to chest pains near Adams Drive at the intersection with Geddes and Dresden Drive. The apartment unit was updated to (number withheld). Police presence was not required.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Joseph H. Saunders Elementary0.9 mi
Enterprise Academy/Newport News City0.9 mi
Point Option Alternative School0.9 mi
Coventry Elementary1.3 mi
Watkins Early Childhood Center1.5 mi
L.F. Palmer Elementary1.7 mi
Tabb Middle1.9 mi
Tabb Elementary1.9 mi
Deer Park Elementary1.9 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 797 Old Oyster Point Rd in a low-crime area?

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