Crime & Safety Report for 8539 W Avenue L, Lancaster, CA 93536

Review crime and safety information near 8539 W Avenue L, Lancaster, CA 93536. 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

$579,001 | 9 bd | 5 ba | 3,900 sqft

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

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Full report contains 58 offenders within 5 miles and 403 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

58 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 8539 W Avenue L, Lancaster, CA 93536

58 Registered Offenders Nearby
16 Rape
44 Child Involved
4 Assault
1 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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YOCHELSON, CHARLES HOWARD

59 years old

Rapist

PRIOR CODE: RAPE BY FORCE

2025-08-24T08:56:13

5711 WEST COLUMBIA WAY LANCASTER, CA, 93536
2.8 Medium
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ZARAGOZA, ANTHONY RAY

50 years old

Child Involved

POSSESS OR CONTROL OBSCENE MATTER DEPICTING MINOR IN SEXUAL CONDUCT

2025-08-24T08:56:13

PRIOR CODE: DEPICT PERSON UNDER 14 YEARS ENGAGED IN SEXUAL CONDUCT

2025-08-24T08:56:13

6511 WEST L-12 AVE LANCASTER, CA, 93536
2.2 Medium
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ALVARADO, ANNITA MARIE

67 years old

Child Involved

43844 FIREWOOD WAY LANCASTER, CA, 93536
4.2 Medium
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ANDREWS, MARK ANSELMO

62 years old

Child Involved

43815 ENCANTO WAY LANCASTER, CA, 93536
2.5 Medium
Offender photo

ANGOL, JOHN MICHAEL

36 years old

Child Involved

Rapist

45150 60TH WEST ST LANCASTER, CA, 93536
4 Medium

403 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

403 Crime & Incidents by Severity
65 Severe
44 Medium
77 Low
217 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Other Non-Crime Event

07/16/2026 07:13 PM

W Ave L12, Lancaster, CA 93536

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 136 was dispatched for a possible public assist near West Avenue L12 and 65th Street West in the local district.

Other Non-Crime Event

07/16/2026 07:12 PM

W Ave L, Lancaster, CA 93536

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a public assist call near West Avenue L in Lancaster. After arrival, the responding unit requested the sheriff’s department for a possible civil matter with no medical aid needed.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 07:01 PM

Flintridge Dr, Palmdale, CA 93551

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are dispatched for a possible unconscious person at a residence near Flint Ridge Drive in Palmdale. Advanced life support and an engine company are responding.

Traffic

07/16/2026 01:05 PM

W Ave L, Lancaster, CA 93536

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, an engine and squad were dispatched to a reported vehicle versus pedestrian incident near the (number withheld) block of West Avenue L in Lancaster.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 09:21 AM

Treehaven Ct, Lancaster, CA 93536

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, engine and Squad 130 responded to a report of a sick person near Treehaven Court in Lancaster.

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Frequently asked questions

Is 8539 W Avenue L 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.

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