Crime & Safety Report for 9450 Gamble Rd, Van Wert, OH 45891

Review crime and safety information near 9450 Gamble Rd, Van Wert, OH 45891. 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

$249,000 | 4 bd | 1 ba | 1,941 sqft

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

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Full report contains 37 offenders within 5 miles and 490 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

37 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 9450 Gamble Rd, Van Wert, OH 45891

37 Registered Offenders Nearby
5 Rape
13 Child Involved
7 Assault
14 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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CHESBRO, ANTHONY RAY

38 years old

Child Involved

315 N RACE ST VAN WERT, OH, 45891
3.7 Medium
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STEPHENSON, SAMUEL RAY

47 years old

Violent

109 W SOUTH ST MIDDLE POINT, OH, 45863
3.1 Medium
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HARTSOUGH, ERIC MICHAEL

44 years old

Child Involved

35-42-4-3 - Child Molesting Sexual Motivation

2024-12-17T11:36:19

938 S WASHINGTON ST VAN WERT, OH, 45891
4.2 Medium
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BARTLEY, ORVILLE RAY

65 years old

Rapist

Violent

2907.02(A)(1)(B) - Rape Sexual Motivation

2024-12-17T11:36:19

2907.03 - Sexual Battery

2024-12-17T11:36:19

201 SIBLEY ST VAN WERT, OH, 45891
4.8 Medium
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DELONG, WESLEY JOSEPH

73 years old

Child Involved

302 N WASHINGTON ST VAN WERT, OH, 45891
4.1 Medium

490 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

490 Crime & Incidents by Severity
27 Severe
54 Medium
119 Low
290 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Break-In

07/16/2026 10:22 PM

Huggy Bear Campground, 9065 Ringwald Rd, Middle Point, OH 45863

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a campground for a reported burglary where a person is said to have broken into a camper, stolen items, and left in a red car in an unknown direction.

Suspicious Activity

07/16/2026 07:33 PM

E Sycamore St, Van Wert, OH 45891

 MEDIUM

As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller on East Sycamore Street reported that the garage light came on and they heard people running from the garage. The caller is waiting outside in the yard for officers to respond to the suspicious activity.

Traffic

07/16/2026 07:11 PM

E Crawford St & S Franklin St, Van Wert, OH 45891

 LOW

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic check on an unoccupied blue Ford Focus near the intersection of Franklin Street and Crawford Street in Van Wert. Records checks indicated the registered owner from Van Wert has a valid license with prior traffic violations noted.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 07:07 PM

Chippewa Dr, Van Wert, OH 45891

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, medical emergency reported near Chippewa Drive involving RPD Medic 7 on scene.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 07:02 PM

Chippewa Dr, Van Wert, OH 45891

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, medical emergency reported near Chippewa Drive involving an elderly female who fell and is unable to get up. Medic unit responded.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
Lincolnview Jr/Sr High School1.1 mi
Lincolnview Elementary School1.1 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 9450 Gamble Rd 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?

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