Hemet Police Department
Proudly serving the City of Hemet
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who we are
The Hemet Police Department provides law enforcement services to the city of Hemet in Southern California. Located in the San Jacinto Valley area of Riverside County, Hemet is about 86 miles east of Los Angeles. Within the 29 square miles of Hemet is a population of approximately 90,000 people.
Our department is a family-oriented team committed to excellence and quality service to our community. Our family is a talented workforce, who is progressively developing as change agents for our community.
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If you’re looking to make a difference in other people’s lives, the Hemet Police Department is hiring men and women to serve the community.
At Hemet PD, your ideas are embraced, your knowledge is respected, and you enjoy some of the best benefits in the profession.
a message from our chief
Welcome to the Hemet Police Department’s webpage!
On behalf of the entire department, we would like to extend a warm welcome to the City of Hemet and the San Jacinto Valley. We take great pride in our community, which is known for its strong spirit of togetherness and family-oriented environment.
As the population of our valley continues to grow at a rapid pace, the Hemet Police Department is also experiencing growth to meet the needs of our community. If you are passionate about serving and protecting others, we encourage you to explore a career with us. You can find more information within the webpage on how to join our dedicated team.
Hemet is not only known for its picturesque landscapes and natural wonders like Diamond Valley Lake, Simpson Park, and The Western Science Center, but also its vibrant cultural scene, highlighted by the esteemed Ramona Pageant, the longest-running outdoor play in the United States. Additionally, we boast a top-notch school district, providing excellent educational opportunities for families in our community.
We want to express our heartfelt gratitude for taking the time to visit our webpage. It is our hope that through this platform, we can connect with you, our residents and visitors, and build a stronger relationship. We are here to serve and protect, and we encourage you to reach out to us with any questions, concerns, or suggestions.
Thank you again for visiting our Hemet Police Department webpage. We look forward to the opportunity of meeting you in person and working together to create a safe and thriving community here in Hemet.
Michael Arellano
Chief of Police
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HEMET POLICE RECEIVES GRANT TO INCREASE ROAD SAFETY!
Office of Traffic Safety Awards $145,000 Grant to the Hemet Police Department for Traffic Enforcement Program to Increase Safety on Roads Hemet, Calif. – The Hemet Police Department announced today that it has received a grant from the California Office of Traffic...
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Hemet, Calif. – On Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at approximately 9:47 p.m., the Hemet Public Safety Communications Center received several calls reporting multiple subjects shooting at each other in the 100 block of East Stetson Avenue. Officers arrived on scene...
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