Hemet Police Department
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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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a message from our chief
On behalf of the hard-working men and women of the Hemet Police Department, I would like to welcome you to our website.
The department serves a fast-growing, highly diverse population that lives, works, and plays in the San Jacinto Valley. Hemet is well-known for some of the best Southern California fishing at Diamond Valley Lake and top-notch mountain biking at Simpson Park. We are a great central location with easy access to the beach, desert, and mountains. We are home to the Western Science Center and the Ramona Pageant, California’s official outdoor play.
If you are looking for a great place to live or just visit, the Hemet Police Department will be honored to serve you. Thank you for visiting our website and we hope you find it contains valuable information about our department and the resources, programs, and services we provide to the community.
Eddie Pust
Chief of Police
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Check Twice for Motorcycles: May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
Hemet, Calif. — During May’s Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, The Hemet Police Department reminds drivers to always look twice for motorcycles. Safe riding and driving practices, and a shared responsibility from all road users, will help everyone get to their...
Share the Road and Look Out for One Another During Bicycle Safety Month
Hemet, Calif. — May is National Bicycle Safety Month, and the Hemet Police Department is encouraging more people to get active and safely take bike rides. “Bicycling is a great means of transportation and recreation, and everyone deserves to ride to their destination...
Hemet Police Department Launches Drone as a First Responder Program
Hemet, Calif. — On Monday, April 17, the Hemet Police Department launched a new Drone as a First Responder (DFR) Program to enhance its law enforcement capabilities. The DFR program will use small, remotely operated Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), also commonly...
Last night, the Hemet Police Department hosted its second DUI and Driver`s License Checkpoint of 2023. With 741 vehicles passing through the checkpoint, the night was filled with plenty of DUI education and enforcement of traffic laws.
Below are some brief statistics of the night.
• 741 vehicles went through the checkpoint
• 7 suspended/revoked driver`s licenses
• 3 Field Sobriety Tests administered
Funding for this checkpoint was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. A special thank you to our partners at Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD).
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This evening, the Hemet Unified School District alerted us of social media threats originating from West Valley High School.
School will continue as planned. However, we want to assure the community that campus safety remains one of our top priorities. Out of an abundance of caution, we will have additional officers on site.
We understand that incidents like these can be unsettling. However, we want to assure families that we are taking all necessary precautions to keep students and Hemet Unified School District staff safe.
If you haven`t noticed already, the city`s south end is experiencing a power outage⚡️
Southern California Edison is working diligently to get things back to normal, but in the meantime, please use caution when driving. There are traffic signal outages along Stetson and South State Street. If you come up to an inoperative traffic signal, treat it as if you were at a STOP SIGN 🛑
Drive safely, Hemet!
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Yesterday, Officer Zuniga and Officer Joromat were proactively patrolling the 300 block of N. Hamilton Avenue. Officers noticed a subject who was out on bail on a prior firearms violation arrest where Officer Zuniga was the arresting Officer.
The subject was seated in the driver’s seat of a vehicle with the driver’s door open. As Officer Zuniga approached the vehicle, the subject threw an unknown object on the rear seat area of the vehicle. A search of the vehicle revealed a loaded firearm and narcotics.
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This morning, we wished Police Officer Trainees Alex Perez and Ashely Villatoro the best of luck as they began their first day at the Riverside County Sheriff`s Department Academy.
The Basic Peace Officer Training Academy is a high discipline/stress-oriented program emphasizing Professionalism/Ethics & Leadership, Lifetime Fitness, Firearms training, Emergency Vehicle Operations, Arrest Methods/Defensive Tactics, Investigative Report Writing, Community Relations, Cultural Diversity, and Chemical Agents training.
Good luck, Class 217!
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Last week, we held Week 8 of the Hemet Police Department Citizens` Academy.
Conducted over ten weeks, participants learn from department personnel and get an inside look at how we serve our community.
Last week, students received presentations along with a demonstration from our K-9 handlers Officer DelBono and Officer Tabor. Students also took part in a felony vehicle stop demonstration led by Officers Maynard, Martinez, & DelBono.
Are you interested in being a part of the next session? Contact Sergeant Jamie Gonzalez at jgonzalez@hemetca.gov to reserve your spot.
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Last week, Officer Zuniga and Officer Hobson were patrolling the 200 block of W Fruitvale Avenue when they saw several individuals standing around a vehicle with open doors; Officer Zuniga observed a male subject remove a black satchel from around his neck and throw it in the vehicle.
Both Officers approached the vehicle and detained several individuals who displayed apparent signs and symptoms of being drunk in public. A vehicle search was conducted, revealing two loaded and unserialized 9mm firearms.
This makes Officer Zuniga`s 11th proactive gun arrest since joining Hemet PD in late November 2022.
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A behind-the-scenes look of booking narcotic evidence.
On April 24, Officer Cordero conducted a traffic stop. A search was conducted and multiple narcotics were located including methamphetamine, heroin, M30 pills, and mushrooms, which lead to the arrest of the driver.
Great job, Officer Cordero!
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Last night, several members of the Hemet Police Department were recognized at the annual Riverside County Law Enforcement Appreciation Committee (LEAC) Awards Ceremony at the March Field Air Museum.
Act of Valor 🎖️
Officer Whitley Walker
Investigative Excellence 🎖️
Investigator Katie Rabago
Distinguished K-9 Team 🎖️
Sergeant Derek Maddox and K-9 River
Explorer Scholarships 🎖️
Jasmin Barragas
The Law Enforcement Appreciation Committee (LEAC) is a community-based local non-profit organization whose sole purpose is to pay annual tribute and recognition to deserving law enforcement officers employed by any agency throughout Western Riverside County for acts of valor or bravery, distinguished or exemplary police work; or has demonstrated outstanding service and commitment to protecting families, homes, and neighborhoods.
Congratulations team!
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Last week, we held Week 7 of the Hemet Police Department Citizens` Academy
Conducted over ten weeks, participants learn from department personnel and get an inside look at how we serve our community.
Last week, students received presentations on Public Information, Internal Affairs, and Use of Force; Captain Brock conveniently volunteered to get tased!
Are you interested in being a part of the next session? Contact Sergeant Jamie Gonzalez at jgonzalez@hemetca.gov to reserve your spot.
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Today, the Hemet Police Department recognizes Denim Day 👖💙
To raise awareness of sexual violence and combat victim blaming, professional staff at the Department wore denim jeans, with Hemet Police Officers wearing teal ribbons under their name tags.
The day is recognized internationally following a high-profile Italian rape trial where the survivor was blamed for her rape due to the type of jeans she was wearing. In protest and solidarity, women in the Italian Parliament protested by wearing jeans to work and thus sparking Denim Day.
The Hemet Police Department is proud to partner with REACH (Reflect. Emerge. Act. Choose. Hope.), a local nonprofit specializing in preventing, intervening, and treating sexual & domestic violence, childhood trauma and abuse, and human trafficking. All services are free and confidential for survivors of all ages. Services are survivor-centered, trauma-informed, and empowerment-based. Learn more about reach at www.reachus.org
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Happy Administrative Professionals Day!
We want to take a moment to recognize all of our administrative staff, from personnel in Records to our support personnel all of these people are an integral part of our department.
Though they are often unseen they are the heartbeat that keeps our department running efficiently and effectively.
