Arrests made following assault on school campus
Two men have been arrested following an incident on the Tahquitz High School campus.
Dan Reinbolt
Man charged with assaulting officers
Hemet Man Assaults Officers investigating an alleged court order violation. The unprovoked attack occurred in the 800 block of Madden Street in Hemet.
HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION
On Friday, November 17, 2023, at approximately 9:42 pm, the Hemet Police Department received a call of gunshots heard in the 800 block of South Palm Avenue. When officers arrived at the scene, they found an adult male victim suffering from several gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to a local hospital but succumbed to his injuries.
shooting on Domenigoni Parkway
Hemet Police Detectives are investigating a shooting that occurred within the 3800 block of Domenigoni Parkway near Sanderson Avenue. The incident happened on Friday, October 13th, 2023, at 4:13 PM. The male victim was driving on Domenigoni Parkway near Sanderson Avenue when he was struck by gunfire. It is unknown where the bullet came from or who fired the shot, but the investigation is underway.
Anyone with information regarding this incident can contact Detective Cortez at (951) 765-2433 or provide anonymous information through the Hemet Police Department’s smartphone app, available for free in the Apple App Store for iOS devices and Google Play for Android users. Anonymous tips are always accepted
Officers Warn Others of Approaching Tropical Storm
Hemet, Calif. – In preparation for Hurricane Hilary, the Hemet Police Department has sent officers to washes and drainage areas throughout the city where transient encampments may be found. The officers are there to warn anyone staying in locations designed for flood control to be aware of the approaching tropical storm expected to reach Hemet sometime over the weekend. All homeless persons in these locations will be offered assistance and told to vacate the area to prevent being caught in a flash flood.
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
In its efforts to prevent distracted driving and save lives on our roads, the Hemet Police Department is reminding all drivers to stay focused, keep their eyes forward, and keep their hands on the wheel. Whether checking a phone, eating, or adjusting the radio, distractions can have devastating consequences.
homicide investigation
Hemet, California – On Friday, March 21, 2025, at about 2:27 am, Hemet Fire responded to the 300 block of E. Florida Avenue, Hemet in regards to an unconscious male in the parking lot. The male subject was transported to a local trauma center for further treatment.
At 4:02 hours, Hemet Police dispatch received a call from the hospital stating the male subject sustained major trauma to his head. Hemet Police Department’s Investigations Bureau was notified and assumed the investigation. Detectives determined that the victim was assaulted and left unconscious before the call for medical assistance was made.
Despite lifesaving efforts, on Monday, March 24, 2025, the victim succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at the hospital. The victim’s name is not being released at this time. During the course of the investigation, Detectives identified Michael Martin as the suspect responsible for the homicide. On Tuesday, March 25, 2025, Martin was arrested and transported to Hemet PD and then to Larry D. Smith Correctional Facility where he was booked for homicide and held on a $1,000,000 bail.