Officer Involved shooting update
The Hemet Police Department is aware of allegations that the subject in this officer-involved shooting was unarmed at the time of the incident and or he was compliant with his hands up. This is not the case
Michael Mouat
Officer involved shooting
Officers arrived in the area and located the male subject in the 200 block of East Florida Avenue where an officer-involved shooting occurred and the suspect was subsequently pronounced deceased on the scene.
Man with Knife Safely Detained Using Drone Technology
Following these commands coming from the UAV, the man dropped the knife and willingly surrendered. Officers safely detained him without the use of force and transported him to a local facility for treatment.
Organized Retail Theft Sting
On Thursday, June 26, 2024, The Hemet Police Department’s Organized Retail Theft Task Force conducted an Organized Retail Theft Sting at the JCPenney Department Store in the City of Hemet.
3 Arrested & Major Drug House Shut Down
On Tuesday, June 26, 2024, at approximately 3:17 AM, officers from the Hemet Police Department were conducting extra patrols in the 200 block of North Hamilton Avenue. This increased patrol was in response to a recent daytime shooting on June 24, 2024.
Major Injury Traffic Collision
On Saturday, February 24, 2024, at approximately 11:07 pm, Hemet Police Officers responded to a major injury traffic collision in the 1300 block of West Florida Avenue.
Kick Off Super Bowl LVIII with a Go Safely Game Plan
As the excitement builds for Super Bowl LVIII, the Hemet Police Department reminds football fans to intercept impaired driving if they’re heading out to a Super Bowl party and plan on drinking. Make sure you stick to the “Go Safely” game plan and choose a sober way to go.
Bicyclist Killed in Traffic Collision
Hemet, California – On Saturday, January 13th, 2024, at approximately 6:30 PM officers from the Hemet Police Department responded to a traffic collision on San Jacinto Street near the intersection of El Nita Lane, in the City of Hemet. Upon arrival, first responders located a bicyclist trapped under a vehicle. Life-saving measures were attempted but tragically, the bicyclist succumbed to his injuries after being transported to a nearby hospital. The adult male’s identity is being withheld pending notification to his family. Hemet Police Traffic Investigators responded and assumed the investigation.
Major Injury Traffic Collision
Hemet, California – On Wednesday, 12/20/2023, at approximately 12:29 pm, Hemet Police Officers responded to a major injury traffic collision.
Organized Retail Theft Sting, Christmas Edition
On Monday, December 18, 2023, The Hemet Police Department’s ROCS Team and the California Highway Patrol’s Organized Retail Crime Task Force conducted an Organized Retail Theft Sting at the retail stores located in the KPC Towne Plaza in the City of Hemet.
FATAL TRAFFIC COLLISION
On Tuesday, February 17th 2026, at approximately 3:08 A.M., Hemet Police Communications Center received a call regarding a traffic collision that occurred in the area of Sanderson Avenue and Florida Avenue, in the City of Hemet. Hemet Police Officers arrived on scene and located a white Volkswagen sedan and a silver Honda that were involved in the collision. The driver of the Honda fled the location prior to officers’ arrival, and the driver of the Volkswagen was unresponsive. Officers began rendering aid to the unresponsive driver until they were relieved by medical personnel. The unresponsive driver was later transported to a local hospital, where they succumbed to their injuries and were pronounced deceased. The driver who fled the scene was located a short distance from the scene of the collision and taken into custody.
Based on these circumstances, the Hemet Police Department Traffic Bureau responded to the scene of the collision and assumed the investigation. The preliminary investigation revealed that the white Volkswagen was traveling west on Florida Avenue, approaching Sanderson Avenue, when the driver attempted to make a U-turn and was struck by the silver Honda. Impaired driving does appear to be a factor, and the identity of the deceased is being withheld pending family notification. The 3200 block of eastbound Florida Avenue was closed from approximately 03:08 am to 07:30 am.
If you witnessed this collision or have any helpful information for Traffic Investigators, you are urged to contact Officer Reineke at (951)765-2400 and reference file #2026-01240.
2026 Semiquincentennial Commemorative Police Badges
Chief Arellano has authorized members of the Hemet Police Department to voluntarily wear commemorative Semiquincentennial police badges from now through December 31, 2026, in recognition of this historic milestone.
Throughout 2026, our officers will proudly wear these Semiquincentennial Commemorative Police Badges, honoring 250 years of American law enforcement service.
These badges symbolize a legacy built on duty, sacrifice, and service, reflecting generations of officers who have stood watch over their communities with honor and integrity.