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Celebrate the Holidays responsibly and have a Game Plan
National “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Enforcement Campaign Begins Dec. 13. Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Halloween Pedestrian Safety Enforcement Operation
Hemet, Ca. – The Hemet Police Department will conduct a Halloween pedestrian safety enforcement operation intended to educate drivers and pedestrians on traffic laws meant to keep them safe during the Halloween festivities that many take part in this time of year.
Hemet Public Safety Responds to Firework-Related Incidents during Fourth of July
The Hemet Police Department and Hemet Fire/Department of Life Safety responded to a significant number of firework-related incidents during the Fourth of July celebrations. From 6:00 pm to 2:00 am, the dedicated personnel responded to 141 firework-related calls for service which came in through the Hemet Public Safety Communication Center with another 127 calls received through alternative reporting methods.
Check Twice for Motorcycles: May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
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 destination safely.
Share the Road and Look Out for One Another During Bicycle Safety Month
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 safely,” Traffic Sergeant Gabriel Gomez said. “Let’s look out for one another and share the road, share the responsibility.”
Hemet Police Department Launches Drone as a First Responder Program
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 referred to as drones, to provide law enforcement with critical information as they respond to calls for service and emergencies.
Hemet Police to Conduct DUI Safety Checkpoint
The Hemet Police Department will hold a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driver’s License Checkpoint on Wednesday, May 4th, 2023, from 8:00 pm to 2:00 am at an undisclosed location within the City of Hemet.
Arrest In Homicide Investigation
Hemet, Calif. — On Saturday, April 1, 2023, at approximately 10:56 pm, the Hemet Public Safety Communications Center received a call of gunshots heard in the 1800 block of W. Devonshire Avenue. Officers arrived on scene and located an adult victim suffering from several gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to a local hospital but succumbed to their injuries. The victim’s name is not being released at this time, pending notification of their family.
The Hemet Police Department’s investigation has led to the arrest of 56-year-old Ronnie Harper of Hemet on Thursday, April 5, for Homicide.
Get Off Your Apps: April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Hemet, Calif. – April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and the Hemet Police Department will be actively looking for drivers throughout the month who are in violation of the state’s hands-free cell phone law.
FATAL TRAFFIC COLLISION
On Tuesday September 22nd, 2026 at approximately 06:55 AM, the Hemet Police Communications Center received several 911 calls regarding two pedestrians that were riding a scooter being struck by a vehicle, in the area of Palm and Commonwealth Avenue, in the City of Hemet. Several witnesses advised that the vehicle involved in the collision had fled the location and were able to provide a vehicle description and direction of travel. Officers arrived on scene and located two unresponsive pedestrians down in the roadway. Officers immediately began rendering aid until they were relieved by medical personnel. Both pedestrians were later transported to a local hospital, where one of them was pronounced deceased. The driver of the vehicle involved later returned to the scene and was ultimately taken into custody by Police Officers.
Retail Theft Operation Leads to Three Arrests
On Saturday, September 5, 2026, the Hemet Police Department’s Organized Retail Theft (ORT) Unit conducted an undercover retail theft “blitz” operation at JCPenney and Harbor Freight in partnership with store loss prevention personnel and investigators from the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office. The purpose of this operation was to address and deter organized retail theft activities that continue to affect local businesses.
During the operation, undercover officers and retail staff worked in and around the store, identifying and apprehending individuals engaged in theft-related crimes. The operation resulted in the arrest of three suspects. The arrests included charges related to shoplifting, repeat theft offenses, and probation violations under California Penal Code sections 490.5(a), 666.1(a), and 1203.2(a).