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450 E. Latham Ave.
Hemet, CA 92543

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News Releases

shooting investigation – Update

shooting investigation – Update

by | Sep 4, 2024 |

Hemet, Calif. – On Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at approximately 3:21 p.m., the Hemet Public Safety Communications Center received a call reference two subjects shot in the 900 block of West Florida Avenue.  Officers arrived on scene and located two adult male victims suffering from gunshot wounds.  The victims were transported to a hospital and are currently listed in critical condition.  The Hemet Police Department’s Investigations Bureau has assumed the investigation.

shooting investigation – Update

Pedestrian Killed in Traffic Collision

by | Sep 1, 2024 |

On Saturday, August 31st, 2024, at about 7:57 PM, Hemet Police Communications Center received a 9-1-1 call regarding a pedestrian being struck by a vehicle in the 5500 block of W. Devonshire Avenue. Officers arrived on scene within minutes and discovered a deceased male in the roadway. Officers could not locate a vehicle at the scene and determined that the involved vehicle had fled the area prior to law enforcement’s arrival.

shooting investigation – Update

HEMET POLICE TO CONDUCT DUI SAFETY CHECKPOINT

by | Aug 30, 2024 |

As the end of summer approaches and families prepare for Labor Day celebrations, The Hemet Police Department reminds everyone to prioritize safety on the roads. Drivers are encouraged to make responsible choices behind the wheel by never driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. “We want everyone to enjoy their end of Summer travels and Labor Day festivities, but it’s imperative to do so responsibly,” Sergeant Matt Chavez of The Hemet Police Department said. “Driving under the influence not only puts your life at risk but also endangers everyone else on the road. Our goal is to reduce preventable crashes and save lives.”

shooting investigation – Update

Traffic collision leads to Arrest on school grounds.

by | Aug 29, 2024 |

Hemet, CA – On Thursday, August 29, 2024, at 1350 hours, the Hemet Police Department responded to a traffic collision on the Rancho Viejo Middle School’s campus located at 985 North Cawston Avenue in Hemet.  The caller stated a male was seen entering school grounds.  HUSD security, school staff and HPD School Resource Officers quickly detained the subject as he attempted to jump a fence into Tahquitz High School. 

shooting investigation – Update

shooting investigation

by | Aug 22, 2024 |

Hemet, Calif. – On Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at approximately 4:13 p.m., the Hemet Public Safety Communications Center received a call from Hemet Valley Hospital in reference to an adult female suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was then transported to a nearby trauma center and is currently listed in critical condition.  The Hemet Police Department’s Investigations Bureau has assumed the investigation and discovered the shooting occurred in the 400 block of N. Juanita St.

shooting investigation – Update

Retail theft costs everyone

by | Jul 27, 2024 |

Hemet, Calif.– On Monday, July 22, 2024, members of the Hemet Police Department’s Organized Retail Theft (ORT) Team, with the assistance of the AERO team and Riverside County Central PACT, searched a residence in the City of Perris regarding numerous retail thefts from several City of Hemet retail locations. During their search, many items of stolen merchandise from local retailers were located and recovered.

The recovered stolen property, with a significant value exceeding $31,000, is evidence of the effectiveness of the Hemet Police Department’s Organized Retail Theft operations. Additionally, one 41-year-old male from the City of Perris was arrested related to this investigation for felony theft, possession of stolen property, and a felony probation violation. The subject was transported to the Riverside County Jail, and the case was filed with the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office.

shooting investigation – Update

Officer involved shooting

by | Jul 4, 2024 |

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.  

Hemet Police Arrest Two Suspects in Citywide Graffiti Case

Mar 13, 2025

The Hemet Police Department has successfully apprehended two suspects linked to a series of graffiti vandalism incidents that have plagued local businesses and public property over the past several weeks. On March 11, 2025, while conducting encampment enforcement along Florida Avenue, detectives from the AERO (Active Engagement Response and Outreach for our Community) Team obtained critical information regarding individuals responsible for the widespread “LMN” graffiti appearing throughout the city. The investigation led detectives to a local hotel, where they contacted the primary adult suspect.
During their contact, detectives discovered a significant amount of evidence directly linking him to the ongoing graffiti vandalism. Additionally, detectives seized 22.12 grams of methamphetamine and 1.84 grams of fentanyl, along with other evidence indicating narcotic sales. Initial estimates for damages caused by the tagging spree exceed $4,000 in just the past few weeks.

officer injured during pursuit

Mar 9, 2025

Hemet, CA – On Sunday, March 9th, 2025 at 1:55 AM, Officers from the Hemet Police Department responded to the 1300 block of El Nita Lane for a subject smashing out vehicle windows.  Officers arrived and contacted the suspect who ran to his vehicle and fled the location, a pursuit was then initiated by officers. During the pursuit, spike strips were deployed, however the suspect drove into the opposite lanes of traffic and struck an HPD officer who was standing by his patrol car.  The suspect vehicle continued driving and collided in the 500 block of N. San Jacinto Street where he was taken into custody. The officer was transported to a local hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.