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Hemet, CA 92543
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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.
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.”
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.
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.
Hemet, California – On Wednesday, July 31st, 2024, at approximately 05:32am, Hemet Police Officers responded to a major injury traffic collision at the intersection of Sanderson Avenue and Menlo Avenue.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
The Hemet Police Department is aware of an upcoming protest in our city. We want to assure the community that we are committed to maintaining peace and ensuring the safety of all individuals involved.
The Hemet Police Department is fully aware of the ongoing situation in Los Angeles and the protests and unrest occurring in that area. We want to assure our community that we support the rights of individuals and groups to peacefully assemble and express their viewpoints, which is a fundamental constitutional right.
