Up to $60,000 Hiring Bonus for Lateral

Lateral Police OfficerLateral Dispatcher

450 E. Latham Ave.
Hemet, CA 92543

Non-Emergency:  (951) 765-2400
Emergency – Dial 911

Event

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT is almost here

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT is almost here

by | Jul 30, 2025 | ,

The Hemet Police Department is rolling out the welcome mat and inviting the entire community to join us for National Night Out on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. behind the Hemet Public library at 200 N. Harvard Street, Hemet CA 92543.
National Night Out is a nationwide campaign designed to promote strong community partnerships, build neighborhood camaraderie, and foster positive relationships between law enforcement and the public. This family-friendly evening will feature demonstrations, activities, and opportunities for residents to connect directly with their police department and first responders.

Murrieta K-9 Trials

Murrieta K-9 Trials

by | Feb 7, 2023 |

On Saturday, February 18, Officer Detwiler and K-9 Bosco and Officer Del Bono and K-9 Argo will compete in the 6th Annual Murrieta K-9 Trials in Murrieta. The event is free to the public and features K-9 teams from across California, the Military, and Mexico as they...

Homicide investigation

Sep 23, 2025

On Tuesday, November 23, 2025, at approximately 1:57 a.m., the Hemet Public Safety Communications Center received a 911 call from the 400 block of Steiner Drive regarding a disturbance. Moments later, the caller indicated someone had been shot.  Upon officer’s arrival, they located a crime scene but were unable to locate a shooting victim.

A short time later, two victims with gunshot wounds arrived at Hemet Global Medical Center.  Both sustained critical injuries and were later taken to a nearby trauma center.

HEMET POLICE CONDUCT DUI SAFETY CHECKPOINT

Sep 15, 2025

The Hemet Police Department will hold a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driver’s License Checkpoint on Friday, September 15th, 2025, from 8:00 pm to 2:00 am at an undisclosed location within the City of Hemet.

Checkpoint locations are chosen based on DUI crashes and arrests data collection and statistical information. The primary purpose of checkpoints is to promote public safety by deterring drivers from driving impaired.  During the checkpoint, Officers will look for signs that drivers are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. The safety of our community is and always will be our mission.  Driving under the influence is dangerous and puts a further strain on critical resources.