Hemet Police Deny Claims of 37 Missing Juveniles Found in Local Home

Department says social media reports about a Hemet residence housing missing teens are false and inaccurate.

Mar. 14, 2026 at 7:21am

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The Hemet Police Department has refuted claims circulating on social media that a residence in the city contained 37 missing juveniles. After reviewing the information and consulting with the Riverside County Sheriff's Department, officials confirmed that no such incident occurred in Hemet.

Why it matters

Unverified social media posts about missing children and potential exploitation can spread quickly and cause undue alarm in the community. The Hemet Police Department is working to provide accurate information and dispel false claims to maintain public trust.

The details

The Hemet Police Department says it is aware of the social media posts claiming a Hemet home was involved in an incident with missing juveniles. However, after investigating the claims, the department confirmed that the reports are completely inaccurate and no such residence in Hemet was involved.

  • The Hemet Police Department became aware of the social media claims on March 14, 2026.

The players

Hemet Police Department

The local law enforcement agency responsible for policing the city of Hemet, California.

Riverside County Sheriff's Department

The county-level law enforcement agency that the Hemet Police Department consulted regarding the social media claims.

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What they’re saying

“We recognize that information shared on social media can spread quickly, and we encourage the public to verify information through official law enforcement sources before sharing it further.”

— Hemet Police Department

The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of verifying information from official sources before spreading unconfirmed claims on social media, especially when they involve vulnerable populations like missing children.