LOS ANGELES (AP) — Steven Bochco, a writer and producer known for creating "Hill Street Blues," has died. He was 74.

A family spokesman says Bochco died Sunday in his sleep after a battle with cancer.

Bochco, who won 10 primetime Emmys, created several hit television shows including "L.A. Law," ''NYPD Blue," and "Doogie Howser, M.D."

Details of a memorial service were not immediately released.