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'It's totally senseless': Lawmakers representing Beech Grove react to killing of Officer Brian Elliott
Officer Brian Elliott was fatally shot responding to a domestic disturbance; another officer was injured but expected to survive, and the suspect was captured after a Blue Alert.
- Responding to a domestic disturbance, officer Brian Elliott was fatally shot in Beech Grove on Feb. 16, 2026, and a suspect was later captured after a Blue Alert and citizen tip.
- Organizers announced the vigil and family fund, with a candlelight vigil on Feb. 18, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. at the Beech Grove police station, 103 Main St., plus over 600 tribute stickers and candles prepared.
- Outside the station, dozens prayed and left flowers, letters and stuffed animals that now cover Elliott's patrol car, while a flag flies at half-staff outside Beech Grove Police Department and Frankfort Police Department honors Elliott with mourning bands and lowered flags.
- Support systems activated the ARK, and the Fraternal Order of Police provided hot food and a space for grieving officers, honoring Elliott's sacrifice.
- As condolences poured in, Michael Maurice and politicians, community members, and former colleagues shared sympathies for Brian Elliott, who was sworn in September 2024.
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WANE-TV'It's totally senseless': Lawmakers representing Beech Grove react to killing of Officer Brian Elliott
INDIANAPOLIS — Tributes from state elected officials who represent Beech Grove continue to pour in for fallen Beech Grove Police Officer Brian Elliott. “My heart goes out to the entire community,” State Sen. Aaron Freeman (R-Indianapolis) said. “My heart goes out to his wife, his parents, his co-workers, city officials in Beech Grove, I mean, [...]
Community holds candlelight vigil to honor fallen Beech Grove Police Officer Brian Elliott
Community pays respects to Fallen Beech Grove Police Officer BEECH GROVE, Ind. (WISH) — Beech Grove will have a candlelight vigil to honor Officer Brian Elliot on Wednesday night. Community members, local leaders, and law enforcement agencies will join together at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Beech Grove police station, 103 Main St., to remember Elliot, who was fatally shot Monday evening in the line of duty. The community is invited to attend and…
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hot1009.comCentral Indiana Police Foundation Starts Fundraiser for Beech Grove Officer Brian Elliott
Source: Central Indiana Police Foundation INDIANAPOLIS–The Central Indiana Police Foundation says they will host the family-approved fund to support the family of Beech Grove Police Officer Brian Elliott, who was killed in the line of duty Monday night. Elliott was responding to a domestic situation. That’s when investigators believe he was shot and killed by Kenneth Johnson. Johnson was later taken into custody. Donations may be made here. The…
Police organizations mobilize after Beech Grove officer killed
Support is pouring in for the Beech Grove Police Department and Officer Brian Elliott's family following his death in the line of duty.WATCH FULL STORY BELOW Police organizations mobilize after Beech Grove officer killedIn addition to a growing memorial, organizers have set up a space they hope serves as a beacon of hope for grieving officers. Local police support groups are standing ready to help the department through this difficult time. Outs…
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