Beech Grove Police K9 Association

05/25/2026

04/29/2026

Please welcome our newest officer, Jaxon Miller. Pictured below after last week’s graduation from the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy with Deputy Chief Mercuri and Chief Maurice.

Miller graduated from Triton Central High School, then Indiana University with a degree in sports marketing and management. He played football for the Hoosiers and was on the coaching staff for the 2025 championship season!

Fun Facts about Officer Miller:
- favorite food: steak
- least favorite: broccoli
- favorite team: Indiana Hoosiers
- least favorite: Purdue
- favorite movie: Rocky IV
- favorite police movie: End of Watch
- favorite band: Creed
- Do you have any pets? - A German Shepard named Jasmine
- hobbies: Working out and travel

Congratulations Officer Miller and now it’s training time!

03/26/2026

Tonight, we honor the life and service of Officer Brian Elliott who was recently killed in the line of duty with the Hoosier Lottery Community Impact Award 💙

A 2011 graduate of Beech Grove High School, he proudly fulfilled his dream of serving his community. Before joining the Beech Grove Police Department, Officer Elliott served four years with the Marion County Sheriff’s Office and was an Honor Graduate of the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy, earning the Glenda Mercer Memorial Award for top academic achievement. He was a devoted husband to his wife, Erin Miller, and was deeply loved for his commitment to family, community, and his passion for music as a bass guitarist. Officer Elliott was known by city leaders and colleagues as “the best of the best,” exemplifying dedication, integrity, and service. Accepting the award on behalf of Officer Elliott are Officer Wallace Christy & Chief Michael Maurice. Fans, help us in honoring Officer Brian Elliot, his family, and the Beech Grove Police Department.

03/01/2026

MESSAGE FROM MAYOR COFFMAN:

It’s been 13 days since Beech Grove Police Officer Brian Elliott was killed in the line of duty protecting our community. And in those thirteen days, our community has experienced an outpouring of love and support that few will ever experience.

I shared at Brian’s service that Beech Grove is still piecing ourselves back together and will be for some time. We are able to do this because we are looking out for each other -- residents, businesses, schools, faith communities, along with community and civic organizations. Everyone is doing their part.

There are so many people to thank -- Chief Maurice, Deputy Chief Hurrle, Deputy Chief Mercuri, the entire BGPD and their families, city employees, the Indianapolis Fraternal Order of Police, the State Fraternal Order of Police, local law enforcement agencies who stepped up to protect us or to support Brian’s family and friends, and our citizens who have gathered to honor and celebrate Brian in ways large and small. We owe a debt of gratitude to the medical teams at Eskenazi for their care and compassion, along with Beech Grove City Schools, for opening their doors to welcome our fellow Hornet back home.

Everyone in our community has felt this loss and offered a part of themselves as we find a way back to healing. It’s been a humbling experience for me as Mayor, and as a life-long resident of Beech Grove, I’m not surprised. To everyone who has made a donation, lifted the family up in prayer, or stopped to thank our officers and offer them support–thank you.

We are Beech Grove, and as each day passes, we get stronger.

And may we all continue to live like Brian - may we all be a little more kind, a little more dedicated, a little more humble and a lot more protective of each other.

I encourage you to remember Brian’s wife, Erin, his parents, Bob and Paula, along with his family and friends in your prayers, or simply by holding space for them in your hearts.

02/27/2026

I know a lot of people have been asking about shirts for Officer Brian Elliott. Here it is. All of the proceeds go directly to Officer Elliott’s family.

The Central Indiana Police Foundation, in partnership with the Beech Grove Police Department, has launched an official memorial merchandise store to honor the life, service, and sacrifice of Brian Elliott.

Officer Elliott, 33, was killed in the line of duty on February 16, 2026, while responding to a domestic disturbance call in Beech Grove. He had recently joined Beech Grove PD and previously served with the Marion County Sheriff’s Office. His loss has deeply impacted his family, fellow officers, and our entire Central Indiana community.

This memorial store offers commemorative apparel and merchandise that allows our community to honor Brian’s legacy in a meaningful way. All proceeds will go directly to Officer Elliott’s family.

“This memorial store provides an opportunity for those who wish to honor Brian’s legacy while also supporting the family he loved so deeply,” said Lisa Rollings, Executive Director of the Central Indiana Police Foundation.

We invite you to stand with Brian’s family and department during this incredibly difficult time.

🛍️ View and purchase memorial merchandise here:
https://officerbrianelliott.itemorder.com/

Together, we ensure his service and sacrifice are never forgotten. 💙

02/19/2026

New date for the Chili cook off.

❗️Notice❗️

The 4th Annual BGPD Chili Cook-Off is postponed and has been rescheduled to March 28th, 2026 at 6:00pm. We will share reminders as the event draws near.

Sincerely,

The Beech Grove Police Department
🖤💙🖤

02/18/2026

The City of Beech Grove, along with community members, local leaders, and law enforcement agencies will gather for a candlelight vigil TOMORROW, Wednesday, at 6:30 p.m. honoring the life and service of Beech Grove Police Officer Brian Elliott, who was killed in the line of duty on Monday, Feb. 16.

Officer Elliott joined the Beech Grove Police Department in April 2024. A native of Beech Grove, he was fulfilling a lifelong dream of serving as a Beech Grove police officer when he fell in the line of duty. According to Beech Grove Police Department Chief Michael Maurice, Officer Elliott had a calling to be a police officer, specifically a Beech Grove officer.

The vigil will provide an opportunity for the community to come together in remembrance, reflection, and support for Officer Elliott’s family, fellow law enforcement officers, and loved ones. A limited number of candles will be provided. The community is invited to attend and participate.

Earlier today, the Central Indiana Police Foundation announced it is hosting the official, family-approved fund to support the family of Officer Elliott. To donate, visit https://cipf.foundation/in-memory-of-beech-grove-officer-brian-elliott/.

02/17/2026

Gone, but never forgotten. Please keep the family of Officer Elliott in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Rest easy.

A message from Beech Grove Police Chief Michael Maurice:

"It is with a heavy heart that I inform you that today we lost one of our very own, Officer Brian Elliott. Officer Elliott, along with two other Beech Grove Police Department officers, was dispatched at 6:08 p.m. to the 100 block of Diplomat Court for a disturbance. After they arrived, Officer Elliott and another officer were shot. Both officers were rushed to Eskenazi Hospital, but despite the best lifesaving efforts by medical personnel, Officer Elliott succumbed to his injuries. The other officer, who we are not naming at this time, is currently in stable condition and is expected to survive.

My heart goes out to Brian’s wife, Erin, his parents, and all of his family, friends, and loved ones. At this time, I am asking that we lean on one another to get through this.

We are grateful to the team at Eskenazi Hospital, and our law enforcement and community partners for their extraordinary response and support."

02/07/2026

K9 Zoey having fun sledding with the kids today.

02/07/2026

Rest easy Ruck. Thank you for your loyal service.