Elkhart Police Department

06/02/2026

FYI from the City:

"As part of a federally mandated infrastructure project, the City of Elkhart is continuing efforts to separate stormwater and sanitary sewer systems. This important work helps prevent sewage overflows into our rivers during heavy rain events, protecting the health and safety of our waterways.
As the next phase of the project begins, the Jackson Blvd Bridge will be closed from June 3rd through June 18th, with construction scheduled to conclude just in time for the start of Jazz Fest. Please review the map below for closure details and the detour route.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we complete these critical improvements to our community's infrastructure!"

As part of a federally mandated infrastructure project, the City of Elkhart is continuing efforts to separate stormwater and sanitary sewer systems. This important work helps prevent sewage overflows into our rivers during heavy rain events, protecting the health and safety of our waterways.

As the next phase of the project begins, the Jackson Blvd Bridge will be closed from June 3rd through June 18th, with construction scheduled to conclude just in time for the start of Jazz Fest. Please review the map below for closure details and the detour route.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we complete these critical improvements to our community's infrastructure!

06/02/2026

June is recognized as Internet Safety Month, but it’s important to practice online safety throughout the entire year. All this month we will be featuring resources from our Indiana and National Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) task forces on kid internet safety and how parents can

In meantime, for comprehensive information and resources on how to stay safe online, visit https://www.icactaskforce.org/internetsafety.
Let’s keep the conversation going about internet safety!

06/01/2026

☀ Join us this Sunday as we kickoff summer with the Tolson Center ∙ Centro Tolson 🕶
Free Food-Music-Dancing-Bike Safety Rode-and, of course, fun!

📢Summer Kickoff with EPD
🗓June 7, 2026
⏰1 p.m.-5 p.m.
📍Tolson Center, 1320 Benham Ave, Elkhart

Hope to see you there!

06/01/2026

FYI from the City:

⚠️ Greenleaf Blvd. will be closed tomorrow morning through the end of the day Wednesday (3 days) ⚠️
The closure will allow construction crews to connect sewer and water lines for a new neighborhood being developed between Marguerite Ave. and Holly Dr.

⚠️ Greenleaf Blvd. will be closed tomorrow morning through the end of the day Wednesday (3 days) ⚠️

The closure will allow construction crews to connect sewer and water lines for a new neighborhood being developed between Marguerite Ave. and Holly Dr.

05/30/2026

News Release-Man Arrested on Preliminary Charges in Shots Fired Investigation, 2801 Toledo Rd, 5.30.26

The Elkhart Police Department arrested a 29-year-old man after responding to a shots fired call yesterday evening at 2801 Toledo Rd, Elkhart.

Yesterday, May 29, 2026, at approximately 8:52 p.m., the Elkhart City 911 Communications Center received a 911 call of shots fired at 2801 Toledo Rd (The Retreat Apartments). Elkhart Police Department officers dispatched and arrived in the area shortly thereafter. Initial investigation indicates that a male resident of the building (suspect) allegedly shot from his apartment toward another male resident who was standing outside the building. No injuries were reported from the incident.

During the investigation, officers obtained and executed a judicial search warrant for the suspect’s apartment. Suspect, identified as Keith Barrier, Jr., 29 years old, of Elkhart was arrested and booked into the Elkhart County Jail yesterday evening on preliminary charges of Criminal Recklessness with a Deadly Weapon, a Level 6 Felony; Possession of Paraphernalia, a Class C Misdemeanor; and Possession of Ma*****na, a Class B Misdemeanor. Earlier today an Elkhart County judicial officer found probable cause for his arrest and ordered him held without bond until his hearing on June 4th. This case has been forwarded to the Elkhart County Prosecutor’s Office for review of formal criminal charges.

Please be advised that under Indiana law an individual is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

05/30/2026

FYI, Info from the City on the new DORA (Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area)

For more information about DORA, please visit our website:
https://www.cityofelkhartin.gov/dora/

05/30/2026

FYI from the City on next week's road closure/milling schedule:

"Weather permitting, the City of Elkhart Street Department will be milling streets from Monday, June 1st through Friday, June 4th.
Milling Schedule:
• Monday, June 1st — Bicentennial Park parking lot from Hannah Ct. to Elkhart Ave., and Marion St. from Main St. to East St.
• Tuesday, June 2nd — E. Franklin St. from Main St. to Waterfall Dr., and Waterfall Dr. from Franklin St. to East St.
• Wednesday, June 3rd — Waterfall Dr. from Prairie St. to Division St. (RxR crossing); the Waterfall Dr./Division St./Blazer Blvd./Richmond St. intersection; and Burrell Dr. from E. Jackson Blvd. to the north dead end.
Please remove all vehicles from the street before 7:00 a.m. and do not return them until after 7:00 p.m. or until barricades have been removed.
For the safety of crews and residents, please do not move or remove barricades.

Sidewalks and/or alleyways will be accessible to and from your home, but street access will be prohibited during the milling process.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to improve our streets and continue providing quality service to the community. "

Weather permitting, the City of Elkhart Street Department will be milling streets from Monday, June 1st through Friday, June 4th.

Milling Schedule:
• Monday, June 1st — Bicentennial Park parking lot from Hannah Ct. to Elkhart Ave., and Marion St. from Main St. to East St.

• Tuesday, June 2nd — E. Franklin St. from Main St. to Waterfall Dr., and Waterfall Dr. from Franklin St. to East St.

• Wednesday, June 3rd — Waterfall Dr. from Prairie St. to Division St. (RxR crossing); the Waterfall Dr./Division St./Blazer Blvd./Richmond St. intersection; and Burrell Dr. from E. Jackson Blvd. to the north dead end.

Please remove all vehicles from the street before 7:00 a.m. and do not return them until after 7:00 p.m. or until barricades have been removed.

For the safety of crews and residents, please do not move or remove barricades.
Sidewalks and/or alleyways will be accessible to and from your home, but street access will be prohibited during the milling process.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to improve our streets and continue providing quality service to the community.

05/30/2026

News Release-Update, Early Morning Pursuit and Crash, CR 9/CR 26, 5.30.26

The Elkhart County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a crash that occurred after a vehicle fleeing at a high rate of speed from an Elkhart Police Department officer struck another vehicle at CR 9/CR 26 earlier this morning.

This morning, at approximately 1:03 a.m., an Elkhart Police Department Officer attempted to initiate a traffic stop on a suspected drunk driver (Dodge Durango) near Mishawaka Road and Prairie St. The Durango fled southbound on Prairie St (CR 9) and a pursuit ensued. The officer reported that the vehicle went dark and reached speeds of approximately 100 mph while still southbound on CR 9. At approximately 1:05 a.m. the accused Durango allegedly disregarded a stop sign at the intersection of CR 9/ CR 26 and hit a Kia Telluride traveling eastbound
The driver of the Kia, a 50-year-old female, was injured in the crash, and medics transported her to the hospital for further evaluation and treatment. At last information, she had sustained serious injuries, but was in stable condition.
The Durango driver, a 19-year-old male, was uninjured from the accident. He was transported to the hospital for medical clearance before arrest, and charges are pending.

The Elkhart County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the crash.

Please be advised that under Indiana law an individual is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

05/29/2026

❓CAN YOU IDENTIFY THIS INDIVIDUAL❓

The Elkhart Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the driver of the motorcycle pictured here.

On May 28, 2026, at approximately 8:18 p.m., an EPD officer attempted to conduct a traffic stop on this motorcycle in the area of Cassopolis Street after observing unsafe driving behavior. The motorcycle did not stop and was later observed traveling through the area of Cassopolis Street, Country Club Drive, Garden Street/Garden Boulevard, and Bristol Street.

During the incident, the motorcycle was operated at high speeds, passed vehicles illegally, and disregarded multiple stop signs. Officers did not continue pursuing the motorcycle due to the danger it created for other motorists and pedestrians in the area.

This request is related to this specific incident and driver. Anyone with information about the motorcycle or the driver is asked to contact the Elkhart Police Department at 574-295-7070 and reference case number 2026-0528-043. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Michiana Crime Stoppers at 574-288-STOP.

Please be advised that under Indiana law an individual is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.