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Beech Grove Today
By the People, for the People
Beech Grove Police Officer Killed in Line of Duty
Brian Elliott, a Beech Grove High School graduate, was shot and killed while responding to a disturbance call.
Published on Feb. 18, 2026
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Beech Grove Police Officer Brian Elliott, 33, was killed in the line of duty on Monday night after responding to a reported disturbance at an apartment complex. Elliott, a Beech Grove High School graduate who earned a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, was described as a dedicated public servant who always aspired to serve his community as a police officer. Despite life-saving efforts, Elliott succumbed to his injuries at Eskenazi Hospital.
Why it matters
The tragic death of Officer Elliott has deeply impacted the Beech Grove community, where he was known as a 'Beech Grove kid' who embodied the town's values of public service. His loss is being felt across the Beech Grove Hornet family, and the incident has raised questions about officer safety and the dangers first responders face in the line of duty.
The details
Elliott and another officer responded to a reported disturbance at an apartment on Diplomat Court when they were shot. Despite life-saving efforts, Elliott died from his injuries at Eskenazi Hospital. Elliott had previously spent about four years with the Marion County Sheriff's Office and also served as a security officer at Eskenazi Hospital.
- On Monday night, Elliott and another officer responded to a reported disturbance at an apartment on Diplomat Court.
- Despite life-saving efforts, Elliott succumbed to his injuries at Eskenazi Hospital.
The players
Brian Elliott
A 33-year-old Beech Grove Police Officer and Beech Grove High School graduate who earned a bachelor's degree in criminal justice.
Beech Grove Police Department
The police department where Elliott served and which is mourning his loss.
Beech Grove High School
The high school that Elliott graduated from, where he was known as a 'Beech Grove kid' who aspired to serve his community as a police officer.
What they’re saying
“We begin today with heavy hearts as we extend our sincere sympathy to the family of Officer Brian Elliott and to our Beech Grove Police Department family. Officer Elliott, a Beech Grove High School graduate, represented the very best of our community, and his loss is deeply felt across our Hornet family.”
— Beech Grove City Schools (wane.com)
“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.”
— Michael Maurice, Beech Grove Police Chief (wane.com)
What’s next
The Beech Grove Police Department and other law enforcement agencies are continuing their investigation into the incident that led to Officer Elliott's death.
The takeaway
The tragic loss of Officer Brian Elliott, a dedicated public servant and Beech Grove community member, has deeply impacted the town and raised important questions about the dangers first responders face in the line of duty. The Beech Grove community is coming together to support Elliott's family and the police department during this difficult time.
