Beech Grove Officer Brian Elliott Laid to Rest

Fallen officer's funeral held at his alma mater, Beech Grove High School

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Beech Grove, Indiana police officer Brian Elliott will be laid to rest on Monday after being killed in the line of duty responding to a domestic disturbance call. A funeral service will be held at his alma mater, Beech Grove High School, followed by a public visitation and a procession to his final resting place at Crown Hill Cemetery.

Why it matters

Officer Elliott's death is a tragic loss for the Beech Grove community, where he was known as a "Beech Grove kid" who grew up and served the town he loved. His sacrifice highlights the dangers police officers face in protecting the public, and the community is coming together to honor his memory.

The details

On Monday, February 17, 2026, Beech Grove police officer Brian Elliott was responding to a domestic disturbance call when he and his partner were met with gunfire from the suspect. Elliott was killed in the incident. A funeral service will be held at Beech Grove High School, where Elliott attended school, starting at 11 a.m. Public visitation will follow from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. before a procession carries Elliott's body to his final resting place at Crown Hill Cemetery.

  • The funeral service for Officer Brian Elliott will be held on Monday, February 24, 2026 at 11 a.m.
  • Public visitation will be from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday, February 24, 2026.
  • The funeral procession will carry Elliott's body to Crown Hill Cemetery following the visitation.

The players

Brian Elliott

A Beech Grove, Indiana police officer who was killed in the line of duty responding to a domestic disturbance call.

Ellen Collinsworth

Elliott's coach, teacher and close family friend who described him as a "very smart young man, great personality, kind, helpful, silly, all those good things."

Dustin Moody

A fellow police officer and close friend of Elliott's who was comforted by Elliott after sustaining a life-changing injury while on duty.

Rick Snyder

The president of the Indianapolis Fraternal Order of Police, who spoke at a candlelight vigil honoring Elliott's sacrifice.

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What they’re saying

“Not that long ago, I ran into him at the middle school, and it just took me by surprise, you know, like I knew he was around, but to see him in his uniform and to get that chance to give a great big hug was wonderful, and to see him just so happy.”

— Ellen Collinsworth, Coach, teacher and close family friend (fox59.com)

“The night that I was hurt, Elliott was there. But when the surgeon came in, they didn't expect me to make it. Elliott was the one holding my wife and comforting her and giving her the encouragement she needed in that moment.”

— Dustin Moody, Fellow police officer and close friend (fox59.com)

“This candlelight vigil is to send a clear and convincing message that while evil does exist, so do heroes like Brian Elliott.”

— Rick Snyder, President, Indianapolis Fraternal Order of Police (fox59.com)

What’s next

The community of Beech Grove and surrounding areas are expected to turn out in large numbers to honor Officer Elliott's memory and sacrifice at his funeral and visitation on Monday.

The takeaway

Officer Brian Elliott's tragic death in the line of duty has deeply impacted the Beech Grove community, where he was known as a hometown hero. His selfless actions and commitment to public service will be remembered, and his sacrifice serves as a reminder of the risks police officers face in protecting their communities.