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Man Charged With Murder in Beech Grove Officer's Killing as City Sets Funeral Plans

Court documents describe gunfire through a doorway after a police knock and announcement.

Overview

  • Prosecutors charged Kenneth Terrell Johnson, 47, with murder, attempted murder and four additional felonies including criminal confinement and weapons-related offenses.
  • An initial hearing for Johnson was set for Friday morning following his arrest earlier in the week.
  • Court filings say officers responded to a 911 domestic disturbance, heard a woman cry for help, forced the door, and were met by shots; Officer Brian Elliott, 33, died and a second officer was treated and released.
  • Investigators say Johnson fled the scene, was located in the building’s laundry room around 10:19 p.m., and was taken into custody as a handgun was recovered nearby.
  • Visitation is scheduled Sunday from 2–7 p.m. at Beech Grove High School, with a Monday 11 a.m. funeral and procession to Crown Hill Cemetery, as students prepare a tribute banner for display.