Berea Police Department

06/02/2026

**UPDATE**
Thank you to our community members for the assistance, this subject has now been identified.

BPD is requesting your assistance with identifying this individual. If you have any information in reference to this individual please contact Madison County Dispatch (859)624-4776 (Case # 26-8032)

06/01/2026

The blistering summer heat is on the way and the super awesome lemonade stands are literally our only hope, saving us from turning into human pancakes. Thanks for being our heat-slaying superheroes today!!

05/25/2026

Memorial Day is a U.S. holiday dedicated to honoring and remembering military service members who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces.

The day serves several purposes:

•To recognize the sacrifice made by fallen service members and their families.

•To reflect on the cost of freedom and military service.

•To honor those who gave their lives in wars, conflicts, and military operations.

•To encourage remembrance through ceremonies, flags, memorials, and moments of silence.

We hope everyone enjoyed the holiday weekend, let’s take a moment today to remember and honor military personnel.

05/15/2026

Peace Officers Memorial Day is observed each year on May 15th to honor federal, state, and local law enforcement officers who have died or been disabled in the line of duty. It’s part of National Police Week in the United States.

The importance of the day comes from several things:

•Remembering sacrifice by recognizing officers who lost their lives protecting their communities, often in unpredictable and dangerous situations.

•Supporting surviving families and agencies with events to bring together coworkers, friends, and families who carry the impact of those losses long after the incident itself.

•Recognizing public service, this day highlights the role peace officers play in public safety, emergency response, and community protection.

•Preserving history and legacy with ceremonies, memorial walls, and honor guards to ensure fallen officers are remembered by future generations and not reduced to statistics.

The observance was established by President John F. Kennedy in 1962 when he signed a proclamation designating May 15th as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which it falls as Police Week.

05/11/2026

As we recognize National Police Week, we want to take a moment to thank our community for the support, compassion, and encouragement you continue to show our police officers.

Recently our community was reminded how quickly tragedy can strike. During times like this it is important for communities to come together and support each other. We have seen neighbors supporting neighbors, citizens checking on each other, and an outpouring of kindness and support toward our officers and other first responders who responded during an incredibly difficult situation. Our thoughts remain with the families, friends, and everyone impacted by this heartbreaking incident.

National Police Week is a time to honor the service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers across our country, but it is also a reminder that our mission is ultimately about people - protecting life, serving others, and helping communities heal during moments of tragedy.

On behalf of our department, thank you for the trust and support you continue to give us. It means more than words can express. Please continue to keep the victims’ families, all those affected by this tragedy, and the first responders who answered the call in your thoughts and prayers.

Chief Hays

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms out there!!

05/04/2026

We’re hiring!
Berea Police Department is accepting applications from both certified officers and individuals who are new to the profession. Whether you’re an experienced officer looking for a fresh opportunity or someone ready to begin an exciting career in law enforcement, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!

05/01/2026

Berea family, thank you for your patience during the terrible incident yesterday. We know that all of the lockdowns and other security measures we were trying to implement can be scary, but we always want to work towards ensuring the safety of our community during events like this. We wanted to share that the suspect involved in the deadly shooting at USBank is in custody.

Please remember the families of the fallen victims. As a department our thoughts and prayers go out to them and our community. ❤️

BREAKING: Lexington police have confirmed with LEX 18 that the suspect in the deadly bank robbery in Berea is in custody. Details below.

04/30/2026

**UPDATE @ 6:30pm**
KY State Police is the lead investigating agency of this incident. Please continue to give Troopers room to work. Please refer to KY State Police media sources for further updates.

**UPDATE @ 3:20pm**

Multiple agencies are in the area of Chestnut and Prince Royal Drive due to an armed robbery. The photo attached is the male suspect that is involved. This male is reported to be armed and dangerous. We urge everyone to stay out of the area as we continue to locate this suspect.