Butler Police Department

09/02/2026

Better days are ahead. 💙

During Su***de Prevention Awareness Month, we want to remind you that a difficult season does not mean a difficult life.

When you’re in the middle of something painful, it can be hard to see beyond today. But today is not forever. Things can change. Circumstances can change. Help can make a difference.

Stay. Give tomorrow a chance.

And if you know someone who has been having a hard time lately, check on them. Send the text. Make the call. Sit with them. Sometimes simply knowing someone cares can mean more than we realize.

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, call or text 988 to connect with the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline. Support is available 24/7.

09/01/2026

💜 September is National Su***de Prevention Awareness Month.

Today marks the first day of a month dedicated to breaking the stigma, sharing resources, and reminding one another that help is always available.

We don't always know what the people around us are carrying. Someone can smile, go to work, take care of their family, and show up for others while still struggling with pain no one else can see.

That's why checking in matters. Listening matters. Taking someone seriously matters.

If you or someone you know is struggling, feeling overwhelmed, or in crisis, please know that you don't have to face it alone.

Help is free, confidential, and available 24/7.

📞 Call or text 988
💻 Chat online at 988lifeline.org

This month, the Butler Police Department will be sharing information and resources to help bring awareness to su***de prevention and mental health.

Let's change the conversation from silence to support.

Reach out to someone today. Ask how they're doing. Then ask again. Sometimes the people who say they're “fine” need us the most. 💜

08/25/2026

08/04/2026

Please join us in welcoming our two newest officers to the Butler Police Department!

We’re excited to have Officer A. Spangler and Officer B. Miller joining our team.

Officer Spangler brings both military and prior law enforcement experience, while Officer Miller comes to us with a strong background in the fire service. Their unique experience, dedication to serving others, and commitment to our community make them valuable additions to our department.

We’re confident they will both be tremendous assets to the Butler Police Department and the citizens we proudly serve.

Welcome to the team, Officer A. Spangler and Officer B. Miller! We look forward to the positive impact you’ll make in our community. 🚔💙

07/31/2026

Service arrangements for Town Marshal Brad Fisher are as follows:

🖤 Sunday, August 2, 2026

📍 Randolph Southern High School Gymnasium
📍 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM: Public Visitation
📍 4:00 PM: Funeral Service (will begin promptly)

Following the funeral service, police honors will be rendered at Spartanburg Cemetery.

We invite all emergency service personnel and apparatus wishing to pay their respects to join us in honoring Marshal Fisher’s dedicated service and sacrifice.

Additional details regarding staging, procession, and apparatus parking will be posted on Saturday.

Please continue to keep the Fisher family, his law enforcement family, and all those affected in your thoughts during this difficult time.

07/24/2026

☀️Summer Sunset Cinema is back at Southside Park!☀️

We’re bringing three nights of free, family-friendly movies to Butler this summer and you’re invited.

📅 Mark your calendars:
• July 10 – Jumanji (1995)
• July 24 – Zootopia 2
• August 14 – Up

⏰ Food trucks roll in at 8 PM - announcing soon
🌅 Movies begin at dusk

🍿 Free popcorn while supplies last
🪑 Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and bug spray

📍 Southside Park
232 Walnut St | Butler, IN

This is exactly what summer in Butler should look like. Neighbors, families, and a great movie under the stars.

Follow our page for updates, reminders, and any weather changes.

We’ll see you at the park.

07/22/2026

We are not 100 % certain on the information related to this exact post however, it is a good reminder to be vigilant when handling money. We have had cases exactly like this in the past. Please share to help keep our citizens and merchants alike from falling victim to this type of encounter.

07/02/2026

🚨 Reminder for this weekend:

If your Fourth of July plans include the phrase…

“Hey y’all, watch this!”

…please understand you’re about to become someone else’s paperwork.

Have fun, be safe.
Watch those kids.
Don’t drink and drive.. ever.
Don’t test your luck against fireworks, you’ll lose. Your boss wants you with your current equipped package on Monday.

We’d love to spend the holiday with our families too. 🇺🇸🚔

Picture for likes, because Therapy Dog Coda loves the Fourth of July.

06/29/2026

As temperatures climb, the Butler Police Department encourages everyone to take a few extra precautions to keep yourself, your family, and your pets safe.

☀️ Heat Safety Reminders:

🚗 Never leave children, elderly adults, or pets in a parked vehicle. Not even for a minute. Cracking the windows does not keep the vehicle cool enough to prevent tragedy.

💧 Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of water throughout the day, even if you don't feel thirsty. Avoid excessive caffeine and alcohol, which can contribute to dehydration.

🐾 Protect your pets. Asphalt and concrete become much hotter than the air temperature and can burn paw pads in seconds. If it's too hot for the back of your hand, it's too hot for their paws. Be sure they have plenty of fresh water and shade.

🌡️ Know the signs of heat-related illness.
Watch for dizziness, confusion, headache, nausea, rapid pulse, heavy sweating, or a lack of sweating. Move to a cool place immediately, hydrate, and call 911 if symptoms become severe.

👵 Check on your neighbors.
Older adults, young children, individuals with medical conditions, and those without air conditioning are especially vulnerable during extreme heat.

🚰 Don't forget your outdoor workers.
Take frequent breaks in the shade or air conditioning, wear light-colored clothing, and avoid strenuous activity during the hottest part of the day.

🐶 Walk pets early in the morning or later in the evening when pavement temperatures are lower.

🚒 If you see a child, elderly person, or pet in distress inside a vehicle, call 911 immediately.

Let's all do our part to keep Butler safe this week. Stay cool, stay hydrated, and look out for one another. ❤️

– Butler Police Department