Today, Governor Mike Braun announced a collaboration between the Indiana State Police and the Alcohol & Tobacco Commission’s Excise Police to address the issue of public safety around bars that tend to attract crime, drugs, and disturbances, sometimes referred to as “nuisance bars.”
“So-called ‘nuisance bars’ present a serious public safety threat, becoming hubs for crime, drugs, and violence that make our communities more dangerous and drive down nearby property values. This partnership between the Indiana Excise Police and the Indiana State Police will make for safer streets and stronger communities.” — Governor Mike Braun
‘Nuisance bars’ refers to bars, nightclubs, and other establishments that are permissive of crime and violence. Annual public nuisance violations issued by Indiana State Excise Police have increased 34% since 2019. The violations include instances of shootings, stabbings, and drug related activity.
Indiana law enforcement does an excellent job of keeping Hoosiers safe, and this partnership will bring together the expertise of the Excise Police with the tactical skill, resources, and footprint of the Indiana State Police to address crime and drug activity centered around these types of establishments.
The Alcohol & Tobacco Commission will be hiring a new Excise Superintendent who will work with the Indiana Association of Chiefs of Police and the Indiana Sheriffs’ Association to communicate the role of Indiana Excise police to local departments and identify ways to collaborate with local law enforcement.
Over the next four years, the two departments will explore opportunities to collaborate on this shared mission, such as cross-training and sharing resources.
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