Honoring Officer Andrew Ballard — August 2025 Officer of the Month
Honoring Officer Andrew Ballard – Mooresville Metropolitan Police Department
The Central Indiana Police Foundation, in proud partnership with Lucas Oil Products, is honored to recognize Officer Andrew Ballard of the Mooresville Metropolitan Police Department as our August 2025 Officer of the Month.
Each month, CIPF and Lucas Oil Products celebrate officers who exemplify the highest standards of service. Officers selected for this recognition are full-time sworn members of their department—at any rank—who consistently demonstrate teamwork, positivity in the face of challenges, proactive policing, and a strong commitment to serving their community. Many of these officers quietly go above and beyond, often flying under the radar, and deserve a moment of recognition for their impact.
Officer Ballard is a shining example. A one-year veteran of the Mooresville Police Department, he displayed extraordinary initiative and leadership in organizing the town’s first-ever National Night Out. Early in 2025, he approached Chief Kerry Buckner with his vision for the event, and from that moment forward, he dedicated countless hours—often on his personal time—to make it happen.
To ensure the success of the evening, Officer Ballard:
- Personally contacted local businesses, securing both monetary and material donations.
- Used donations to provide food and entertainment, including bounce houses for kids.
- Coordinated with partner agencies including Indiana State Police, Indiana Conservation, St. Vincent’s MedFlight, the Boys and Girls Club, and several fire departments.
- Organized random prize drawings, including the unforgettable opportunity to ride to school with Mooresville Police officers.
On August 5, 2025, Officer Ballard directed the operations of Mooresville’s pilot National Night Out. Thanks to his hard work and dedication, the event was a tremendous success—bringing families, community members, and public safety partners together in a celebration of trust, safety, and connection.
Chief Buckner shared, “Officer Andrew Ballard dedicated several hours of his personal time to ensure that the National Night Out was a success. He went above and beyond what was expected of him and should be recognized.”
We are proud to shine a spotlight on Officer Ballard’s commitment to his department and community, and to recognize him as CIPF’s August Officer of the Month, presented by Lucas Oil Products.