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Police Beat • 03 21/2026 - 03/22/2026
Accident
BYU Police responded to Lot 39 for a traffic accident. A driver hit an unoccupied parked car while trying to pull into a parking stall. Both vehicle owners were present on scene, and exchanged information without any issue.
Citizen Contact
Officers responded to the May Hall Building on BYU campus for a citizen assist regarding a welfare check on a student. The complainant expressed concern after not hearing from her daughter and being unable to reach her. Upon arrival, the student explained she had slept in after studying overnight and had spoken with her mother earlier.
Family Problem
A call was made to assist with a verbal family dispute involving a possible child custody issue at Wymount Terrace. Upon arrival, officers observed no safety concerns and successfully separated the involved parties. Resources were offered to those involved, and the scene was later cleared.
Suspicious
Officers responded to Wyview Park following a report of a marijuana odor. Prior to arrival, a strong skunk smell was detected outside the complex on University Avenue. After speaking with the complainant, officers determined that the wind had carried the skunk scent away, and the odor was no longer present in the area.
Alarm
Police officers responded to a door alarm at the Westview Building. Upon arrival, they found the door to be secure and no individuals were present inside. Dispatch confirmed that surveillance cameras showed no signs of anyone entering the building.
Harassment
A caller reported that her ex-fiancé, who is not a BYU student and from Salt Lake City, was stalking her and waiting for her at the Engineering Building to attend church service. Officers responded and arrested the individual for stalking and trespassing on BYU property. The case was referred to the victim advocate and investigations.
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BYU Police responded to Lot 39 for a traffic accident. A driver hit an unoccupied parked car while trying to pull into a parking stall. Both vehicle owners were present on scene, and exchanged information without any issue.
Citizen Contact
Officers responded to the May Hall Building on BYU campus for a citizen assist regarding a welfare check on a student. The complainant expressed concern after not hearing from her daughter and being unable to reach her. Upon arrival, the student explained she had slept in after studying overnight and had spoken with her mother earlier.
Family Problem
A call was made to assist with a verbal family dispute involving a possible child custody issue at Wymount Terrace. Upon arrival, officers observed no safety concerns and successfully separated the involved parties. Resources were offered to those involved, and the scene was later cleared.
Suspicious
Officers responded to Wyview Park following a report of a marijuana odor. Prior to arrival, a strong skunk smell was detected outside the complex on University Avenue. After speaking with the complainant, officers determined that the wind had carried the skunk scent away, and the odor was no longer present in the area.
Alarm
Police officers responded to a door alarm at the Westview Building. Upon arrival, they found the door to be secure and no individuals were present inside. Dispatch confirmed that surveillance cameras showed no signs of anyone entering the building.
Harassment
A caller reported that her ex-fiancé, who is not a BYU student and from Salt Lake City, was stalking her and waiting for her at the Engineering Building to attend church service. Officers responded and arrested the individual for stalking and trespassing on BYU property. The case was referred to the victim advocate and investigations.
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Police Beat • 03/20/2026
Medical
An officer and Provo Paramedics were dispatched to J Hall for a sick individual. Paramedics evaluated the male, who requested to be transported to the ER by his friends. Paramedics helped the individual out to a friend's car.
Duress Alarm
An officer responded to a duress alarm at the WSC. Upon arrival, they contacted those inside and confirmed everyone was safe. The alarm was located and reset.
Duress Alarm
A duress alarm was triggered at the Former President's House. Security technicians are aware of the problem and are actively working to resolve it. It is noted that the front desk duress buttons were not pressed and did not register as activated during the incident.
Accident
Hit and run accident in parking lot 37. Video cameras were checked but the area could not be seen on camera. No further suspect vehicle information.
Duress Alarm
A law enforcement officer responded to the MTC in response to a duress alarm. It was determined that an employee working in the new information area accidentally triggered the alarm by pushing it under the desk without understanding its purpose. The officer quickly reset the alarm, and dispatch confirmed that the alarm had been cleared.
CO Alarm
An officer and Provo Fire were dispatched to Wyview Park for a carbon monoxide alarm. Security was able to contact the resident, who stated that no one was inside the apartment. Provo Fire was able to get a positive reading for carbon monoxide once housing maintenance arrived with a key. Provo Fire asked Enbridge to come out and take readings to figure out what caused the problem.
Bat Bite
An officer was dispatched to the Utah Valley Hospital ER for a report of a delayed bat bite. The officer met with the BYU employee, who stated that they had been bit in the morning while they were trying to get bats out of the Hinckley Center. The employee said that the bat was long gone because he had let it go. The employee stated that they were already taking care of the incident report to Risk Management.
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An officer and Provo Paramedics were dispatched to J Hall for a sick individual. Paramedics evaluated the male, who requested to be transported to the ER by his friends. Paramedics helped the individual out to a friend's car.
Duress Alarm
An officer responded to a duress alarm at the WSC. Upon arrival, they contacted those inside and confirmed everyone was safe. The alarm was located and reset.
Duress Alarm
A duress alarm was triggered at the Former President's House. Security technicians are aware of the problem and are actively working to resolve it. It is noted that the front desk duress buttons were not pressed and did not register as activated during the incident.
Accident
Hit and run accident in parking lot 37. Video cameras were checked but the area could not be seen on camera. No further suspect vehicle information.
Duress Alarm
A law enforcement officer responded to the MTC in response to a duress alarm. It was determined that an employee working in the new information area accidentally triggered the alarm by pushing it under the desk without understanding its purpose. The officer quickly reset the alarm, and dispatch confirmed that the alarm had been cleared.
CO Alarm
An officer and Provo Fire were dispatched to Wyview Park for a carbon monoxide alarm. Security was able to contact the resident, who stated that no one was inside the apartment. Provo Fire was able to get a positive reading for carbon monoxide once housing maintenance arrived with a key. Provo Fire asked Enbridge to come out and take readings to figure out what caused the problem.
Bat Bite
An officer was dispatched to the Utah Valley Hospital ER for a report of a delayed bat bite. The officer met with the BYU employee, who stated that they had been bit in the morning while they were trying to get bats out of the Hinckley Center. The employee said that the bat was long gone because he had let it go. The employee stated that they were already taking care of the incident report to Risk Management.
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Police Beat • 03/19/2026
Found Property
Security personnel turned in a set of keys found in the main area of the Kimball Building. The keys, attached to a BYU key chain, appeared to belong to a Hyundai vehicle. Officers patrolled central campus and housing areas, activating the panic button to locate the vehicle, but were unsuccessful. The owner of the key fob could not be identified. A photograph of the keys is attached to the report.
Stalking
A police officer responded to a walk-in report of a stalking incident at the station. The complainant stated that a known individual, not currently a student at BYU and previously instructed not to contact them, appeared at the Music Building after their class and presented them with a gift bag. The suspect was contacted and advised to cease all further contact. The complainant was provided with a Stalking Resource Guide, and their information was forwarded to a Victim Advocate for follow-up. See supplement for additional details.
Medical
An officer and BYUEMS were dispatched to the RB field for a report of a possible torn Achilles tendon by an intramural player. BYUEMS arrived and treated the individual. The individual was transported to the hospital by his friend.
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Security personnel turned in a set of keys found in the main area of the Kimball Building. The keys, attached to a BYU key chain, appeared to belong to a Hyundai vehicle. Officers patrolled central campus and housing areas, activating the panic button to locate the vehicle, but were unsuccessful. The owner of the key fob could not be identified. A photograph of the keys is attached to the report.
Stalking
A police officer responded to a walk-in report of a stalking incident at the station. The complainant stated that a known individual, not currently a student at BYU and previously instructed not to contact them, appeared at the Music Building after their class and presented them with a gift bag. The suspect was contacted and advised to cease all further contact. The complainant was provided with a Stalking Resource Guide, and their information was forwarded to a Victim Advocate for follow-up. See supplement for additional details.
Medical
An officer and BYUEMS were dispatched to the RB field for a report of a possible torn Achilles tendon by an intramural player. BYUEMS arrived and treated the individual. The individual was transported to the hospital by his friend.
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Police Beat • 03/18/2026
Accident
A BYU-owned box truck was parked on the sidewalk near the Smith Fieldhouse. As the driver left, she maneuvered the truck onto the roadway, veering to the right and coming too close to a parked Mazda and pickup truck. This contact resulted in the breakage of the Mazda's right rear taillight.
Accident
A driver entering a parking space in Lot 4 accidentally collided with the rear bumper of an unoccupied vehicle. A report was filed and contact information was exchanged between the parties.
Duress Alarm
Officers responded to a duress alarm at the Kimball Tower 5th floor. Upon arrival, officers discovered that the panic button had been accidentally pressed. The officer used a key to reset the alarm, resolving the situation.
Weapons Offense
The BYU Police Department was alerted by a security officer about a female wielding a sword near the HGB, accompanied by two other females. The security officer observed that the woman with the sword was attempting to cut items being thrown to her by the others. Surveillance footage confirmed their presence and suggested they may have been filming the incident. Shortly after, the individuals appeared to leave the area. When officers arrived on the scene, the females had already departed.
Accident
A police officer responded by phone to a possible hit-and-run incident where a note was left at the scene. The complainant was unable to reach the person who left the note. The officer eventually contacted the driver involved and documented a non-reportable accident for both parties.
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A BYU-owned box truck was parked on the sidewalk near the Smith Fieldhouse. As the driver left, she maneuvered the truck onto the roadway, veering to the right and coming too close to a parked Mazda and pickup truck. This contact resulted in the breakage of the Mazda's right rear taillight.
Accident
A driver entering a parking space in Lot 4 accidentally collided with the rear bumper of an unoccupied vehicle. A report was filed and contact information was exchanged between the parties.
Duress Alarm
Officers responded to a duress alarm at the Kimball Tower 5th floor. Upon arrival, officers discovered that the panic button had been accidentally pressed. The officer used a key to reset the alarm, resolving the situation.
Weapons Offense
The BYU Police Department was alerted by a security officer about a female wielding a sword near the HGB, accompanied by two other females. The security officer observed that the woman with the sword was attempting to cut items being thrown to her by the others. Surveillance footage confirmed their presence and suggested they may have been filming the incident. Shortly after, the individuals appeared to leave the area. When officers arrived on the scene, the females had already departed.
Accident
A police officer responded by phone to a possible hit-and-run incident where a note was left at the scene. The complainant was unable to reach the person who left the note. The officer eventually contacted the driver involved and documented a non-reportable accident for both parties.
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Police Beat • 03/17/2026
Accident – Auto vs Skateboard
A vehicle was exiting Lot 16 on the BYU campus when the driver failed to notice a pedestrian riding a skateboard south on the sidewalk. The vehicle struck the skateboarder in the crosswalk at the intersection after rolling through a stop sign, failing to yield the right of way. The driver was warned about her actions. The skateboarder was later taken by police to the Urgent Care near Utah Valley Hospital for treatment.
Accident
A BYU mail truck was parked in the loading dock of the student health center when the driver attempted to exit. During maneuvering, the mail truck's right rear bumper contacted the right rear side of a parked white Toyota Tacoma. The collision broke the Tacoma's taillight lens and scuffed its bumper.
Information
The complainant's girlfriend parked her scooter behind a pillar by the ticket office at the devotional event on the Northeast side. Upon returning, the scooter was missing. The complainant and security staff checked with the Marriott Center event staff, but the scooter could not be located. The officer checked the area later in the day and found the scooter behind the ticket office. The scooter was returned to the owner.
Accident
Officers responded to a report of a hit-and-run incident in parking lot 23. The complainant stated that he parked his vehicle there on Friday night and returned Sunday morning to find damage to the front left bumper and blinker light assembly. Video footage review revealed no clear cameras covering the area, and no suspect vehicle could be identified. The owner was advised that without further evidence, the case cannot be pursued. The investigation is now closed pending any future suspect identification.
Accident – Auto vs Rideable
A pedestrian on a hoverboard was traveling eastbound on the sidewalk along Heleman Drive from Canyon Road. As a white Jeep approached westbound near the crosswalk, surveillance footage shows the pedestrian crossing without slowing down or hesitating. The pedestrian collided with the Jeep, which the driver reported only seeing at the last second and attempting to stop. The individual involved was transported to Utah Valley Hospital for medical treatment.
Medical
During an intramural football game, two players collided, resulting in one player fracturing his right leg. Provo Fire paramedics responded promptly and transported him to the hospital for treatment.
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A vehicle was exiting Lot 16 on the BYU campus when the driver failed to notice a pedestrian riding a skateboard south on the sidewalk. The vehicle struck the skateboarder in the crosswalk at the intersection after rolling through a stop sign, failing to yield the right of way. The driver was warned about her actions. The skateboarder was later taken by police to the Urgent Care near Utah Valley Hospital for treatment.
Accident
A BYU mail truck was parked in the loading dock of the student health center when the driver attempted to exit. During maneuvering, the mail truck's right rear bumper contacted the right rear side of a parked white Toyota Tacoma. The collision broke the Tacoma's taillight lens and scuffed its bumper.
Information
The complainant's girlfriend parked her scooter behind a pillar by the ticket office at the devotional event on the Northeast side. Upon returning, the scooter was missing. The complainant and security staff checked with the Marriott Center event staff, but the scooter could not be located. The officer checked the area later in the day and found the scooter behind the ticket office. The scooter was returned to the owner.
Accident
Officers responded to a report of a hit-and-run incident in parking lot 23. The complainant stated that he parked his vehicle there on Friday night and returned Sunday morning to find damage to the front left bumper and blinker light assembly. Video footage review revealed no clear cameras covering the area, and no suspect vehicle could be identified. The owner was advised that without further evidence, the case cannot be pursued. The investigation is now closed pending any future suspect identification.
Accident – Auto vs Rideable
A pedestrian on a hoverboard was traveling eastbound on the sidewalk along Heleman Drive from Canyon Road. As a white Jeep approached westbound near the crosswalk, surveillance footage shows the pedestrian crossing without slowing down or hesitating. The pedestrian collided with the Jeep, which the driver reported only seeing at the last second and attempting to stop. The individual involved was transported to Utah Valley Hospital for medical treatment.
Medical
During an intramural football game, two players collided, resulting in one player fracturing his right leg. Provo Fire paramedics responded promptly and transported him to the hospital for treatment.
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Police Beat • 03/16/2026
Waterflow Alarm
At the BYU physical facility's north building, a fire alarm was triggered due to a water flow issue. BYU police and EMS were dispatched to the scene but were canceled before arriving, after dispatch received information that personnel on-site were testing the alarm systems and had not informed dispatch. The alarm was determined to be a false alarm.
Theft
A caller reported a stolen bicycle. Officer made contact with the caller and, upon inquiry, the caller located the bike at a previously parked spot. No further action was taken.
Welfare Check
The BYU Police Department received a call from a student's parents requesting a welfare check after a person reported finding the student's cellphone in the Provo River while fishing. Officers located the student at her apartment, and she used an officer's phone to inform her parents that she was safe. The officers then coordinated with the individuals who found the phone to arrange its return.
Duress Alarm
A silent alarm was reported at Brimhall Building 280. Officers responded to the scene and found Access Services alarm staff working on the system. No signs of criminal or suspicious activity were found, and no further action was taken.
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At the BYU physical facility's north building, a fire alarm was triggered due to a water flow issue. BYU police and EMS were dispatched to the scene but were canceled before arriving, after dispatch received information that personnel on-site were testing the alarm systems and had not informed dispatch. The alarm was determined to be a false alarm.
Theft
A caller reported a stolen bicycle. Officer made contact with the caller and, upon inquiry, the caller located the bike at a previously parked spot. No further action was taken.
Welfare Check
The BYU Police Department received a call from a student's parents requesting a welfare check after a person reported finding the student's cellphone in the Provo River while fishing. Officers located the student at her apartment, and she used an officer's phone to inform her parents that she was safe. The officers then coordinated with the individuals who found the phone to arrange its return.
Duress Alarm
A silent alarm was reported at Brimhall Building 280. Officers responded to the scene and found Access Services alarm staff working on the system. No signs of criminal or suspicious activity were found, and no further action was taken.
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Police Beat • 03/15/2026
Trespassing
An Amazon driver attempted to deliver a package to the MTC delivery gate but was turned away due to Sunday delivery restrictions. Undeterred, the driver circumvented security by passing the guards at the main gate and entering the grounds. Once located, BYU officers escorted him off the property. As a result, MTC has decided to place a ban on the individual.
Alarm
A door alarm and a beam alarm were triggered in the tunnel area of the Eyring Science Center, specifically at door S003, the outside tunnel entrance on the southeast side of the building. Dispatch received a photo of an individual seen entering through this door. Officers responded by checking the tunnels and monitoring the area near the entrances but were unable to locate anyone in the tunnels or identify the person in the photo.
Accident
A BYU officer responded to Lot 57 following a reported traffic accident. The incident occurred when a black truck was backing into a parking spot simultaneously as a white sedan was backing out from a parking stall. The white sedan sustained damage to its passenger side rear bumper, while the black truck had damage to its passenger side rear panel. Both drivers exchanged information and agreed to email their statements to the officer.
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An Amazon driver attempted to deliver a package to the MTC delivery gate but was turned away due to Sunday delivery restrictions. Undeterred, the driver circumvented security by passing the guards at the main gate and entering the grounds. Once located, BYU officers escorted him off the property. As a result, MTC has decided to place a ban on the individual.
Alarm
A door alarm and a beam alarm were triggered in the tunnel area of the Eyring Science Center, specifically at door S003, the outside tunnel entrance on the southeast side of the building. Dispatch received a photo of an individual seen entering through this door. Officers responded by checking the tunnels and monitoring the area near the entrances but were unable to locate anyone in the tunnels or identify the person in the photo.
Accident
A BYU officer responded to Lot 57 following a reported traffic accident. The incident occurred when a black truck was backing into a parking spot simultaneously as a white sedan was backing out from a parking stall. The white sedan sustained damage to its passenger side rear bumper, while the black truck had damage to its passenger side rear panel. Both drivers exchanged information and agreed to email their statements to the officer.
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Police Beat • 03/14/2026
Information
Officers were dispatched to the Marriott Center in response to a report of a delayed assault. Upon arrival, both parties involved were contacted. The female party reported being shoved into her seat by another spectator. After conducting interviews with both individuals, the incident will be documented for informational purposes.
Citizen Contact
A student contacted dispatch to report that her vehicle might have been stolen from Lot 59 south of the LSB. Before an officer arrived on scene, she located her vehicle in the lot, and the situation was resolved.
Lost Property
A BYU Police officer was contacted about a lost purse at the Marriott Center. After checking the lost and found and the venue itself, the reporting party realized she likely left the purse in her Uber from the previous night. She was advised to contact Uber to attempt to retrieve her belongings.
Theft
An officer responded to the Marriott Center regarding a report of a delayed theft. The complainant, a dancer with Dance Sport, reported that her bag containing cash, clothes, and a phone was stolen from one of the changing rooms between approximately 2:30 PM and 5:15 PM. The victim did not have the phone’s serial number at the time but indicated they would provide it once available. The investigation remains ongoing.
Welfare Check
An officer was dispatched to West Campus to address a Safewalk disconnection. The officer contacted the individual by telephone, who confirmed they had arrived at their destination safely and apologized for forgetting to end the Safewalk.
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Officers were dispatched to the Marriott Center in response to a report of a delayed assault. Upon arrival, both parties involved were contacted. The female party reported being shoved into her seat by another spectator. After conducting interviews with both individuals, the incident will be documented for informational purposes.
Citizen Contact
A student contacted dispatch to report that her vehicle might have been stolen from Lot 59 south of the LSB. Before an officer arrived on scene, she located her vehicle in the lot, and the situation was resolved.
Lost Property
A BYU Police officer was contacted about a lost purse at the Marriott Center. After checking the lost and found and the venue itself, the reporting party realized she likely left the purse in her Uber from the previous night. She was advised to contact Uber to attempt to retrieve her belongings.
Theft
An officer responded to the Marriott Center regarding a report of a delayed theft. The complainant, a dancer with Dance Sport, reported that her bag containing cash, clothes, and a phone was stolen from one of the changing rooms between approximately 2:30 PM and 5:15 PM. The victim did not have the phone’s serial number at the time but indicated they would provide it once available. The investigation remains ongoing.
Welfare Check
An officer was dispatched to West Campus to address a Safewalk disconnection. The officer contacted the individual by telephone, who confirmed they had arrived at their destination safely and apologized for forgetting to end the Safewalk.
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Police Beat • 03/13/2026
Fire Alarm
An officer was dispatched to respond to a fire alarm at the Indoor Practice Facility. However, security informed the officer that the alarm was part of a scheduled test, and the scene was cleared prior to the officer's arrival.
Accident – Hit and Run
A hit-and-run accident took place in the parking lot of Lot 14. An officer was dispatched to the scene to investigate the incident and gather documentation about what occurred.
Duress Alarm
An officer responded to a duress alarm in Room 2400 of the Wilkinson Student Center. It was determined that an employee had accidentally triggered the alarm. The officer reset the system and cleared the alarm without further incident.
Abandoned Vehicle
A security officer requested an officer to check on an abandoned vehicle in Lot 52 of Wymount Terrace 6C. The vehicle was tagged and photographed, and the owner was contacted. The owner stated they had moved out of state and will arrange for a recovery company to retrieve the vehicle within ten days.
Trespass Notice
Officers responded to the HBL Library after a security guard recognized an individual with a prior history of trespassing and fleeing from security. Upon contact, the individual was trespassed from the campus to prevent further incidents.
Medical
An officer responded to the LSB Anatomy Lab regarding a student who had passed out. BYU EMS arrived, assessed the patient, and found the student awake and sitting in the outer hallway. The student refused hospital transport and was released by EMS at the scene.
Family Problem
Officers responded to the west tunnel at Marriott Center to investigate an altercation between two family members. After conducting a thorough investigation, officers determined that the evidence present at the scene was insufficient to support criminal charges or pursue further action.
Overdose
A police officer and Provo Paramedics responded to the Riviera following reports of a female who had intentionally overdosed on prescription medication. Upon arrival, the female admitted to the overdose, and paramedics transported her to Utah Valley Hospital for treatment. With her permission, the officer notified her mother and informed the police chief. The officer arranged for the female to be placed under an involuntary commitment for a mental health evaluation.
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An officer was dispatched to respond to a fire alarm at the Indoor Practice Facility. However, security informed the officer that the alarm was part of a scheduled test, and the scene was cleared prior to the officer's arrival.
Accident – Hit and Run
A hit-and-run accident took place in the parking lot of Lot 14. An officer was dispatched to the scene to investigate the incident and gather documentation about what occurred.
Duress Alarm
An officer responded to a duress alarm in Room 2400 of the Wilkinson Student Center. It was determined that an employee had accidentally triggered the alarm. The officer reset the system and cleared the alarm without further incident.
Abandoned Vehicle
A security officer requested an officer to check on an abandoned vehicle in Lot 52 of Wymount Terrace 6C. The vehicle was tagged and photographed, and the owner was contacted. The owner stated they had moved out of state and will arrange for a recovery company to retrieve the vehicle within ten days.
Trespass Notice
Officers responded to the HBL Library after a security guard recognized an individual with a prior history of trespassing and fleeing from security. Upon contact, the individual was trespassed from the campus to prevent further incidents.
Medical
An officer responded to the LSB Anatomy Lab regarding a student who had passed out. BYU EMS arrived, assessed the patient, and found the student awake and sitting in the outer hallway. The student refused hospital transport and was released by EMS at the scene.
Family Problem
Officers responded to the west tunnel at Marriott Center to investigate an altercation between two family members. After conducting a thorough investigation, officers determined that the evidence present at the scene was insufficient to support criminal charges or pursue further action.
Overdose
A police officer and Provo Paramedics responded to the Riviera following reports of a female who had intentionally overdosed on prescription medication. Upon arrival, the female admitted to the overdose, and paramedics transported her to Utah Valley Hospital for treatment. With her permission, the officer notified her mother and informed the police chief. The officer arranged for the female to be placed under an involuntary commitment for a mental health evaluation.
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Police Beat • 03/11/2026 - 03/12/2026
Accident – Hit and Run
The complainant reported that their vehicle was scraped, possibly by another vehicle, earlier today while parked in a parking lot. An officer reviewed available surveillance footage but was unable to identify the damage or determine what caused it. The complainant was provided with a case number for reference.
Accident
A police officer responded to a report of a parked vehicle that had been struck while unoccupied. The other driver left a note with their contact information. Telephonic contact was established with the driver, and all relevant information was exchanged between the two vehicle owners.
Citizen Contact
A police officer was dispatched to the area surrounding the Life Science Building and Joseph Smith Building on BYU campus following a report of an emotional student. Upon arrival, the officer checked the area but did not locate the student, and no further information or additional reports have been received.
Accident
Officers responded to a car versus bicycle incident at the west entrance of the Marriott Center parking lot (Lot 19). The female cyclist declined medical treatment at the scene. After consulting with her mother, she requested to have her bike transported home and to be taken to the Student Health Center. Following medical advice, she was transported to Utah Valley Hospital for further evaluation.
Property Damage
A police officer responded to a property damage incident on 460 East, between Miller Park and the Marriott Center. The complainant reported that while waiting to turn into the Marriott Center parking lot, the rear passenger window of her vehicle suddenly shattered. She described the sound as very loud and initially suspected gunfire. Upon investigation, the area was checked and found to contain shattered glass and a baseball in the roadway. License plate reader (LPR) footage revealed the incident, showing a baseball from Miller Park striking the vehicle and causing the window to break. The university's Risk Management office was notified, and both the complainant and vehicle owner were provided with information to file an insurance claim.
Trespassing
Officers responded to the 900 E Gate of the MTC regarding a male attempting to deliver a small Walmart grocery order. The individual refused to leave when security declined to accept the delivery. A possible language barrier contributed to the misunderstanding. After communication with the male's supervisor via phone, the situation was resolved, and the subject left the area.
Fire – Gas Smell
An officer and Provo Fire responded to Helaman Halls following reports of a gas smell. Provo Fire utilized their CO detection unit and confirmed that no dangerous gases were present in the building. As a result, residents were permitted to re-enter Helaman Halls.
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The complainant reported that their vehicle was scraped, possibly by another vehicle, earlier today while parked in a parking lot. An officer reviewed available surveillance footage but was unable to identify the damage or determine what caused it. The complainant was provided with a case number for reference.
Accident
A police officer responded to a report of a parked vehicle that had been struck while unoccupied. The other driver left a note with their contact information. Telephonic contact was established with the driver, and all relevant information was exchanged between the two vehicle owners.
Citizen Contact
A police officer was dispatched to the area surrounding the Life Science Building and Joseph Smith Building on BYU campus following a report of an emotional student. Upon arrival, the officer checked the area but did not locate the student, and no further information or additional reports have been received.
Accident
Officers responded to a car versus bicycle incident at the west entrance of the Marriott Center parking lot (Lot 19). The female cyclist declined medical treatment at the scene. After consulting with her mother, she requested to have her bike transported home and to be taken to the Student Health Center. Following medical advice, she was transported to Utah Valley Hospital for further evaluation.
Property Damage
A police officer responded to a property damage incident on 460 East, between Miller Park and the Marriott Center. The complainant reported that while waiting to turn into the Marriott Center parking lot, the rear passenger window of her vehicle suddenly shattered. She described the sound as very loud and initially suspected gunfire. Upon investigation, the area was checked and found to contain shattered glass and a baseball in the roadway. License plate reader (LPR) footage revealed the incident, showing a baseball from Miller Park striking the vehicle and causing the window to break. The university's Risk Management office was notified, and both the complainant and vehicle owner were provided with information to file an insurance claim.
Trespassing
Officers responded to the 900 E Gate of the MTC regarding a male attempting to deliver a small Walmart grocery order. The individual refused to leave when security declined to accept the delivery. A possible language barrier contributed to the misunderstanding. After communication with the male's supervisor via phone, the situation was resolved, and the subject left the area.
Fire – Gas Smell
An officer and Provo Fire responded to Helaman Halls following reports of a gas smell. Provo Fire utilized their CO detection unit and confirmed that no dangerous gases were present in the building. As a result, residents were permitted to re-enter Helaman Halls.
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Police Beat • 03/10/2026
Alarm
Officers responded to a door-held-open alarm at the ESC. Dispatch reported a student seen on video leaving the building with the door not closing behind them. Officers located the door ajar, secured it properly, and no further action was necessary.
Alarm
A violated door alarm for door #10 was reported. The door was found to be shut and securely closed. Despite several unsuccessful attempts to clear the alarm, dispatch was advised of the situation, and a work order was subsequently placed for further action.
Lost Property
A BYU officer responded to SFH regarding a possible stolen or lost Segway. The complainant explained that they had left their Segway leaning against an identical one without locking it, assuming they wouldn’t be long inside. Video footage showed a male leaving SFH, approaching the identical Segway, and without hesitation, getting on it and leaving. Officers tracked the individual to the gym entrance, where they contacted him. The subject believed he had unlocked his Segway, but after discussing the situation, he agreed to return with the Segway. When he returned, officers observed that his Segway was still locked; he apologized, unlocked it, and left. The officer then contacted the complainant and returned their Segway.
Robbery Alarm
A report from BYU Security prompted BYU Police Officers to respond to the Creamery on Ninth after a panic robbery alarm was triggered. However, upon arrival and investigation, officers found that the cameras indicated no suspicious activity and confirmed that no robbery was in progress. It was determined that the cashier had accidentally pressed the panic button, which was later reset by officers.
Suspicious Circumstance
A complainant reported hearing what she believed to be a gunshot and requested officers to check the area. Officers conducted a thorough search but observed nothing suspicious, heard no additional gunshot sounds, and received no reports of any disturbances from others. After the check, the complainant was informed that nothing suspicious was found, and she appreciated the officers' efforts in checking the area.
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Officers responded to a door-held-open alarm at the ESC. Dispatch reported a student seen on video leaving the building with the door not closing behind them. Officers located the door ajar, secured it properly, and no further action was necessary.
Alarm
A violated door alarm for door #10 was reported. The door was found to be shut and securely closed. Despite several unsuccessful attempts to clear the alarm, dispatch was advised of the situation, and a work order was subsequently placed for further action.
Lost Property
A BYU officer responded to SFH regarding a possible stolen or lost Segway. The complainant explained that they had left their Segway leaning against an identical one without locking it, assuming they wouldn’t be long inside. Video footage showed a male leaving SFH, approaching the identical Segway, and without hesitation, getting on it and leaving. Officers tracked the individual to the gym entrance, where they contacted him. The subject believed he had unlocked his Segway, but after discussing the situation, he agreed to return with the Segway. When he returned, officers observed that his Segway was still locked; he apologized, unlocked it, and left. The officer then contacted the complainant and returned their Segway.
Robbery Alarm
A report from BYU Security prompted BYU Police Officers to respond to the Creamery on Ninth after a panic robbery alarm was triggered. However, upon arrival and investigation, officers found that the cameras indicated no suspicious activity and confirmed that no robbery was in progress. It was determined that the cashier had accidentally pressed the panic button, which was later reset by officers.
Suspicious Circumstance
A complainant reported hearing what she believed to be a gunshot and requested officers to check the area. Officers conducted a thorough search but observed nothing suspicious, heard no additional gunshot sounds, and received no reports of any disturbances from others. After the check, the complainant was informed that nothing suspicious was found, and she appreciated the officers' efforts in checking the area.
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Police Beat • 03/08/2026 - 03/09/2026
Welfare Check
A welfare check was initiated on a student after her family was unable to contact her. Upon reaching out to her professor, it was confirmed that the student was currently busy serving jury duty. The family was later notified and successfully contacted the student.
Family Problem
A verbal dispute occurred between a married couple who have been experiencing ongoing disagreements and are in the process of considering divorce. No physical violence was involved during the incident. With the assistance of our Victim's Advocate, the couple was provided support to attend a counseling session today. They were also given additional resources for continued assistance and support.
Medical
A report was received regarding an adult male experiencing difficulty breathing at the CSC. BYU officers responded alongside Provo EMS and BYU EMS. The subject reported feeling dizzy and short of breath. He was treated on scene and later released.
Accident
A BYU employee, while backing out of a parking space in front of Heritage 14 in a BYU-owned vehicle, accidentally collided with a parked car along the curb. The other driver was unloading items from his vehicle at the time of the incident. The accident resulted in minimal damage, and no injuries were reported.
Theft
A theft of clothing items from WyView Park laundry was reported. The officer made contact via phone to document the stolen items and establish a timeline. The investigation is ongoing, with the officer reviewing video footage and observing an unidentified subject related to the case. After further investigation, the officer found the clothes were taken on accident and later returned to the complainant.
Medical – Scooter Accident
An individual was riding a sit-down scooter down the ramp leading to the Smith Field House from West Campus Drive. The walkway has a very steep grade, and the rider lost control of his scooter while going down the hill. He attempted to avoid hitting a pedestrian; however, he struck her right thigh and crashed the scooter. The individual is handicapped and sustained injuries to his head and upper torso. Provo Fire transported him to the hospital with a possible concussion, and his scooter was taken to the police department's bike impound and placed on hold for the owner. The pedestrian stated she was only injured with a bruise to her leg.
Accident
A vehicle was struck while parked in Lot 33 west of the Risk Management Building. The damage involved the driver side mirror of a black 2018 Honda Civic. Upon investigation, security cameras in the area were checked; however, there were no cameras covering that parking lot, and no additional evidence or paint color was available to identify the other vehicle involved.
Property Damage
A BYU student reported damage to a vehicle tire. Complainant believes someone slashed their tire while parked in lot 37. This was reported to have occurred between 1445-1700 hours on 3/9/26. The officer will review cameras in the area.
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A welfare check was initiated on a student after her family was unable to contact her. Upon reaching out to her professor, it was confirmed that the student was currently busy serving jury duty. The family was later notified and successfully contacted the student.
Family Problem
A verbal dispute occurred between a married couple who have been experiencing ongoing disagreements and are in the process of considering divorce. No physical violence was involved during the incident. With the assistance of our Victim's Advocate, the couple was provided support to attend a counseling session today. They were also given additional resources for continued assistance and support.
Medical
A report was received regarding an adult male experiencing difficulty breathing at the CSC. BYU officers responded alongside Provo EMS and BYU EMS. The subject reported feeling dizzy and short of breath. He was treated on scene and later released.
Accident
A BYU employee, while backing out of a parking space in front of Heritage 14 in a BYU-owned vehicle, accidentally collided with a parked car along the curb. The other driver was unloading items from his vehicle at the time of the incident. The accident resulted in minimal damage, and no injuries were reported.
Theft
A theft of clothing items from WyView Park laundry was reported. The officer made contact via phone to document the stolen items and establish a timeline. The investigation is ongoing, with the officer reviewing video footage and observing an unidentified subject related to the case. After further investigation, the officer found the clothes were taken on accident and later returned to the complainant.
Medical – Scooter Accident
An individual was riding a sit-down scooter down the ramp leading to the Smith Field House from West Campus Drive. The walkway has a very steep grade, and the rider lost control of his scooter while going down the hill. He attempted to avoid hitting a pedestrian; however, he struck her right thigh and crashed the scooter. The individual is handicapped and sustained injuries to his head and upper torso. Provo Fire transported him to the hospital with a possible concussion, and his scooter was taken to the police department's bike impound and placed on hold for the owner. The pedestrian stated she was only injured with a bruise to her leg.
Accident
A vehicle was struck while parked in Lot 33 west of the Risk Management Building. The damage involved the driver side mirror of a black 2018 Honda Civic. Upon investigation, security cameras in the area were checked; however, there were no cameras covering that parking lot, and no additional evidence or paint color was available to identify the other vehicle involved.
Property Damage
A BYU student reported damage to a vehicle tire. Complainant believes someone slashed their tire while parked in lot 37. This was reported to have occurred between 1445-1700 hours on 3/9/26. The officer will review cameras in the area.
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Police Beat • 03/07/2026
Robbery Alarm
Officers responded to a duress alarm at the Creamery. The push was accidental and the alarm was reset.
Suspicious
A BYU Marriott Center Event Staff employee reported a male student was trying to enter the men's basketball game improperly. Event Staff request the male be banned from the event if he is located. The student was not located.
Animal Problem
An officer was dispatched to the Foreign Language Student Residence regarding an animal problem, where reports indicated an animal was stuck on the roof. Upon arrival, the officer heard sounds consistent with a raccoon trapped in the attic space. Dispatch contacted housing authorities, who confirmed they would address the issue on the following Monday.
Fire – Gas Smell
A police officer responded to Heritage 02 after a student reported smelling gas in her apartment, which caused her to feel ill. The Provo Fire Department was called to investigate, and they checked the apartment thoroughly. After their inspection, no issues or gas leaks were detected.
Littering
An officer observed a male individual on South Campus Drive near the Grant Building throw a cigarette butt into the roadway after smoking. The officer approached and issued a citation for littering. The male appeared intoxicated and stated he was leaving campus on foot to go home.
Suspicious Person
A police officer was dispatched to the Tanner Building in response to a report of a suspicious male who had been lingering in the area. The male had already left by the time the officer arrived.
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Officers responded to a duress alarm at the Creamery. The push was accidental and the alarm was reset.
Suspicious
A BYU Marriott Center Event Staff employee reported a male student was trying to enter the men's basketball game improperly. Event Staff request the male be banned from the event if he is located. The student was not located.
Animal Problem
An officer was dispatched to the Foreign Language Student Residence regarding an animal problem, where reports indicated an animal was stuck on the roof. Upon arrival, the officer heard sounds consistent with a raccoon trapped in the attic space. Dispatch contacted housing authorities, who confirmed they would address the issue on the following Monday.
Fire – Gas Smell
A police officer responded to Heritage 02 after a student reported smelling gas in her apartment, which caused her to feel ill. The Provo Fire Department was called to investigate, and they checked the apartment thoroughly. After their inspection, no issues or gas leaks were detected.
Littering
An officer observed a male individual on South Campus Drive near the Grant Building throw a cigarette butt into the roadway after smoking. The officer approached and issued a citation for littering. The male appeared intoxicated and stated he was leaving campus on foot to go home.
Suspicious Person
A police officer was dispatched to the Tanner Building in response to a report of a suspicious male who had been lingering in the area. The male had already left by the time the officer arrived.
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Police Beat • 03/06/2026
Lost Property
A police officer responded to a theft report involving missing mobile microphone transmitters. The reporting party explained that several transmitters have gone missing over the past two semesters, though some have since been located. The RP plans to provide a detailed list of the times and locations where the microphones went missing to assist with the investigation.
Theft
It was reported that several decorative fasteners have been stolen from several Signs in the Engineering Building. The case is under investigation.
Citizen Contact
A complainant contacted the police expressing a desire to discuss a previous sexual assault case from 2017. The case has been referred to the investigations department for further review.
Suspicious
Officers responded to Wyview Park Apartments regarding a possible drug-related issue. The reporting party indicated a persistent marijuana smell coming from the sink area over the past few days. Upon arrival, officers detected a slight odor of marijuana but were unable to identify its source. Efforts to contact the tenants below the affected apartment were unsuccessful, as no one was home or answered the door. The origin of the odor remains undetermined.
Gas Smell
A resident in Wyview Park reported a delayed gas smell after accidentally leaving the stove on low. The resident began feeling dizzy but had already left the apartment approximately 20 minutes prior to the call. Officers and Provo Fire responded to the scene; upon arrival, Provo Fire did not detect any gas. BYU Housing was notified of the situation. Provo Fire advised the residents that it was safe to re-enter the apartment.
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A police officer responded to a theft report involving missing mobile microphone transmitters. The reporting party explained that several transmitters have gone missing over the past two semesters, though some have since been located. The RP plans to provide a detailed list of the times and locations where the microphones went missing to assist with the investigation.
Theft
It was reported that several decorative fasteners have been stolen from several Signs in the Engineering Building. The case is under investigation.
Citizen Contact
A complainant contacted the police expressing a desire to discuss a previous sexual assault case from 2017. The case has been referred to the investigations department for further review.
Suspicious
Officers responded to Wyview Park Apartments regarding a possible drug-related issue. The reporting party indicated a persistent marijuana smell coming from the sink area over the past few days. Upon arrival, officers detected a slight odor of marijuana but were unable to identify its source. Efforts to contact the tenants below the affected apartment were unsuccessful, as no one was home or answered the door. The origin of the odor remains undetermined.
Gas Smell
A resident in Wyview Park reported a delayed gas smell after accidentally leaving the stove on low. The resident began feeling dizzy but had already left the apartment approximately 20 minutes prior to the call. Officers and Provo Fire responded to the scene; upon arrival, Provo Fire did not detect any gas. BYU Housing was notified of the situation. Provo Fire advised the residents that it was safe to re-enter the apartment.
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Police Beat • 03/05/2026
Welfare Check
An associate professor requested a welfare check on a student at Heritage Halls on BYU campus. Officers responded to the scene and contacted the student, who explained the reason for missing classes. The officers provided the student with available resources and concluded the call. The complainant was informed of the outcome.
Theft
A report came in of missing money from a wallet. The case was linked to a previous theft case from the Fieldhouse weight room.
Found Property
A student ID was found at the JFSB, and officers responded to retrieve it. Shortly thereafter, the student contacted the department to report the loss of her ID. The found ID was later returned to the student.
Citizen Contact
A report was received regarding a stolen backpack at the Smith Field House student gym. The victim explained that their backpack was taken while they were working out. Using security camera footage, officers identified the individual who left with the backpack. A gym employee recognized the person as a frequent visitor. Contact was made with the suspect, who then realized they had taken the wrong backpack by mistake. The suspect met officers at the Field House and returned the backpack, confirming it was the same brand and color as their own, which they had mistaken for theirs due to their jacket. The backpack was recovered and returned to its owner with all contents intact.
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An associate professor requested a welfare check on a student at Heritage Halls on BYU campus. Officers responded to the scene and contacted the student, who explained the reason for missing classes. The officers provided the student with available resources and concluded the call. The complainant was informed of the outcome.
Theft
A report came in of missing money from a wallet. The case was linked to a previous theft case from the Fieldhouse weight room.
Found Property
A student ID was found at the JFSB, and officers responded to retrieve it. Shortly thereafter, the student contacted the department to report the loss of her ID. The found ID was later returned to the student.
Citizen Contact
A report was received regarding a stolen backpack at the Smith Field House student gym. The victim explained that their backpack was taken while they were working out. Using security camera footage, officers identified the individual who left with the backpack. A gym employee recognized the person as a frequent visitor. Contact was made with the suspect, who then realized they had taken the wrong backpack by mistake. The suspect met officers at the Field House and returned the backpack, confirming it was the same brand and color as their own, which they had mistaken for theirs due to their jacket. The backpack was recovered and returned to its owner with all contents intact.
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Police Beat • 03/04/2026
Lost Property
A police officer made telephonic contact with a complainant regarding a missing key. The complainant reported that a JFSB master key, series 1000 #49, is missing and requested a case number for documentation purposes. The key was previously assigned to a former employee, but it is unclear whether the key was lost or simply not returned.
Medical
Officer responded to a medical call at the library for a possible seizure. EMS responded to assist.
Suspicious Person
BYU Police received a report about a suspicious male in Lot 27 reportedly checking car doors. Officers patrolled the area by vehicle and on foot; however, no one was located. No additional reports related to this incident followed.
Medical
A person visited the Cannon Center and reported to staff that they had a concussion. Although there were no visible injuries, the individual refused to inform paramedics about the incident or specify their symptoms. They only mentioned that the injury was from a past issue and declined to provide further details. Due to the lack of information, paramedics transported the individual to the hospital for evaluation. It was later discovered that the individual had left a mental health facility in Provo without completing their treatment.
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A police officer made telephonic contact with a complainant regarding a missing key. The complainant reported that a JFSB master key, series 1000 #49, is missing and requested a case number for documentation purposes. The key was previously assigned to a former employee, but it is unclear whether the key was lost or simply not returned.
Medical
Officer responded to a medical call at the library for a possible seizure. EMS responded to assist.
Suspicious Person
BYU Police received a report about a suspicious male in Lot 27 reportedly checking car doors. Officers patrolled the area by vehicle and on foot; however, no one was located. No additional reports related to this incident followed.
Medical
A person visited the Cannon Center and reported to staff that they had a concussion. Although there were no visible injuries, the individual refused to inform paramedics about the incident or specify their symptoms. They only mentioned that the injury was from a past issue and declined to provide further details. Due to the lack of information, paramedics transported the individual to the hospital for evaluation. It was later discovered that the individual had left a mental health facility in Provo without completing their treatment.
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Police Beat • 03/03/2026
Sick Person
A call was received at May Hall where officers and Provo Fire responded to a report of a sick individual. The patient, visiting from out of state, was there to give her sister a ride to class. She had been feeling unwell since the previous day and was found on the floor, feeling like she might pass out. Provo Fire assessed her condition and transported her to Utah Valley Hospital for further medical evaluation.
Medical
A three-year-old boy sustained a head injury after hitting the back of his head on a wall-mounted display case at the Smith Fieldhouse. There was bleeding from the injury, which had mostly ceased by the time emergency units arrived. The boy received treatment from BYU EMS on-site and was not transported to the hospital.
Accident
A police officer responded to the station to file a late report regarding a traffic accident. The complainant, a passenger in a vehicle driven by their spouse, reported that their vehicle was rear-ended earlier that morning. The involved drivers had exchanged necessary information at the scene and requested a case number for documentation purposes.
Duress Alarm
A duress alarm was triggered at the Creamery, with two panic buttons depressed simultaneously. One button was located behind the counter near the grill area, and the other was in the self-checkout lane. It was reported that the alarm at the self-checkout had been active for some time, raising concerns about its functionality. Security dispatch confirmed that both panic alarms had registered on their system. The building is new and IT will check into the problem.
Found Property
A cell phone was found in the parking lot by the Smith Field House. There was a driver license inside the phone case. The owner was located and the phone was returned.
Accident
A possible hit-and-run incident was reported in Parking Lot 45. Officers contacted the complainant by phone, who indicated she noticed minor damage to the front driver's side fender of her vehicle. Video footage from two angles was reviewed, but it did not show her vehicle being struck while parked in the lot. The complainant believes the damage may have occurred earlier at the Glenwood apartment complex, where she was parked earlier in the day. She plans to contact Glenwood Apartments and Provo police regarding the matter. The damage was minor and deemed non-reportable.
Medical
BYU EMS and BYU police were dispatched to WSC regarding a shoulder injury. The patient, who was participating in a jujitsu session, reported injuring their shoulder during the activity. BYU EMS provided treatment and, following protocol, released the patient to a roommate.
Welfare Check
A BYU police officer responded to the indoor Tennis Court building after a female student using the SafeWalk app failed to end her session upon arrival. The officer located the student, confirmed she was safe, and notified dispatch.
Accident
A BYU officer responded to Lot 48 regarding a hit and run incident. The vehicle owner reported parking their car on March 3rd at 6:50 PM and returning at 9:30 PM to find damage on the driver’s side. Despite checking available surveillance cameras, neither dispatch nor the officer could locate footage of the accident. An accident report was filed.
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A call was received at May Hall where officers and Provo Fire responded to a report of a sick individual. The patient, visiting from out of state, was there to give her sister a ride to class. She had been feeling unwell since the previous day and was found on the floor, feeling like she might pass out. Provo Fire assessed her condition and transported her to Utah Valley Hospital for further medical evaluation.
Medical
A three-year-old boy sustained a head injury after hitting the back of his head on a wall-mounted display case at the Smith Fieldhouse. There was bleeding from the injury, which had mostly ceased by the time emergency units arrived. The boy received treatment from BYU EMS on-site and was not transported to the hospital.
Accident
A police officer responded to the station to file a late report regarding a traffic accident. The complainant, a passenger in a vehicle driven by their spouse, reported that their vehicle was rear-ended earlier that morning. The involved drivers had exchanged necessary information at the scene and requested a case number for documentation purposes.
Duress Alarm
A duress alarm was triggered at the Creamery, with two panic buttons depressed simultaneously. One button was located behind the counter near the grill area, and the other was in the self-checkout lane. It was reported that the alarm at the self-checkout had been active for some time, raising concerns about its functionality. Security dispatch confirmed that both panic alarms had registered on their system. The building is new and IT will check into the problem.
Found Property
A cell phone was found in the parking lot by the Smith Field House. There was a driver license inside the phone case. The owner was located and the phone was returned.
Accident
A possible hit-and-run incident was reported in Parking Lot 45. Officers contacted the complainant by phone, who indicated she noticed minor damage to the front driver's side fender of her vehicle. Video footage from two angles was reviewed, but it did not show her vehicle being struck while parked in the lot. The complainant believes the damage may have occurred earlier at the Glenwood apartment complex, where she was parked earlier in the day. She plans to contact Glenwood Apartments and Provo police regarding the matter. The damage was minor and deemed non-reportable.
Medical
BYU EMS and BYU police were dispatched to WSC regarding a shoulder injury. The patient, who was participating in a jujitsu session, reported injuring their shoulder during the activity. BYU EMS provided treatment and, following protocol, released the patient to a roommate.
Welfare Check
A BYU police officer responded to the indoor Tennis Court building after a female student using the SafeWalk app failed to end her session upon arrival. The officer located the student, confirmed she was safe, and notified dispatch.
Accident
A BYU officer responded to Lot 48 regarding a hit and run incident. The vehicle owner reported parking their car on March 3rd at 6:50 PM and returning at 9:30 PM to find damage on the driver’s side. Despite checking available surveillance cameras, neither dispatch nor the officer could locate footage of the accident. An accident report was filed.
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Police Beat • 03/02/2026
Keep the Peace
BYU police responded to a disturbance near the day care area involving two parties following their divorce. A resolution was reached concerning the return of property. After speaking with both individuals, it was confirmed that the property had already been turned over to the BYU Police Department for collection by the respective party. No further assistance was needed.
Medical
A police officer responded to Wymount Terrace regarding a two-year-old child experiencing a high fever and seizures. Medical personnel arrived on scene, evaluated the child, and transported them to the hospital for further treatment.
Civil Problem
Police responded to a custody dispute between two parents regarding their child, who was enrolled in the daycare program at the JFSB. The parents are separated and have been advised to document any incidents related to their child's care. They are instructed to present this documentation to the court for any necessary clarifications or considerations in the custody proceedings.
Medical
Officers and Provo Fire responded to a medical emergency at the Y Trailhead. Medical personnel arrived prior to law enforcement and transported the patient to Utah Valley Hospital. EMS determined that law enforcement assistance was no longer needed before officers arrived on scene.
Lost Property
A male individual contacted the front desk to report the theft of his umbrella, which he had left near the Blue-Line Cafe in the Tanner Building. Upon returning to retrieve it, he discovered it was no longer there. He requested to review video footage in hopes of locating his missing umbrella.
Suspicious
Officers responded to the IT building following a delayed report of a male who had tailgated an employee entering the premises. The complainant did not recognize the individual who mentioned meeting a friend there. Concerned for security, the officers cleared the building and monitored security cameras. Dispatch tracked the male as he entered and exited the building shortly afterward.
Welfare Check
A concerned complainant requested a welfare check on a friend who had not been responding to phone calls and has a history of mental illness. Officers responded to the scene and located the friend at home. It was determined that the individual had been napping and was unaware of the phone calls, confirming their well-being.
Fire Alarm
Dispatch received a report of a fire alarm in building 3, at Heritage Halls. Upon arrival, it was determined that a resident had burned steak on a frying pan, causing smoke but no fire or damage. The alarm was reset at the request of the alarm technician, and the Housing Assistants assisted in clearing out the smoke.
Suspicious Person
BYU Officers responded to HR 12 regarding a 40-year-old male with a dog, who was knocking on windows and attempting to enter the building. The man was let inside after contact. Officers, after speaking with residents, believed the individual to be the husband of the resident assistant (RA) of the building. The officers then contacted the complainant, who responded to the RA’s apartment and positively identified the male. The RA explained that her husband had gone out to walk the dog and couldn’t get back into the building.
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BYU police responded to a disturbance near the day care area involving two parties following their divorce. A resolution was reached concerning the return of property. After speaking with both individuals, it was confirmed that the property had already been turned over to the BYU Police Department for collection by the respective party. No further assistance was needed.
Medical
A police officer responded to Wymount Terrace regarding a two-year-old child experiencing a high fever and seizures. Medical personnel arrived on scene, evaluated the child, and transported them to the hospital for further treatment.
Civil Problem
Police responded to a custody dispute between two parents regarding their child, who was enrolled in the daycare program at the JFSB. The parents are separated and have been advised to document any incidents related to their child's care. They are instructed to present this documentation to the court for any necessary clarifications or considerations in the custody proceedings.
Medical
Officers and Provo Fire responded to a medical emergency at the Y Trailhead. Medical personnel arrived prior to law enforcement and transported the patient to Utah Valley Hospital. EMS determined that law enforcement assistance was no longer needed before officers arrived on scene.
Lost Property
A male individual contacted the front desk to report the theft of his umbrella, which he had left near the Blue-Line Cafe in the Tanner Building. Upon returning to retrieve it, he discovered it was no longer there. He requested to review video footage in hopes of locating his missing umbrella.
Suspicious
Officers responded to the IT building following a delayed report of a male who had tailgated an employee entering the premises. The complainant did not recognize the individual who mentioned meeting a friend there. Concerned for security, the officers cleared the building and monitored security cameras. Dispatch tracked the male as he entered and exited the building shortly afterward.
Welfare Check
A concerned complainant requested a welfare check on a friend who had not been responding to phone calls and has a history of mental illness. Officers responded to the scene and located the friend at home. It was determined that the individual had been napping and was unaware of the phone calls, confirming their well-being.
Fire Alarm
Dispatch received a report of a fire alarm in building 3, at Heritage Halls. Upon arrival, it was determined that a resident had burned steak on a frying pan, causing smoke but no fire or damage. The alarm was reset at the request of the alarm technician, and the Housing Assistants assisted in clearing out the smoke.
Suspicious Person
BYU Officers responded to HR 12 regarding a 40-year-old male with a dog, who was knocking on windows and attempting to enter the building. The man was let inside after contact. Officers, after speaking with residents, believed the individual to be the husband of the resident assistant (RA) of the building. The officers then contacted the complainant, who responded to the RA’s apartment and positively identified the male. The RA explained that her husband had gone out to walk the dog and couldn’t get back into the building.
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