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Police Beat • 06/01/2026

Medical
BYU police and EMS responded to the Life Sciences Building for a report of a student who had fainted during an anatomy class. Provo emergency personnel were initially dispatched but canceled after the student declined medical transport. The student was evaluated on scene by BYU EMS and, after being cleared, returned to class.

Abandonded 911 Call
BYU Police responded to the Smith Field House area for an abandoned 911 call made from a cellphone. Before officers arrived, dispatch contacted the caller, who confirmed the call was accidental.

Animal Problem
Dispatch received a report of a golden retriever barking at individuals outside Heritage 9. Officers located the dog, which would not allow anyone to approach and subsequently ran across 900 East into a nearby neighborhood. The dog was later reunited with its owner, who had been searching for it.


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Police Beat • 05/31/2026

Welfare Check
BYU Police responded to Lot 46 on West Campus to conduct a welfare check after a passerby reported a male aggressively knocking on and pounding a parked vehicle’s windows, attempting to gain access. The complainant noted the windows were heavily tinted, preventing visibility inside the car. Upon arrival, officers found the vehicle had already left the area and conducted additional patrols nearby.

Trespassing
Officers responded to a report of three juveniles riding scooters inside the East Campus Building. The juveniles were located on the east side after leaving the building, where they explained they were visiting their grandmother nearby. They admitted to entering through an open north-side door and accessing the Creamery store area but did not steal anything. A small bag of chips was taken from an unknown cabinet and consumed. The juveniles were released to their parents. The building was inspected, revealing three unsecured exterior doors, which were later secured.

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Police Beat • 05/30/2026

Lockout
Officers assisted an individual who had been locked out of their apartment complex. After confirming their identity, the door was opened, and they were allowed back inside.

Duress Alarm
An alarm was reported in the Wilkinson Student Center. Officers checked the office and the nearby rooms. No one was present, and nothing appeared suspicious or out of place.

Duress Alarm (Second activation)
The same alarm was activated again in the same room at the Wilkinson Student Center. Officers returned, checked the area once more, and again found no one inside and no signs of any issues.

Trauma
A group was playing basketball at the field house when one person dislocated his shoulder. Paramedics treated him at the scene, and he chose not to go to the hospital.

Medical
Two tenants living in campus housing had been feeling unwell and were concerned it might be carbon monoxide causing their sickness. An alarm had not been triggered, but the tenants requested that the air be tested. Fire crews checked the air, which showed no carbon monoxide readings inside the apartment. The tenants declined further medical evaluation.

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Police Beat • 05/29/2026

Fire Alarm – Bean Museum
Officers responded to a fire alarm report, conducted a thorough inspection of the building, and found no signs of fire or smoke. The alarm was acknowledged and silenced without incident.

Duress Alarm
A duress alarm was triggered at the Music Building ticket office in Room 2019. Officers responded promptly and discovered that an individual had pressed the alarm button unintentionally, unaware of its function. The alarm was determined to be false, and no further action was required.

Welfare Check – Possible Disorderly Conduct
A report was received about a suspicious male acting strangely and yelling near the west side of the Marriott Center. The individual was described as a white male wearing either a white or dark t-shirt and dark jeans. The area was thoroughly checked, but the subject was not found, and no further issues were reported.

Medical Assist
BYU officers responded to the Joseph Smith Building courtyard after an FSY participant passed out. They found her awake and talking with medical staff, who learned she has Crohn's disease and that passing out is not unusual for her. After a brief assessment, medical personnel released her to her FSY counselor.

Accident
A vehicle traveling through Lot 4 west of the Crabtree Building attempted to park but misjudged the space, causing its right front corner to strike the left rear corner of an unoccupied, legally parked vehicle. The driver of the first vehicle reported the collision to BYU Police, who arrived on scene to assess the situation. An accident report was filed.

Criminal Mischief – Vandalism Vending Machine
BYU Police responded to a vandalism report inside Merrill Hall at Helaman Halls. A BYU employee discovered that someone had jammed a door, causing damage to a vending machine and allowing the theft of multiple bottles of soda. No suspects have been identified at this time.

Fire Alarm
BYU Police responded to the JKB for a fire alarm. Officers searched the area, but found no flames or smoke anywhere in the building. BYU technicians were notified and advised that they were aware of the alarm and advised it was faulty and needed repair.

Robbery Alarm
BYU Police responded to a duress alarm at the CONE. Upon arrival, they confirmed no emergency was in progress, and inspection of the alarm buttons showed none had been pressed. This information has been relayed to dispatch for potential repairs or replacement of the alarm sensor.

Theft
A Phantomgogo brand scooter was stolen while parked at the bike racks at Miller Park. No suspects or additional details are available at this time.

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Police Beat • 05/28/2026

Alarm – SFH
Officer responded to a door alarm at the Smith Field House, specifically at the track door 28. After inspecting all nearby doors and verifying that none were open, the officer tested the doors by pushing on them. Dispatch later confirmed that repeatedly opening and closing the doors reset the alarm.

Information – Possible Disorderly Conduct
The BYU Police Department responded to a report questioning whether the phrase "Be proud of your white heritage" written on a whiteboard constituted hate speech. Officers spoke with the complainant at the JRCB and found no clear criminal act without further context about intent, target, or setting. It was later revealed that the statement was old, having been there since the previous week when a similar incident occurred, and had not been erased along with other comments.

Theft
A bicycle was reported stolen from the bike racks at the Taylor Building. There are no surveillance cameras covering the area, and no suspect information is available.

Juvenile Problem
A BYU Police incident report was initiated after an FSY counselor reported that a young male participant touched her thigh during the “For the Strength of Youth Conference.” The female counselor stated she did not feel threatened and chose not to pursue criminal action. This case is being documented for informational purposes only.

Medical Assist
A 15-year-old with a history of Crohn's disease was evaluated by Officer and Provo Fire after reporting back pain. Having been seen earlier this week by a Provo medic familiar with the patient, the responders assessed his vital signs as normal. After updating the mother, they decided not to transport him. Instead, the officer provided a ride for the juvenile and two adult counselors back to their dorm for the night.

Theft
A late report has been received regarding a scooter theft from the bike rack at Heritage 5. No suspect information is available at this time. The case remains under investigation.

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Police Beat • 05/27/2026

Property Damage
A BYU officer was dispatched to Parking Lot 52 after a tree fell overnight and landed on three vehicles. The officer contacted Grounds personnel, who responded to the scene and removed the tree from the damaged cars. The officer then notified each vehicle owner and provided them with a case number. Risk Management was also contacted regarding the incident.

Drugs
A delayed report was received regarding a suspicious odor detected the previous night at a Heritage dorm. The officer initially contacted FSY staff by phone, who advised that they had smelled what they believed to be a controlled substance in a dorm area the night before. Officers subsequently contacted staff and an FSY attendee to investigate the matter. The case is currently under investigation.

Welfare Check
Officers responded to HR #9 to perform a welfare check on a girl who appeared unresponsive or dazed. Upon arrival, no individuals matching the description were in the area. The officers conducted a thorough search inside Building 9 and patrolled the perimeter. Dispatch reviewed nearby surveillance cameras but did not identify anyone matching the description. The officer remained in the area for approximately one hour after clearing the call.

Welfare Check
A welfare check was requested for a juvenile male attending FSY after he reportedly sent concerning texts to a friend regarding his mental health. Officers located the subject on campus and confirmed he was in a stable mental state. The subject was then released to FSY staff, who later released him to a family member.

Carbon Monoxide Alarm
An officer was dispatched to Wymount Terrace in response to a possible Carbon Monoxide alarm. Upon arrival, the officer discovered an outdated alarm in the apartment emitting a malfunction alert. The officer noted that BYU Housing had previously been informed that these old units were to have been removed. The relevant authorities at BYU Housing were subsequently notified of the alarm.

Disturbance
A complaint was received regarding a group of individuals riding bicycles through the first floor of the JFSB. Officers located the group on South Campus Drive. The group was identified as a youth activity from a nearby ward. The leaders were contacted, and the group was asked to leave campus.

Traffic Stop
Officer observed a vehicle traveling northbound on University Ave from Cougar Blvd with a defective taillight and mismatched rear and front plates. The vehicle was stopped, and it was found that the front plate belonged to the previous owner. The driver admitted to not having insurance for the past month and disclosed that he had an active arrest warrant out of Provo. The officer issued a citation for no insurance, issued a warning regarding the taillight and the warrant.

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Police Beat • 05/26/2026

Criminal Mischief
Officers responded to a report of criminal mischief at the JRCB, where writings expressing opinions on immigration and current national issues were found on whiteboards. Custodians initially noticed the messages, but by the time officers arrived, the writings had been erased. Employees provided photos and a video documenting the incident, which were added to the case file. No suspects or cameras in the area have been identified.

Civil Problem
A law enforcement officer responded to the WSC regarding a civil issue involving a student and the ID Center. The student was asked to leave and inquired about the reason. The officer met with both parties, arranged a temporary resolution, and submitted a ticket to OIT for a long-term solution.

Laundry Theft
A police officer responded to a report of a possible laundry theft. After reviewing surveillance footage, the officer identified the suspect, whom the complainant recognized. The complainant confirmed she recovered her laundry and clarified that the incident was a case of mistaken identity.

Accident
An officer responded to Lot 20 after a vehicle reportedly hit a parking lot sign. The driver explained that he pulled through his parking space and turned too quickly, hitting the sign with the passenger door. No injuries were reported, and the damage was minimal—the sign broke at its base, and the vehicle sustained minor damage.

Theft
Officers responded to a theft report at the Wilkinson Student Center, where an unknown suspect stole a driver’s license, credit cards, and cash from a backpack left in a bathroom stall. The victim returned to find the items missing. Possible suspects were identified and interviewed. The case is under investigation.

Medical
An officer responded near the WSC to assist an FSY attendee feeling unwell. Provo paramedics evaluated her and advised her to visit urgent care, but her mother declined transportation. The attendee was ultimately left in the care of FSY staff.

Traffic Offense
A campus police officer responded to a delayed traffic report involving a motorcycle driving on campus sidewalks. BYU Security observed the motorcycle entering campus and noted that the rider appeared to be taking graduation pictures with it. Using License Plate Recognition (LPR), security identified the motorcycle's registered owner. The officer left a message for the owner to return the call for further investigation.

Theft
A student reported that their scooter was taken from the Heritage 5 bike rack sometime on Saturday night. The scooter was not secured to the rack. Security video will be reviewed for follow-up.

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Police Beat • 05/24/2026 - 05/25/2026

Juvenile Problem
BYU Police responded to the Cannon Center after a reporting party witnessed juveniles entering the tunnels via an unsecured grate. The reporting party asked them to leave, and the group complied. When the officer arrived, none of the juveniles were still in the area and the reporting party had already secured the grate.

Criminal Mischief
A complainant reported suspicious activity of someone hitting golf balls into the vehicle parking area near Heritage Halls on BYU campus. An officer responded and conducted a thorough search of the area but found no signs of any concern.

Carbon Monoxide Alarm
A private carbon monoxide alarm was triggered at a residence on campus. Provo EMS was dispatched and responded promptly, followed shortly by BYU Police. Upon arrival, they determined the residence appeared safe, with no harmful effects observed. Provo Fire's device analysis showed zero CO levels. EMS and Police cleared the scene without further action.

Trespassing
A group of males was observed playing soccer on the RB field and was asked to leave, which they did. Shortly afterward, three different males were seen on the same field and were likewise asked by officers to clear the area.

Medical
Officers responded to a report of a juvenile FSY participant who was unconscious. The juvenile has a medical condition that explains their reaction. Provo EMTs evaluated the individual but did not transport them. FSY medical staff notified the juvenile's parents of the incident.

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Police Beat • 05/22/2026 - 05/23/2026

Information
A BYU employee reported receiving a suspicious phone call believed to be a scam. Recognizing the potential threat, she told the caller she would return the call later, then disconnected the call without attempting to contact the caller again. The BYU Police Department is investigating the incident.

Robbery Alarm
BYU Police Officers responded to a robbery alarm at the Creamery on Ninth. However, upon reviewing security footage and speaking with an employee, they determined the alarm was likely triggered accidentally, with no signs of any issues inside the store. The officers later checked the premises and reset the alarm, confirming the situation was safe.

Carbon Monoxide Alarm
Officers and Provo Fire responded to a CO alarm at a housing unit. They discovered a stove burner that was left on but not lit. The only tenant present had been home for about 30 minutes and used the stove. Firefighters vented the residence, reducing the gas levels from 42 to zero, and the alarm was silenced and reset. However, the alarm panel still indicated an issue, and housing maintenance was en route to address the problem.

Welfare Check
A concerned parent requested a welfare check on their adult child, as they had not heard from them but had no specific concerns. The officer located the individual, who confirmed their phone had died and was not charging before they fell asleep. The adult child then contacted their parents, resolving the situation.

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Police Beat • 05/21/2026

Information
During multiple graduation events on campus, several lifted trucks exited the 48Y parking lot onto University Parkway by driving over the curb and onto the sidewalk. The complainant submitted an email to BYU PD, including a photo of one truck reporting the reckless behavior. A check of the area revealed no damage to landscaping or university grounds. An officer will try to contact the drivers.

Fraud
BYU Police were alerted after an unknown suspect cloned the department's phone number and used it to contact multiple individuals. The scammer falsely claimed there was a warrant and attempted to obtain bank account information. Fortunately, the targeted individuals recognized the suspicious activity and did not share any personal details, instead reporting the calls to dispatch. The investigation into this incident is ongoing.

Fire Alarm
Officers responded to a report of a fire alarm at the Motion Pictures Studio, Ranch and School house. Upon inspection, the building showed no signs of fire. The alarm technician requested the officers to silence and reset the alarm system, which they did. A fire technician will follow up on the alarm.

Lock out – Citizen Assist
A citizen assist was reported after an individual was found locked in a parking lot used for construction equipment. The individual had parked in the area when the gate was open; when they returned, the gate was locked. The individual was able to drive out after an officer opened the gate and warned them about the ongoing construction. This incident was due to parking issues with the high school graduations.

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Police Beat • 05/20/2026

Accident
A vehicle owner reported a hit-and-run incident via phone after discovering damage to their truck, which was parked in Lot 49 during the High School State Baseball Tournament. The damage was noticed this morning after the owner had parked the truck there the previous evening and returned home. No note was left at the scene, and no suspects have been identified. The officer is currently reviewing security camera footage to gather more information.

Accident
A BYU officer responded to a property damage accident at Lot 5. The officer photographed the scene, completed an accident report, and facilitated the exchange of information between the driver and the vehicle owner.

Accident
A police officer responded to Lot 49 after a minor traffic incident occurred. A Tesla driver was waiting in a parking stall for another Tesla to back out when the backing vehicle bumped into the waiting car, causing minor damage to both. The drivers exchanged information and left the scene. The incident was documented with collected information and a non-reported accident report filed.

Accident
Officers responded to a non-reportable property damage accident in Lot 5, where Vehicle 1 struck a parked vehicle. The parked vehicle, with license plate 26BY01147, had previously been hit in the same spot. The owner reported no new damage, and only minor damage was noted on Vehicle 1. Photos were taken and added to the case file.

Medical
During a FSY staff activity, an officer responded to an incident involving a dislocated knee. The injured staff member was transported to the hospital by a fellow staff member's personal vehicle.

Noise Complaint
An officer responded to a noise complaint in the grass area between the Maeser Building and the Testing Center, where a group affiliated with FSY was making loud noise near the Testing Center, potentially causing an interruption. Upon arrival, the officer spoke with the event organizer, who acknowledged the complaint and agreed to reduce the music volume.

Medical
An officer responded to the southeast corner of the JFSB after an FSY staff member hit their head on the concrete while attempting a backflip. Provo Fire arrived on scene, assessed the individual, and determined that transport was not necessary.

Found Property
Officers responded to the Y Trailhead after a vehicle owner reported missing keys. The keys were found at the scene, and the owner was located upon returning to the parking lot. They were then reunited with their keys.

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Police Beat • 05/19/2026

Accident
A police officer responded to a delayed hit-and-run incident. Upon investigation, video evidence confirmed that no other vehicles were involved. The officer inspected the damaged pole, which was in good condition aside from tire tread transfer. A report was filed to assist the complainant with their insurance claim.

Accident
An officer responded to Lot 37 following a minor traffic incident where a driver pulling into a parking stall side-swiped the rear corner of a parked vehicle. After assessing the minor damage to both vehicles, the officer gathered information and filed a non-reportable traffic accident report.

Information
A woman reported feeling uncomfortable with a male friend and coworker who is pursuing a romantic relationship she does not want. She did not indicate any criminal behavior but sought guidance on how to handle the situation. The officer spoke with the man, explained the woman's concerns, and requested that he refrain from further contact.

Found Property
An officer responded to the Harold B Lee Library after security located a lost wallet. The owner was contacted, and the wallet was successfully returned.

Found Property
A BYU officer met with a complainant who reported receiving multiple items of found property while working at the Taylor Building on campus. The items, turned in by teenagers, included currency, a financial transaction card, a Utah Driver License, and other miscellaneous belongings. The owner has not been located or contacted and is believed to be transient in the Provo/Orem area. The property has been secured and booked into the BYU Police Property Department.

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Police Beat • 05/18/2026

Accident
A BYU officer responded to lot 37 on a Property Damage Accident. Officer met with both individuals and they both exchanged information. An accident report was filed.

Lost Property
A police officer took a phone report last week regarding the theft of AirPods at the Utah State High School track meet. A participant reported that their AirPods were stolen from a bag inside a tent on Thursday afternoon. The officer collected information and filed a report.

Robbery Alarm
An officer responded to a robbery alarm at the Bean Museum gift shop. Upon arrival, they found several employees working in the area who reported no issues and confirmed they had not pressed the alarm button. The officer inspected the alarm systems in the gift shop and information desk, both functioning properly. The cause of the alarm remains unknown.

Theft
BYU Grounds reported that a BYU Kubota Side by Side was stolen from in front of their grounds shed at Wyview Park sometime over the weekend. No suspects are identified at this time. It was later recovered by officers at a location off campus.

Duress Alarm
Police responded to the MTC following a delayed report of a panic alarm activation, which occurred an hour prior. Despite multiple resets, the system did not show it was cleared. Dispatch requested a work order for the alarm.

Citizen Contact
The complainant reported to dispatch that his vehicle may have been hit while parked in Lot 25 on BYU campus between 1930 and 2200 hours. An officer located the vehicle as it entered the lot and reviewed nearby surveillance footage, which confirmed the small dent on the rear was present upon arrival. The complainant was informed of the findings and began investigating his prior movements.

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Police Beat • 05/16/2026 - 05/17/2026

Alarm
A door held-open alarm was reported, but upon arrival, dispatch confirmed the door had been shut by staff, and the alarm had stopped. Staff was in the building cleaning at the time.

Flood Alarm
A police officer responded to a water flow alarm in a housing unit. Dispatch notified housing and maintenance, who arrived to investigate. After checking the area, no water flow was observed.

Carbon Monoxide Alarm
A student returning to his apartment at Wymount discovered his CO meter was beeping. Dispatch sent Provo Fire and a BYU maintenance worker to ensure the apartment's safety. The fire department found no signs of carbon monoxide or other gases, and it was determined that the beeping was caused by a low battery in the sensor.

Overdose
BYU Police and Provo EMS responded to Helaman Halls for a female who had possibly overdosed. The female was incoherent upon officer arrival, and was believed to have taken multiple types of pills. She was transported to the hospital by Provo Fire/EMS via ambulance.

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Police Beat • 05/14/2026 - 05/15/2026

Accident
An officer was dispatched to an accident in lot 45. Two vehicles collided in the intersection near the middle of the lot. Surveillance captured the incident. An accident report was filed and both vehicles were towed.

Accident
Non reportable accident between a moving and a parked car. Both vehicle owners exchanged information.

Duress Alarm
The BYU Police Department responded to a duress alarm at the West Campus office building, originating from room 189 at the South Reception desk. Upon arrival, officers spoke with staff members from the new medical school moving into the area. With their assistance, they located the red emergency button that triggered the alarm, which the staff were previously unaware of. The officers provided education about the purpose of the button and advised the staff to inform their team to prevent accidental activations in the future.

Suspicious Person
Police officers responded to the SFH after reports of a suspicious male making students uncomfortable. They located the individual near the ESC and, recognizing him from a previous interaction, questioned his behavior. Following the building security sergeant's request, the officers issued the male a 10-day campus ban. The male acknowledged and understood the restriction.

Citizen Contact
Offices responded to assist Security Sergeant, who was managing several individuals on BYU property at the 800 N 200 E steps. The individuals were asked to leave but were uncooperative. The officers arrived and successfully reached a resolution, ensuring they departed the property.

Fire – Gas Smell
A resident of an apartment at Riviera reported a suspected natural gas odor. Provo Fire Department inspected the unit but detected no gas, and the smell had dissipated. The residents were permitted to re-enter, and the RA was notified of the situation.

Carbon Monoxide Alarm
A CO alarm was triggered after tenants used the oven. Officers and Provo Fire responded to the scene, measuring the carbon monoxide level at 38. After ventilating for a few minutes, the level dropped to 30, and the alarm was silenced per Provo Fire's instructions. Maintenance arrived shortly afterward to review the situation.

Welfare Check
A homeless male had a medical complaint after he was confronted by the complainant and police for possibly trespassing. He was then transported by Prove Fire Department to the hospital. It appeared he had been living near the Taylor building for about a day.

Medical – Skateboard
A male subject was riding his longboard on the sidewalk between buildings 5 and 6 when he admitted he was going too fast and lost control while attempting a turn. He sustained a head injury and suffered road rash on multiple areas of his body. He was evaluated by BYU medical staff and declined transport to the hospital. His wife responded to the scene and escorted him to a medical clinic for further treatment.

Welfare Check
A police officer responded to the UPC area after a female, verbally aggressive and asking religious questions about the bible, caused the complainant to feel uneasy. Officers searched the area for the individual, who had already left the scene and possibly boarded the UVX Bus.

Theft
An unidentified female stole a bag and lunch box from the MOA. Video surveillance showed the female get into a rental vehicle and leave the scene. The case was referred to investigations.

Theft
A blue and black electric bicycle was stolen from the bike racks at Heritage Halls, located between buildings 4 and 5. The theft occurred sometime between 8:00 PM on May 14, 2026, and 5:00 PM on May 15, 2026. The owner provided only a general description of the bike’s style and color. Officers are currently reviewing video surveillance footage to investigate the incident.

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Police Beat • 05/13/2026

Information Report
A report was received regarding a potential fraud case involving an out-of-state rental contract. The officer contacted the caller by phone to document the incident. Based on the current investigation, no criminal activity has been identified, and a valid contract is in place that has not yet been fulfilled. The case has been classified as informational, pending any further developments.

Welfare Check
An officer responded to the Wilkinson Center for a welfare check based on a third-party report of a person exhibiting unusual behavior and possible mental health issues. The caller described the individual as having red hair, wearing jeans, and carrying a black backpack, walking toward the Reflection Room. After checking the area, officers were unable to locate the person on-site. Dispatch later confirmed via security cameras that the individual had exited the building on the east side several minutes prior to their arrival. A security footage photo suggests the person appeared more like a student than a transient male.

Citizen Contact
An officer responded to Lot 22 following a report of a possible hit-and-run. The vehicle owner reported slight damage to the front left bumper and light, suspecting it may have occurred while parked a week earlier, on Monday or Tuesday. Security camera footage confirmed the car was parked in the lot but showed no evidence of being struck by another vehicle.

Fire Alarm
An officer responded to a fire alarm at Wymount Laundry Building 4 and discovered that a recent salt truck delivery had dispersed salt dust into the air, triggering the alarm. There was no fire or flames. The officer silenced the alarm, and an electrician will reset the system.

Robbery Alarm
An officer was dispatched to the CONE in response to a robbery alarm. Upon arrival, they checked the video cameras, which showed everything was normal. The officer inspected all the alarms, which had not been activated, and determined that the alarm was caused by a malfunction. There was no need for reset or further action.

Traffic Stop
A police officer conducted a records check on a vehicle and discovered that the registered owner had a suspended skeleton driver's license and had never obtained a Utah driver's license. Upon stopping the vehicle, the officer identified the driver as the owner, who admitted to living in Utah for over two years without getting a Utah license. The officer issued citations for both violations and impounded the vehicle, which was towed by Don Shelley Towing after the impound paperwork was completed. The driver was served the citations and impound form, answered the officer's questions, and was later released.

Alarm – CO Smoke
A BYU officer responded to a smoke/CO alarm at Wymount Terrace. Upon arrival, residents reported the alarm was beeping. BYU Housing arrived, confirmed the alarm was old and was supposed to be removed. It was later replaced by the technician.

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Police Beat • 05/12/2026

Trespassing
A delayed report has been filed regarding an unauthorized individual found at the JRCB, likely on Friday, 05/08/2026. The incident was reported following an email exchange with security services. The suspect is identified as a former law student. The case is currently under investigation.

Animal Problem
An officer responded to Lot 49 after a concerned individual reported a dog inside a parked truck with no one around. Upon checking, the officer found the dog to be calm and not in distress, with both windows rolled down about a third of the way. Dispatch was unable to reach the truck's owner. A few minutes later, the officer returned to find the truck had left the scene.

Alarm – Carbon Monoxide
An officer and Provo Fire responded to a carbon monoxide alarm at Wymount Terrace. Firefighters detected elevated CO levels inside the apartment, prompting the Wymount Terrace manager to request housing maintenance to inspect the water heater, which showed the highest CO levels. Provo Fire advised that the water heater be repaired or replaced, and BYU fire technicians were notified of the situation.

Welfare Check
Officers responded to the Heritage Halls Central Building after a report of a male walking around and talking incoherently. The complainant requested a welfare check. Upon arrival, officers observed the individual displaying signs of mental illness. The male declined police assistance and stated he intended to leave campus.

Unconscious
Officers responded to a report of an unconscious female at the Richards Building North Soccer Field. Upon arrival, the female had regained consciousness and was talking with paramedics, who had just arrived. Her friends, who called 911, stated she has a heart condition that can cause loss of consciousness. Provo Fire contacted her father and advised that she be transported by ambulance; however, she refused ambulance transport. Instead, she was taken by her friend, with Provo Fire following to the hospital in case of a medical emergency. She was assessed on scene for over 30 minutes, during which her elevated heart rate remained unchanged.

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Police Beat • 05/11/2026

Forced Door Alarm
An officer was dispatched to a door forced open alarm at the Student Athlete Building, door 150. Upon arrival, officers confirmed all doors were secure and conducted a thorough walk-through of the building, finding nothing out of place. The available surveillance cameras did not reveal any suspicious activity.

Accident
Officers responded to a traffic accident at the Harman Building involving a BYU employee. The employee, driving a BYU-owned vehicle, struck an unoccupied BYU vehicle while leaving the loading dock. There was no damage to the moving vehicle and minor damage to the parked vehicle's mirror.

Alarm – Carbon Monoxide
An officer responded to a CO alarm in an apartment and found Provo Fire on scene, confirming elevated CO levels in the rear bedroom, living room, and water heater closet. BYU Housing was en route to assist. Upon arrival, housing personnel inspected the apartment and identified a window-mounted AC unit as the source of the issue. The tenant was allowed to re-enter the residence and was advised to leave a window cracked to ensure proper ventilation.

Suspicious
A police officer responded to a report of a suspicious male seen rummaging through a construction dumpster. The caller expressed concern for their safety. Upon arrival, the officer was unable to locate anyone matching the description. After reviewing security camera footage, the officer discovered that the call had been made with an hour delay, and no ongoing incident was observed.

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