Police Beat

Information
A police officer received a Child Abuse and Neglect report from the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS). The officer contacted the DCFS case worker, who stated that no assistance was needed at this time. The case was related to a prior family issue involving the same family on campus.

Medical
At the women's conference, a woman fell outside the Tanner Building, injuring her side and knee. Provo ambulance staff examined her on the scene and decided she did not need to be hospitalized. Despite her injuries, she worked with event staff to continue attending the next lecture.

Accident
A vehicle was hit while it was parked on 150 East by the tennis courts. The other vehicle did not stop and the other driver and vehicle are unknown.

Alarm
The office responded to a report of a beam alarm in the maintenance tunnels. Upon inspection, the area was checked thoroughly, and everything appeared to be normal and secure.

Accident – Hit and Run
A vehicle was observed backing into another car while leaving a parking aisle. The offending vehicle then fled the scene. A witness obtained the license plate, and the driver was later contacted. Information was exchanged between parties.

Women’s Conference
Several campus officers were assigned to oversee the Women’s Conference at the university. Additionally, church security and police were stationed at the Marriott Center to provide security for a visiting apostle.

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Suspicious Person
The BYU Police Department responded to a report of an individual carrying a knife on 800 North, who had just entered the LSB. Using surveillance cameras, dispatch guided officers to the person's last known location. Upon locating the individual, officers discovered he was a BYU student involved in dissecting a bear's head in one of the LSB labs.

Accident – Hit and Run
A complainant reported that her rental car was hit overnight. She parked the vehicle in Lot 45 around 5:30 PM on April 29, 2026, and returned at 9:30 PM to find damage on the passenger side. No suspect information is available at this time.

Accident – Hit and Run
A BYU security officer noticed a vehicle in the parking lot that appeared to have been recently hit. The officer contacted BYU police, who responded to assess the damage. After documenting the incident and speaking with the vehicle owner by phone, it was confirmed that the vehicle was undamaged prior to parking. Camera footage captured the collision and tracked the offending vehicle, capturing its license plate number. The vehicle owner was subsequently contacted, and all relevant information was gathered to assist the victim.

Duress Alarm
A security officer was dispatched to the Data Center in response to a duress alarm. Upon arrival, the officer reviewed camera footage and found no signs of distress or any issues, confirming that everything appeared normal and the alarm button had not been pressed. The officer informed security that the alarm was malfunctioning.

Accident
A minor accident occurred in Lot 20 on the BYU Campus involving a BYU van and a Tesla Model 3. The van pulled into a parking space and collided with the rear of the Tesla. Both drivers exchanged contact information and documented the scene with photos.

Medical
A woman was reported to have fallen and been injured on the sidewalk near the Fine Arts Building. BYUEMS and Provo Paramedics responded to the scene, evaluated her, and learned from her friends that she would be taken to a nearby instacare. Officers provided a ride for the woman to ensure she received further medical attention.

Robbery Alarm
A silence alarm was triggered at the Cone. Officers responded but found no issues, and employees were unaware of who had activated the alarm. The alarm was successfully reset.

Citizen Contact
The complainant believed she parked her green Kia Telluride with Utah plate 3GXF2 in Lot 45 this morning for the Women's conference. Upon returning, she was unable to locate her vehicle. Officers searched Lot 45 and nearby areas but could not find it. The vehicle was eventually located at 3:00 pm the following day in Lot 44, parked on the grass.

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Sick Person
BYU Police and EMS responded to a report of a 50-year-old woman feeling faint in the Wilkinson Student Center. EMS treated her on-site, and she improved after their assessment. She declined hospital transport and decided to stay with a friend.

Accident
BYU Police responded to a minor parking lot accident at the Broadcast Building, where a parked car had been hit. The at-fault driver left a note with contact details, but the complainant requested police documentation for safety.

Citizen Contact
A BYU professor received three emails and three handwritten letters from an individual in Pennsylvania. Although the messages contain no threats, the professor has not responded and has blocked the contact. The complainant expressed concern about the frequent communication and wants to ensure that the person is not a threat.

Fraud
BYU Police responded to a report of fraud involving a student's Cougar Cash account. The complainant noticed an unrecognized charge at the MTC, a location he has never visited. Support staff suggested it was likely a malfunction rather than criminal activity, but advised him to file a police report. The police contacted the complainant by phone to document the incident.

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Lost Property
Officers responded to the Tennis Court Building regarding a stolen scooter. The owner, a tennis player, had left the scooter while working out and was driven back to their car without retrieving it. When they returned today, the scooter was missing. Surveillance footage revealed that custodial staff had taken the scooter and stored it in the custodial office within the Field House. The officers were able to locate the scooter and return it to its owner.

Found Property
An officer responded to the Smith Fieldhouse after an employee reported finding and turning in a lost wallet to the lost and found. Contact was made with the wallet's owner, who stated he would come to the JKB office the following morning to retrieve it.

Family Problem
Officers responded to a report of a possible family problem at Wymount Terrace. Upon arrival, they found a calm scene and separated the husband and wife. After investigating, officers determined that no criminal activity had occurred. It was also found that the husband had harmed himself, and he was transported to the hospital for an involuntary mental health evaluation. The chief of police and victim's advocate were notified of the incident.

Lockout
A BYU officer responded to the Ellsworth Building to assist an individual who was locked inside the west gate and unable to exit. However, the individual was able to leave the area prior to the officer's arrival.

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Medical
A pediatric patient experienced a mild allergic reaction about one hour after peanut exposure. When emergency responders from Provo Fire arrived at Wyview, the child was alert, crying, and itchy but showed no signs of respiratory distress or airway involvement. The parents were advised to give Benadryl and to give the child an oatmeal bath. They were also instructed to monitor the child closely and seek immediate medical care if symptoms worsened or breathing difficulties occurred.

Accident
A two-car non-injury accident occurred in Lot 3 East of the Fine Arts Building. An officer responded to the scene, contacted the drivers involved, and observed minimal damage to both vehicles. The drivers were instructed to complete the Risk Management packet in their vehicles, notify their supervisors, and drive safely. No visible damage was found on Vehicle 1, while Vehicle 2 exhibited only minimal superficial cosmetic damage.

Traffic Offense
A police officer responded to the Y Mountain Trailhead after observing two individuals riding e-bikes up the Y trail. The officer waited for their return and later contacted them at the trail gate. The two men, aged 61 and 74, were identified and issued a warning that mountain bikes and other motorized vehicles are prohibited on the trail. Both riders cooperated and assured the officer they would not do it again. The incident was documented accordingly.

Suspicious
An officer responded to the WSC following reports of a suspicious female approaching students and making concerning remarks. While students confirmed the statements were not threatening, they expressed concern about her presence. Officers located the woman and observed several unusual behaviors. After being warned that she could not interfere with students on campus, the woman chose to leave the premises.

Found Property
A security guard at MTC reported finding a wallet. An officer responded promptly, took possession of the wallet, and conducted a follow-up to locate the owner. Using a phone number found in the wallet, contact was made, and the owner was able to meet shortly afterward at the JKB, where the wallet was successfully returned to him.

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Noise Complaint
A police officer responded to a noise complaint and contacted individuals unloading sod from a semi-truck. They were working on the intramural field, unloading the sod for workers who would use it the following morning. They told officers they would quit for the night.

Citizen Contact
A complainant was sitting on a bench outside with his girlfriend when he was unexpectedly hit in the eye by a water balloon thrown by unknown male subjects, who then fled the scene. The complainant experienced pain but was advised that no injury was apparent. He did not wish to pursue charges and simply wanted the police to be informed and to increase patrols in the area tonight.

Fire Alarm
Police responded to the ELLB for a fire alarm. Upon arrival, the officer found the alarm sounding but detected no flames, smoke, or other signs of a fire. The alarm was silenced, and a BYU fire technician was notified for further inspection.

Accident
A minor accident occurred in lot 39 when a vehicle backing out of a parking space collided with an unoccupied parked car. A report was filed, and responsible individuals for both vehicles were contacted. Digital photos of the scene were also taken.

Duck Rescue
A report was received about baby ducklings trapped in a storm drain. The mother duck was aggressive and had to be restrained in the complainant's hoodie. With help from a grounds crew member, the drain cover was removed, and the 13 ducklings were safely scooped up with a pool net. The mother and her ducklings were then transported to a nearby duck pond, where they were released unharmed.

Robbery Alarm
Officers responded to the CONE following a panic alarm activation. It was determined that an employee accidentally triggered the alarm by pressing the button unintentionally. The alarm was reset, and no emergency was found.

Suspicious
A Wymount tenant reported seeing a female walking along the roadway and placing signs in the area. Upon investigation, it was confirmed that the woman was a BYU employee installing parking signs for an upcoming event, and nothing suspicious was occurring.

Alarms
Police officers responded to four building alarms to assist the security department, ensuring the safety and security of the premises.

Accident
A person parked their car in lot 34 and went to dine at Brick Oven. Upon returning, they found a note on their windshield reporting that an unidentified vehicle had hit their car and fled the scene. A witness provided a license plate number, and police are actively investigating to identify and locate the responsible driver.

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Lost Property
A complainant reported losing her brown leather Coach wallet on BYU campus. She was in the testing center from approximately 8:00 to 11:00 a.m. and in Kimball Tower's first floor from about 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. During this time, she believes she left her wallet in an unknown location.

Accident
Officers responded to a single-vehicle accident at the south end of Brigham Square, between the library and Wilkinson Center. A 96-year-old woman, who had become lost, drove onto campus from the Fine Arts parking lot and onto campus sidewalks. She then collided with a railing as she was about to drive down the stairs, but bystanders intervened to prevent her from driving further.

Duress Alarm
Officer dispatched to former president's home on BYU campus in response to duress alarm at reception desk. Upon arrival, no issues were found; the alarm is part of an ongoing system problem.

Animal Problem
Officer responded to the Marriott Center regarding a large dog running loose. The dog had no tags to identify its owner. It was safely taken to the North Valley Animal Shelter and booked in.

Traffic Stop
Officer observed a motorcycle without a license plate driving southbound on 900 E at approximately 1100 N. Upon stopping the vehicle, it was found that the driver had purchased the motorcycle over six months ago but had not registered it. Additionally, the motorcycle lacked insurance. The officer impounded the motorcycle and issued a citation for no registration.

Found Property
A police officer responded to the police department and met with the reporting party regarding a found purse. The purse was discovered on campus while the owner was taking graduation photos. The owner was contacted, and the purse was successfully returned to them.

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Found Person
Officers responded to West Campus Drive near the RB ramp after students reported a 4-year-old child wandering unsupervised. The child's father contacted dispatch, and officers successfully reunited the young boy with his parent.

Theft
A BYU campus officer returned a call to a complainant reporting the theft of his blue Trek bicycle, which was locked at the Merrill Hall bike rack. The complainant last saw the bike in January or February and only noticed it was missing while moving out. Due to limited description and the broad time frame, identifying a suspect through surveillance footage remains challenging. The officer will continue reviewing camera footage and will update the case if any relevant evidence is found.

Accident
A police officer responded to Lot 7 for a minor crash involving a BYU work truck that sideswiped a parked vehicle while pulling into a parking stall.

Accident
A vehicle traveling southbound in an aisle at parking lot #45 on 1700 North Canyon Road, Provo, was struck on the passenger side by a second vehicle traveling eastbound in the same lot. The accident occurred in a private parking lot, resulting in one vehicle being towed. There were no injuries reported.

Medical
BYU Police responded to a medical call near the Marriott Center after an elderly woman fell from her walker and hit her head on the sidewalk. Provo EMS evaluated her on scene and released her. BYU Risk Management was notified to repair the crack in the sidewalk.

Citizen Contact
A police officer responded to a report of a possible hit-and-run. The officer reviewed surveillance footage from the relevant time and location provided by the reporting party but found no evidence of contact with the vehicle. The reporting party stated they had parked elsewhere on campus at the time. The video will be further examined to determine if the impact occurred at a different location.

Suspicious Package
A police officer was dispatched to investigate a suspicious bag left unattended in a building, which had been there for about 30 minutes with no one around. While en route, the reporting party called back to update that an individual had approached the bag and retrieved a battery charger, and that police response was no longer necessary.

Suspicious Person
Police officers responded to a third-party report of a person staying overnight in the Kimball Tower on the 11th floor. Upon inspection, the building was found to be unoccupied. Security footage indicated that the possible individual had left the building before the officers arrived.

Sick Person
Officers responded to a report of a sick person in Helaman Halls Building 9. Prior to their arrival, Provo Fire evaluated the individual, who declined transport or further medical attention at that time.

Drugs
During patrols at the Y Trailhead parking lot, officers asked vehicles to leave as the lots were closing. When an officer approached a red pickup truck, the occupant opened the driver's door, revealing a strong odor of marijuana. Inside the vehicle, officers discovered a marijuana vape belonging to a passenger and a nicotine vape owned by the underage driver. Additionally, a two-year-old child was found in the back seat without a car seat. The driver was cited for minor possession of nicotine and failing to restrain her child, while the passenger was cited for marijuana possession. Officers waited with the individuals until family arrived with a proper child restraint. The case will be forwarded to the Provo City Attorney's Office for review of charges.

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Suspicious
BYU police officers responded to Helaman Halls following reports of a male approaching individuals suspiciously. A similar incident had occurred earlier at the Richards Building. Officers conducted extra patrols in the area, but the suspect was not found.

Agency Assist
A joint effort between BYU officers and Provo police was conducted to locate a Provo resident threatening to harm his girlfriend. The suspect, known for possessing a gun and with a history of threatening suicide, was found near his residence in Provo and taken into custody. BYU officers assisted in searching and patrolling the area to ensure safety.

Medical
A student experienced tingling in his arm and face as he began a final exam. Provo Medical responded, examined him, and determined he did not need hospital transport since his symptoms were subsiding.

Fire – Gas Smell
Officers responded to a report of a possible natural gas smell in Heritage Building 4. Upon investigation, it was confirmed by Provo Fire that the odor was not natural gas and the situation was resolved.

Accident
A BYU police patrol vehicle was struck by a Provo fire truck near Heritage Halls while responding to a call. The patrol car sustained damage to the left driver-front fender. The Highway Patrol was notified, and a trooper responded to file a minor accident report. Provo Fire acknowledged responsibility for the incident.

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Sick Person
A medical incident was reported at BYU's Richards Building, Room 126, where an individual feeling light-headed due to blood donation was attended to by EMS. Upon arrival, officers confirmed her condition, and the Provo Fire Department assessed her, advising her to hydrate and rest.

Suspicious
A police officer responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle, a grey Jeep, parked under the overhang at the southeast corner of the Marriott Center. Upon arrival, the officer discovered the vehicle belonged to a contractor working on the building's air handling system. The individual had a contractor keycard for identification and was recognized by the officer from a prior call.

Information
A courtesy report was filed in Provo City near BYU campus after a third-party caller observed an unidentified person "painting" on the sidewalk across from the MTC. The officer responded and saw partially obscured chalk writing that read "I love Elder...", which was visible from the MTC windows. The chalk was partially washed away by a passing sweeper and sprinklers in the area. The subject was not present at the time and could not be located. No further action was taken.

Citizen Contact
Report of possible Title 9 no contact order between two students. The information was passed on to our victim's advocate for follow up.

Accident
A BYU officer responded to Lot 37 regarding a hit-and-run incident. The reporting party stated she parked her vehicle at 1400 hours and returned at 1900 hours to find damage to the passenger front panel. Despite reviewing camera footage with dispatch, no cameras captured the vehicle. The vehicle was parked on the west side of Lot 37.

Welfare Check
A search was conducted in the area for a white male in his thirties with red hair, wearing a white baseball jersey, jeans, and a white hat. He was reported to be stopping girls to ask them questions. The complainants requested a welfare check but provided limited information before leaving the area. The male was not located during the search, and no further complaints were received. Camera footage showed the male contacting both males and females, though the purpose of his approach remains unknown.

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Alarm – Smoke/CO
A CO alarm was triggered at Wymount Terrace, prompting contact and evacuation of the residents. None exhibited symptoms or required medical treatment. Provo Fire Department responded, reporting a maximum CO reading of 28, which was rapidly dissipating. The cause was identified as a resident leaving the oven on, leading to increased CO levels. The apartment was aired out, residents returned, and risk management was advised. The alarm was reset, and the situation was resolved.

Fire Alarm
A fire alarm was triggered at Lavell Edwards Stadium in room E194 due to ongoing construction activities. Construction personnel confirmed they were spraying, which set off the alarm. No fire or smoke was reported. Fire technicians arrived on scene to reset the alarm.

Theft
The BYU Police Department was notified of a delayed theft at Budge Hall. The complainant reported that he had ordered earphones from Best Buy two days prior, which were delivered yesterday around 12:19 PM. However, when he checked the delivery location today, the earphones were missing. The case in under investigation.

Harassment
A campus officer responded to a disturbance at the WSC involving a subject disrupting students. The subject was located and appeared to be experiencing mental health issues. After checking for wants and warrants, the officer asked the individual to leave the premises. The officer will also request that the subject be banned from BYU campus.

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Found Property
Custodial staff located a wallet at the Smith Field House. The owner could not be reached at this time, so a message was left and the wallet was taken to the lost and found.

Fire – Gas Smell
A police officer responded to a report of a suspected natural gas or propane smell. Provo Fire also investigated the scene but found no evidence of a leak or danger, and their CO equipment showed no abnormal readings. The incident was resolved without incident.

Accident
A BYU officer was approached by a BYU student who reported that she accidentally bumped into a neighboring vehicle while backing out of her parking spot, causing minor damage. The student left a note on the other vehicle with her contact information. The owner of the damaged vehicle was parked far across the parking strip, making it difficult for the student to exit her spot. The student expressed her intention to exchange insurance information with the vehicle owner.

Duress Alarm
A duress alarm was triggered in the Tanner Building. Officer responded and spoke with the student working at the time, who explained they accidentally pressed the button. No further issues were found. The alarm was reset by the officer.

Trespassing
The BYU Police Department responded to a report of individuals trespassing on the Richards Building field. Officers arrived, escorted the individuals off the property, and documented their names. No further incidents occurred.

Medical
A medical incident occurred at Heritage Halls, prompting response from BYU Police and Provo Fire Department. Upon arrival, the fire department assessed the patient and released her to her roommates. The patient was originally having a hard time breathing and had passed out.

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Welfare Check
A student's mother, initially worried after being unable to reach her diabetic son living in Heritage Halls, contacted BYU Police. However, before officers arrived, she was able to get in touch with her son and confirmed that he was safe.

Fire Alarm
Officer responded to a fire alarm at Heritage Halls Building 2 on BYU campus. Upon arrival, they met with a fire tech who confirmed there was no fire, and the alarm was triggered by an electrical circuit melting plastic. The tech will follow up further, and the officer cleared the call.

Lost Property
A culinary worker doing a key audit at the football stadium reported that two keys were missing. The keys are 8518-16 and 4727-37. A report was taken so the keys could be replaced.

Theft
A complainant reported that they had left their iPad in the Engineering Building on BYU campus. After returning to retrieve it, the device was missing. The iPad was observed to have moved around campus for a couple of weeks before its recent ping indicated an address in Provo. Due to the densely populated area and the unreliable nature of Apple device pings, the item has not yet been located. The case has been listed as stolen.

Duress Alarm
A staff employee in the student dean's office of the WSC reported that they accidentally depressed the duress alarm. An officer responded and reset the alarm.

Property Damage
A student reported that while parked in Lot 59, another vehicle parked nearby and opened its passenger door into her car, causing damage. She was unable to make contact with the other driver at the scene but took a photo of the license plate. Follow-up action will be taken.

Trespassing
Officer was responding to a call at the MPS for juveniles trespassing when they were canceled. MPS security had delt with the individuals and did not need Police assistance.

Fire Alarm
On April 18, 2026, at approximately 2234 hours, BYU officers responded to the MTC following a fire alarm. MTC security reported that popcorn had been burnt and requested the officers to reset the alarm. A Fire Technician arrived and confirmed that all alarms had been cleared.

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Duress Alarm
BYU Police responded to the Hinkley Center for a duress alarm. Upon arrival, staff advised that it was just a test to see how quickly police would respond if the duress alarm was pressed. The duress alarm was reset and the staff was educated about the use of duress alarms.

Accident
A police officer responded to a delayed report of property damage to a vehicle. The reporting party believed their vehicle was damaged while parked in Lot 3 between the Wilkinson Center and Fine Arts Building, sometime between 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM on April 14, 2026. The complainant was unsure if the damage occurred while parked but stated they did not notice any prior damage. The officer documented the report, checked for camera footage, and provided the complainant with a case number for reference.

Animal Problem
A police officer was dispatched to address a report of a possible injured deer near the McDonald Building. Upon arrival, the officer was unable to locate any injured wildlife. While on scene, another individual reported seeing a slow-moving, possibly injured deer in the area. The Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) was contacted to handle the situation.

Welfare Check
During a snowstorm at Wymount Terrace near Building 11E, an officer responded to a report of an individual sleeping on the grass in a sleeping bag. Upon contact, it was revealed that the person was a student participating in a class project, which required them to sleep outside for an hour.

Theft
Two males waited in line at the creamery for approximately twenty-five minutes before leaving without paying for their ice cream. Despite efforts to identify them, they remain unidentified.

Accident
A police officer made phone contact with an individual regarding a possible hit-and-run accident. The case will be further investigated by reviewing video footage to determine if the crash was captured and to facilitate follow-up actions.

Found Property
A custodial crew discovered a wallet in the building approximately a week ago. Since the owner never inquired about it, the wallet was turned over to the police. After leaving messages on the owner’s phone, the individual picked up their wallet the following day.

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Unsecure Roof Hatch
An officer responded to the Cannon Center to close the roof hatch after Bare Metals finished cleaning. The officer secured the hatch. No further action was taken.

Agency Assist
Provo Police responded to a traffic accident near Lot 45, which was determined to have occurred on University Ave. Officers arrived at the scene and took the accident report.

Chest Pain
A BYU Police officer and EMS responded to a medical call reporting a female experiencing chest pain. While EMS and Provo Fire Department provided treatment, officers provided standby support. The patient requested to be transported to the Student Health Center, which was arranged by a BYU officer.

Breathing Problem
An officer responded to a medical emergency at the WSC main doors, where a student was having trouble breathing, possibly due to asthma. Provo Fire paramedics arrived, administered Albuterol and other medications, but the student's condition did not improve. She was later transported by fire department personnel to Utah Valley Hospital for further treatment.

Disturbance
BYU officers responded to the TNRB after students were found disturbing others who were studying. The officers located the students, who had been sliding under the stairs and laughing. Both students admitted to the incident and agreed to stop, allowing others to study in peace.

Found Property
A debit card was found by a student on the ground and turned in. The owner was contacted and the card was returned.

Citizen Assist
A mother and her adult special needs child were assisted by officers after the child hesitated to get into the car to go home following a sporting event. The officers helped ensure they left the campus safely.

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Alarm – Lost Officer
Officers responded to a tunnel door alarm in the basement of Heritage Building #3. The door was securely locked, and no one was found in the surrounding tunnels. During the investigation, one officer briefly lost his way in the tunnel system and had to clear cobwebs to find his exit.

Citizen Contact – Possible Domestic Problem
The BYU police department was contacted by a person wanting to report a possible domestic violence situation. Officers, along with the department's victim's, advocate responded to the location to get more details. The case is under investigation.

Criminal Mischief
A vehicle owner reported to BYU Police that an unknown suspect threw a glass bottle at his car while he was driving near the duck pond on 800 East. The bottle shattered on the hood, and two juvenile males were seen running away up the stairs. Despite attempts to pursue them, the suspects escaped through the park and remain unidentified. Camera footage from the incident timeframe had been purged due to the delay in reporting. Seeking additional information.

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Tunnel Alarm
BYU officers responded to a beam alarm in the tunnels near the Talmage Data Center. After inspecting the area, they contacted a maintenance worker who confirmed he had triggered the alarm.

Fire – Gas Smell
A steam leak occurred in the high temperature room at the Cannon Center. Initially reported as a natural gas leak, crews were dispatched to address the issue. Upon arrival, officers determined that the leak was caused by a gasket failure in a high-temperature steam line. Provo Fire also responded to assess and ensure the situation was under control.

Animal Problem
A report was received about a deer inside the construction fence at the ASB construction site. Officers responded and observed a deer inside the fence. The deer was not in distress and did not interfere with any campus activity. The deer remained on site, and no further police action was taken.

Lost Property
Officers were requested to assist in locating lost headphones. Prior to arrival, the headphones had been located and no assistance was needed.

Citizen Contact
Officers responded to a report of a possibly stolen vehicle in lot 36. they located the vehicle in lot 34, where it had been parked today. The owner had forgotten which lot they had parked in.

Robbery Alarm
A BYU officer responded to a panic alarm triggered at the CONE. After checking cameras and observing the area appeared normal, the officer arrived and monitored the scene from the window before entering. Confirming everything was secure (okay), the officer found the alarm was accidentally pressed by an employee, who apologized. The officer then reset the alarm, concluding the incident.

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Unsecured Door
Officers responded to the McKay Building after security reported an unlocked door, which they couldn't lock due to not having a key. Officer secured and locked the door to ensure safety.

Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarm
Officers responded to a carbon monoxide alarm at Wyview Park after residents forgot to turn off the oven following baking. The apartment was safely cleared by Provo Fire, and the alarm was reset.

Accident
A male student riding his electric scooter along the sidewalks between the Harold B. Lee Library and the Herald R. Clark Building lost control and crashed onto the sidewalk. He sustained a head injury with bleeding on his right temple. A fellow student assisted him into the library’s atrium, where Provo Fire EMS treated him. The student declined ambulance transport and was instead driven to the hospital by a private vehicle.

Medical
A student reported feeling a pop in their knee while in Room 144 at the Richards Building and requested medical assistance. An officer responded to the call, but upon arrival, medical personnel had already assessed the student and determined there was no injury.

Medical – Y Trail
A 12-year-old girl hiking the Y Trail fell and sustained scratches on her legs. She was reported to be fainting and had passed out. The Provo Fire Department responded with their side-by-side vehicle, reached the scene, and assisted in picking up the girl and her mother. The mother declined ambulance transport, and no further injuries were reported.

Welfare Check
A man with Down syndrome was found wandering and appears to have been lost near the Wymount Terrace apartments. Officers responded to the scene, but before their arrival, the man's family arrived and took him home, leaving the area.

Suspicious Circumstance
A report was received regarding suspicious circumstances at the third-floor bathroom of the Clyde Building. The complainant noted blue tape on the bathroom doors, which appeared unofficial as it was not yellow tape, and observed a handwritten note stating, "bathroom closed, do not use." The complainant also mentioned a musty odor. Upon inspection, officers found the tape warning not to use the bathroom, but did not detect any musty smell, and patrons were observed using the facilities. No suspicious activity or items were identified during the check.

Disturbance
A report was received about a suspicious male in the area above the Botany Pond near the emergency phone. The complainant described the individual as wearing all black clothing with tattoos on his hands and stated he was swearing at them and telling them not to look at him. No other threats or actions were observed. The area was thoroughly checked, but no one matching the description was found, and nothing else suspicious was identified.

Welfare Check
A police officer was dispatched to check on a complainant whose roommate had missed her scheduled return from the hot springs. The officer contacted a Utah County Deputy already at the scene, who confirmed seeing the student walking toward her car. The student later called to reassure the officer that she was safe and explained that her trip had taken longer than expected. The officer then updated the complainant on the situation.

Suspicious
A police officer responded to Lot 37 regarding a suspicious vehicle with its rear passenger door open. Upon arrival, the officer closed the door and noted the vehicle was unlocked. The registered owner confirmed that one of the occupants had forgotten to close the door and later sent her husband to lock the vehicle.

Traffic Stop
An officer observed a dirt bike performing a wheelie while driving south on 900 E at East Campus Dr after a red light turned green. The officer stopped the vehicle, and the driver admitted to being "just being stupid." It was found that the driver had been warned by a Provo Officer for performing a wheelie in January 2026. The driver was cited for the wheelie, and the dirt bike was impounded. Don Shelley Towing arrived and took possession of the vehicle.

Suspicious Person
A male, approximately 30 years old, bald, and dressed in all black, was observed at Wyview Park Building #8, inspecting bikes in the racks and checking for unlocked ones. He was last seen riding a black and orange bike away from the scene. It is unclear whether he took the bike from the racks or arrived on it beforehand. Despite searching Wyview Park and the surrounding areas, the subject was not located.

Citizen Contact
An adult male found a note on his car in a campus parking lot, suggesting it may have been hit. An officer was contacted and advised him to reach out to the note's author using the phone number provided. Instructions were given for exchanging insurance information to resolve the incident.

Fraud
A report was received regarding a potential scam involving ticket sales and trades via GroupMe. The complainant was contacted by phone, and further investigation will be conducted as more information is gathered.

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