Police Beat

Trespassing
Police officers responded to West Campus after a report of a male under the bleachers on the Eastside of the field. The individual was identified with an out-of-country ID and was issued a trespassing warning before being asked to leave the property.

Unsecured Door
Officers responded to West Campus after discovering a male sleeping under the Eastside field bleachers. During their search, they found an unlocked door to a storage area beneath the bleachers, which contained new and valuable electronic equipment for the West Campus Building. The officers secured and locked the door to prevent theft.

Medical
Officers responded to the Harman Building after a female student passed out twice. Provo Fire personnel arrived simultaneously, evaluated the patient, and she was later released to her roommates after being medically cleared.

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Smoke Alarm
An officer responded to a carbon monoxide alarm at Wymount Apartments on BYU campus. No signs of sickness or abnormalities were reported. Provo Fire Department conducted an inspection, detected no CO gas presence, and later cleared the scene.

Fire Alarm
An officer responded to WT, building 3A, for a fire alarm. The tenant reported their smoke detector was beeping with a 'fire' warning, prompting a call for assistance. Dispatch did not receive any fire alarm signals on their panel. The officer found no issues in the apartment besides the beeping detector. An on-call housing employee was dispatched to assess and resolve the smoke detector problem.

Trespassing
Officers responded to Heritage Halls, building #6, after female tenants reported that three non-residents were knocking on doors and filming residents as they opened them. Despite thorough checks of each floor, the males were not located. The RA was advised to call back if the individuals returned.

Medical
An officer responded to the RB Pool on a student with an injury to their arm. The student was playing volleyball and hyperextended their arm. BYU EMS and Provo Paramedics provided medical attention and released the student.

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Welfare Check
Officers responded to the west gate of the Ellsworth Building where a concerned employee reported that a female had been sitting on the ground outside for several hours with frost on her head. She was homeless and Officers transported her to the Food and Care Coalition.

Medical
Officers responded to the Wilkinson Center after a report of a patient being treated for a self-inflicted cut to the finger. Campus medical staff evaluated the individual and determined they did not require further assistance, releasing the patient from their care. A medic was able to stop the bleeding to the patient's left index finger.

Welfare Check
Officers responded to Heritage Halls following a report that a student may be suicidal. Upon contact, the student denied suicidal thoughts and reported ongoing communication with his support system. He was provided with information about CAPS for additional support if his situation changes.

Medical
BYU Police responded to Lot 33 after a bicyclist collided with an electric scooter rider resulting in some injuries. Officers facilitated the exchange of information between the two students without any incident.

Suspicious
A concerned student reported steam coming up from the grass and sidewalk area near Helaman Stover Hall. The officer checked the area and found that a hot water pipe had broken underground. Dispatch contacted the Campus Heating Plant who sent an employee to check the leak.

Accident
Officers responded to a late-reported hit-and-run crash in a parking lot near Lot 6. Video footage of the suspect vehicle and driver has been collected, but the suspect has not yet been identified.

Welfare Check
A police officer responded to the Y Trailhead after reports of a blinking flashlight near the Y, suggesting someone might need help. Upon arrival, the officer observed only headlights moving down the trail, which appeared to flicker due to surrounding foliage. Dispatch confirmed that their camera system did not detect any blinking lights on the mountain. The officer spoke with hikers exiting the trail, who stated they did not see anyone in distress during their hike.

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Found Property
A BYU officer responded to the SFH on a found wallet. Officer retrieved wallet and located the owner in Wyview and dropped it off at the owner's residence.

Accident
Officers responded to a minor accident in Lot 39. Non-reportable, both parties declined a report and no information was exchanged.

Lost Property
Officers responded by phone on a report of a lost 4400 master key for the MCKB. The complainant last had the key about a month ago and has not been able to locate the key since leaving work.

Theft
A police officer returned a call to a complainant regarding a bicycle theft near Wymount Terrace apartments. The victim reported that their bike, which had a two-stroke engine attached, was stolen sometime between mid-December 2025 and January 24, 2026. No serial number was available, and there is no camera footage or suspect information at this time.

Theft
A bike theft was reported via phone from the south side of the library. Video footage shows a suspect taking the bike from a rack and leaving campus, but the individual has not been identified. The bike could not be listed in NCIC, and its serial number is unknown.

Medical
Officers and medical personnel responded to the Life Science Building at BYU campus to assist a female patient who had fainted during an education lab. After a thorough check, medical staff cleared the patient to continue.

Sick Person
An officer and BYU EMS responded to a sick student at the IPF. EMS evaluated the student and suggested they see a doctor. The student chose to wait for her husband and would leave with him.

Suspicious
Officers responded to the Riviera Apartments regarding a report of marijuana smell. Upon arrival, the smell had dissipated, but a complainant described seeing someone smoking a blunt and entering an apartment. Contact was made with the apartment and hall advisor, who found no signs of drug use. The residents denied any marijuana activity, and a warning was issued with instructions to report any future incidents.

Medical
An individual with an injured knee at the Richards Building. Medical responded and took care of the incident. The student was injured while playing intramural sports.

Nuisance – Loud Music
Officers responded to a noise complaint at Wymount 4A and contacted the tenants playing loud music. They were advised of the complaint and the city's noise ordinance hours. The tenant apologized and agreed to turn off the music for the night.

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Suspicious
A See and Say report was received via email regarding an adult male south of the JKB. The officer observed the individual pushing a stroller, but no child was present—only a bag or similar item. The reporting party found the situation suspicious. However, the officer did not observe any criminal or suspicious activity in the area.

Citizen Contact
A third-party report was made regarding a suspicious incident observed by a caller in Brigham Square. The caller described an interaction between an unknown male and female, which they felt may have been unwanted based on body language. Officers contacted the caller, documented the report, and patrolled the area on foot but did not locate the subjects. No evidence of criminal activity was found, and no other suspicious behavior was reported or observed.

Theft
A report was made regarding the theft of a homemade plywood target used for throwing knives, which was taken from the yard area of a foreign language housing unit. The incident is believed to have occurred within the past week, though the exact time is uncertain. The caller has attempted to contact campus housing, grounds, and security to determine if the item was simply moved. The case is currently under investigation.

Family Problem
An officer responded to a report of a family dispute at the Creamery on Ninth. The individuals involved were in a non-marital relationship with two children together. A conversation about politics escalated, leading to the incident.

Welfare Check
A CAPS counselor contacted dispatch after a student expressed suicidal thoughts over the phone, indicating a desire to end their life using pills. The student was located, cooperative, and transported to Utah Valley ER, where they were placed on a mental health hold for further assessment and care.

Accident
A BYU officer contacted a student who reported finding a note on his car indicating it had been damaged, along with contact information from the other driver. The student had left a voicemail and was awaiting a response. While speaking with the student, the other driver called back and provided insurance details. The two parties successfully exchanged information regarding the incident.

Fire Alarm
A BYU officer and Provo Fire responded to a report of a smoke smell coming from a furnace closet at WyView. Despite the homeowner’s initial concern, both the fire department and the officer detected no smoke or gas. A BYU maintenance worker arrived with the homeowner and tested the water heater and furnace, but no smell was present during their inspection.

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Trespassing
Three adult males were observed collecting signatures on BYU campus. After being contacted by BYU security and advised to stop, they were later located near the Cannon Center. Officers identified the individuals and issued three written warning citations and they were told to cease their activities on campus.

Welfare Check
A concerned individual contacted BYU Police about a possibly distressed adult male, described as a student of Asian descent, seen near the Jamba Juice outside the Wilkinson Student Center. Officers searched the area, including the Cougar Den, bowling alley, and food court, but were unable to locate the individual.

Accident – Hit and Run
Officers responded to a phone report of a possible hit-and-run in the visitor parking lot near WSC, suspected to have occurred Saturday night. Video review was conducted; however, due to poor lighting and camera distance, the incident could not be confirmed. The complainant was contacted and informed of the findings, expressing uncertainty about the location of the incident and gratitude for the review.

Theft
The BYU Police Department responded to a theft report at the Smithfield house in the student weight room gym. The victim stated that he accidentally left his wallet in the gym around 1:30 PM. When he returned, he found the wallet but noticed that approximately $50 in cash was missing. Officers are reviewing surveillance footage of the area to identify any suspect.

Citizen Contact
A BYU staff member reported concerns about an unidentified adult male on campus, expressing unease about his presence. An officer made in-person contact at the JKB and spoke with the staff member, who clarified that no specific criminal or suspicious activity

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Medical
The BYU Police Department responded to a medical emergency at the JFSB, where a patient exhibited stroke-like symptoms. Arriving alongside EMS and Provo Fire, officers learned she suffers from Hemiplegic migraines, a rare type of migraine that can cause temporary paralysis resembling a stroke. The patient was not hospitalized but was given a ride home to rest.

Found Property
A piece of jewelry was found at a sporting event and reported to the Marriott Center office. An officer responded, took custody of the item, and transported it to the WSC lost and found. Photos of the item are attached to the incident report.

Panic – Alarm
An officer responded to a panic alarm at the Music Building. Officers arrived and found a child had accidentally pushed the alarm. The officer reset the alarm and the system cleared.

Theft
A stolen moped from Lot 16 was reported last week, with the report delayed until today. The owner was contacted by phone to document the theft and is working to provide identifying information, including the VIN number.

Medical
BYU Police and BYU EMS responded to a cadaver lab classroom on report of a student who had fainted. The student was evaluated by EMS and released on scene to a roommate for observation.

Suspicious
A report was received about a suspicious person dressed in black hiding in the bushes near the outdoor bathrooms by the tennis building. Upon inspection, no one matching that description was found. Witnesses in the area did not see anyone but noted the smell of burnt marijuana. Security students later reported seeing an individual dressed in black walking south of the area several minutes prior to the report. No additional people matching the description were located during a thorough search of the surrounding areas.

Lost Property
A BYU officer responded via phone regarding a case of lost laundry bags at WY View. The complainant did not believe the bags were stolen, suspecting a case of mistaken laundry. Video footage showed someone picking up the bags, walking over, and then loading their laundry. The officer has left messages with RAs to help identify the individual responsible.

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Fire Investigation
Provo Fire and officers responded to the JKB after a BYU IT employee reported a swollen tablet battery, fearing it might explode. The fire captain disassembled the tablet and safely removed the batteries, which were then properly disposed of.

Unsecured Door
During an extra patrol at the Marriott Center, an officer discovered an unsecured, slightly ajar door on the southwest concourse that was not in alarm. The officer promptly closed and secured the door.

Welfare Check
A BYU student was reported for making suicidal threats. During a welfare check, he explained that feelings of homesickness and frustration with his girlfriend had led to the threats, but he did not intend to harm himself. He later agreed to seek mental health support and was transported to the hospital, where he checked in with his cousin.

Trespassing
A male individual jumped the fence onto MPS property and was wandering on foot. He left the area just as officers arrived; however, he was later located, and received a warning for trespassing.

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Suspicious
BYU Police responded to Helaman Halls following a report of a male walking with a young child who appeared suspicious. After patrolling the area and speaking with several students, officers did not find anyone matching the description or observe anything suspicious.

Theft
A complainant left a green tote bag containing blue jeans and $300 worth of makeup in the Cougar Eats area this evening. When they returned to retrieve it, the bag was missing. Video surveillance captured an individual taking the bag and leaving the building. The suspect has not yet been identified. The case has been referred to Investigations.

Drugs
An officer was dispatched to the CONE regarding a baggie containing suspicious pills. The supervisor reported that the bag was discovered after 1:00 PM and was unsure of who left it. The officer identified the pills as Xanax and MDMA and later booked them into evidence at the BYU Police Department for destruction.

Found Property
BYU Police were notified that a wallet had been found at the SFH. An officer responded and retrieved the wallet but was unable to initially get in contact with the student. The wallet was taken to the WSC lost and found and later returned to the owner.

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Welfare Check
A BYU Police officer responded to Heritage Halls after a student unexpectedly disconnected from the Safe Walk app before reaching her destination. The officer checked her apartment building and confirmed that she had arrived safely.

Welfare Check
A welfare check was conducted by BYU Police at the Y Trailhead after a report that a man had expressed intentions to hike the trail and jump off a cliff. The individual was not affiliated with BYU and had no connection to the university. Police searched the area, but later, cell phone tracking confirmed that the man was in Provo and not near the trailhead. Provo police officers subsequently located him and verified he was safe. No further action was necessary.

Welfare Check
BYU Police responded to a welfare check at the Y Trailhead after a report that a man, who is not affiliated with BYU, planned to hike the trail and jump off a cliff. Officers searched the area and later tracked the individual’s location via cell phone, confirming he was in Provo and not near the trailhead. Provo police later located him and confirmed he was safe.

Suspicious
A police officer was dispatched to Helaman Halls in response to a report of a vehicle driving around the parking lot while yelling profanities out of its window. Upon arrival, the officer was unable to locate the vehicle. The officer remained in the area to monitor the situation in case the vehicle returned but it did not. There is no suspect information available at this time.

Theft
BYU Police responded to a report of a stolen bicycle on campus. Camera footage indicates the bike was taken from a campus bike rack. The suspect has not yet been identified. The case will be handed over to BYU Detectives for further investigation.

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Accident
Officers responded to a late report of a traffic accident resulting in minor injuries. The incident involved a Driver who failed to see a bicyclist while making a right turn. After the collision, neither the bicyclist nor the driver exchanged information. The vehicle and driver have been identified, and an accident report was completed to document the incident.

Medical
A female student riding a scooter on campus experienced a minor accident while attempting to avoid a pedestrian. She lost control and crashed but did not hit the pedestrian. The student sustained minor injuries and declined medical assistance.

Accident
Officers responded to a delayed accident report in Lot 26A. A report was taken to document the incident.

Duress Alarm
A new employee accidentally triggered a panic alarm at the location. Officers responded to the scene and determined that the employee was unaware of the alarm's purpose. No further action was necessary, and the alarm was reset.

Citizen Contact
A call was received from the lost and found office regarding a wallet containing credit cards belonging to multiple individuals. The office found it suspicious that various cards for different people were all in one wallet, raising concerns that the cards might have been stolen. Upon further investigation into the names on the cards, the lost and found staff contacted back to clarify that they had made a mistake; the cards had actually been collected at different times and placed together in the same wallet. The wallet and cards were later returned to the lost and found office, which had already reached out to some of the card owners.

Trespassing
A police officer responded to the MARB area on BYU campus after reports of two males soliciting signatures for PROP 4. The officers located the individuals, who were from out of state and unaware they were on university property. The males were respectful and voluntarily left the campus to continue their petitioning off-campus.

Medical
A report was received of an unconscious but breathing female at the TNRB. Officers, BYUEMS, and Provo Paramedics responded to the scene. Upon arrival, Provo Paramedics were already evaluating the patient. After assessment, the paramedics released the patient into the care of her brother, who was also present at the scene.

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Fraud
A delayed fraud report was received, prompting contact with the complainant about an incident that took place in early 2023 when they were a student at BYU. The original incident continues to cause tax-related issues for the complainant. The request was made solely for documentation purposes.

Medical
A female adult sustained a minor foot injury when a table fell on her in a classroom at the Smith Field House. She was contacted and treated by BYU EMS and Provo EMS, with assistance from a BYU officer. After receiving on-scene care, the patient was released and was provided a ride to her car on campus by the BYU officer.

Threatening
An individual soliciting signatures on campus prompted a police response after a verbal confrontation with another student. The incident occurred despite earlier warnings from a security sergeant that petitioning is not permitted on university property. The individual was asked to leave campus by officers.

Medical
A report was received regarding an adult female student who experienced a seizure at the McKay Building. A BYU officer responded to the scene and contacted the student, who clarified that she had not actually had a seizure but had fainted. She explained that she had donated blood earlier in the day and was feeling lightheaded. BYU EMS arrived to evaluate her condition and provided necessary assistance. The patient was released at the scene after evaluation.

Sick Person
A BYU EMS officer responded to a report of a student feeling unwell at the Smith Fieldhouse. The student reported experiencing sharp pain in the back of their head and neck while exercising. EMS evaluated the student and determined that he had overexerted himself.

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Sick Person
A female student at the Benson building reported feeling unwell after pricking her finger with a needle during class. BYU EMS and police responded to the scene, provided first aid, and released the student.

Agency Assist – Traffic Accident
A female BYU student was involved in a traffic accident while riding a scooter in Provo city limits. Provo Police Department and EMS responded to the scene and transported the victim to the Student Health Center for treatment.

Accident
A minor accident occurred in the LSB basement parking structure, involving a BYU student and a staff member. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and the damage to the vehicles was superficial. The parties exchanged information and photos were taken, with the incident being fully documented.

Accident – Hit & Run
A vehicle was damaged while parked in lot #37 today. The incident is currently under investigation, and further follow-up is pending. No suspect information is available at this time.

Animal Problem
A deer was struck by a car and left injured in the roadway on North University Parkway near the Brigham Young University (BYU) campus. Due to the deer's broken back, it was unable to move and posed a hazard to other vehicles. BYU officers responded, safely relocated the deer to a grass strip near the USB building, and humanely euthanized it with a single shot, following proper protocols and notification procedures.

Accident
A vehicle struck a deer in the roadway at 708 E University Parkway, causing damage to the front bumper and hood. The officer took pictures of the damage, and the driver provided his contact information. The incident was documented and the driver was advised to contact his insurance company.

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Animal Problem
The BYU Police Department responded to a report of an injured deer at Wyview Park behind Building 26. Upon arrival, officers observed the deer, which had a visible injury to its back leg, as it jumped from the bushes and moved toward the other side of Building 27. Despite its injury, the deer remained mobile. The officers notified dispatch of the deer's condition and decided to leave it undisturbed.

Agency Assist – Provo PD
Provo police responded to an accident on 900 East after a car ran off the road and collided with the MTC fence. The Provo Police handled the scene and the incident. A BYU officer responded for assistance.

Agency Assist – Orem PD
A Lost Prevention officer from Extra Mile/Chevron Store requested assistance from BYU PD in identifying a suspect involved in a hit-and-run incident at 835 W University Pkwy, Orem. Surveillance footage shows a male wearing a BYU ID card and lanyard. A BYU officer spoke with the complainant, obtained a case number from Orem PD, and reviewed the footage. The officer will continue to follow up and provide any additional information to assist in the investigation.

Sexual Assault
A delayed report of a sexual assault was received from a third party located in a neighboring law enforcement jurisdiction. The caller indicated they were contacted by another third party who reported that the incident may have occurred on BYU campus. An officer later contacted the reporting party by phone. The incident is currently under investigation.

Medical
An individual hiking alone collapsed on the Y Trail, appearing to suffer a medical episode. Four passersby discovered the man lying on his back and called 911. CPR was administered by bystanders until paramedics from Provo Fire and BYU Police arrived. Despite efforts to revive him, the man was without a pulse and later died at the scene.

Accident – Hit & Run
A police officer responded to Lot 25 near Building 4 regarding a hit-and-run incident. Upon arrival, the officer found the vehicle parked curbside along the red curb. The vehicle owner explained that he had parked there and gone inside his residence, returning to find damage to the driver's side, specifically the rear panel and rear door. No witnesses were present, and there are no nearby security cameras to review. The officer documented the damage with photographs, and the driver provided a written statement about the incident.

Suspicious
A suspicious person was reported at the SAB. Officers found the individual working at his desk, who showed his student ID. Dispatch confirmed he was an employee. The person entered the building using a fingerprint scanner that did not register in dispatch.

Found Property
A BYU officer responded to Lot 34 regarding a found credit card. Dispatch located the owner's phone number, left a message at the JKB for the owner to pick up the card, and identified the owner as a security officer assigned to building security.

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Duress – Alarm
Officers responded to a duress alarm at 2060 LSB. Upon arrival, they discovered that ward members working at the clerk’s desk had accidentally activated the duress button. After resetting the alarm and providing a brief explanation about the button and its purpose, the officers cleared the scene.

Tobacco Problem
A law enforcement officer responded to HR 8 following a report of a possible vaping tobacco violation by a student residing there. After speaking with the student, who denied any tobacco possession or use on campus, the officer found no evidence to warrant further action. The student was advised of the relevant laws and housing rules regarding tobacco use.

Medical
During a church meeting at the EB, a woman unexpectedly passed out. She mentioned a history of fainting, describing it as a family trait, though the cause is unknown. BYU police and Provo fire responded to assist. After assessment and release, friends were present to drive her home and agreed to monitor her throughout the day for any further issues.

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Medical
A male soccer player injured his elbow during a game at an indoor practice facility. Medical personnel assisted him on-site, but he declined ambulance transport and was instead taken by a friend to receive further medical care.

Welfare Check
A police officer responded to a welfare check after security lost contact with a student who had started a safewalk. The officer was able to reach the student by phone, who confirmed they had arrived safely and simply forgot to end the safewalk. The student reassured the officer that they were fine and did not require any police assistance.

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Citizen Contact
A BYU officer responded to a complaint about damage to a water feature in the Tanner Building. After investigating, officers contacted university facilities, who confirmed that the damage was caused by a mechanical issue.

Medical
A police officer responded to a student injury at the Richards Building pool. BYU EMS provided first aid for a twisted ankle. Since no police action was needed, the officer canceled the response.

Medical
A BYUEMS team responded to a report of an individual rolling their ankle at the RB. They arrived before law enforcement, provided medical treatment, and the individual was later released.

Lost Property
A BYU officer responded to a report of a lost wallet in the Wilkinson Center. The complainant, who left the wallet containing her California driver's license and other cards in the south basement bathroom, has been unable to locate it since losing it on January 15, 2026. The officer returned the call to gather more details and assist with the report.

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Medical
A Provo EMS team and officer responded to HL John Hall regarding a student who had accidentally overdosed on her antidepressant medication. After examination, paramedics determined the dosage was not life-threatening and released her. The student explained that her intention was not to harm herself but to feel better during a difficult time following a recent breakup with her boyfriend.

Citizen Contact
The officer returned a phone call to the complainant regarding a vehicle theft. The complainant informed the officer that he had parked in a different location and had found his vehicle, it was not stolen.

Fire Alarm – Hand pull
BYU Police responded to a fire alarm at the USB building, which was found to have been pulled accidentally. There were no signs of fire, smoke, or any emergency. An officer reset the alarm.

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