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Police Beat • 02/17/2026

Accident
A single-vehicle non-injury accident occurred on campus involving a campus vehicle, which sustained minimal damage. BYU Police responded, documented the incident, and advised the driver to file a report with Risk Management. The driver was also given instructions on safe driving.

Welfare Check
The BYU police department received a call from a Dean of Students representative regarding an uncontactable student living in the Heritage Halls student housing. The officer contacted the student, who confirmed he was fine but had been ill recently. The Dean of Students was then informed of the student's condition.

Theft
A report was filed with BYU police regarding a possibly stolen blue unicycle, valued at approximately $700. The unicycle, equipped with a heavy-duty off-road tire, was last seen sometime between December 17, 2025, and February 16, 2026. The owner is uncertain whether it was last located at the engineering building bike rack or at their apartment. No additional information is available.

Theft
A bicycle theft was reported on West Campus after the bike, which was not locked, was left under an alcove to escape the rain and later discovered missing upon return from class. BYU police contacted the reporting individual by phone. The bicycle was registered on campus, and the case is currently under investigation.

Medical
Officers were dispatched to the Richards Building on BYU campus to assist medical with a male who had sustained a head injury. Medical personnel examined the individual, who had a small laceration over his right eye from playing basketball. After providing treatment, the male was released, and the call was cleared.

Suspicious
Officers responded to the Miller Baseball Complex on BYU campus following a report of a motion-activated light turning on in a locked bathroom. Upon arrival, they cleared the area but found no one inside and nothing suspicious.

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Police Beat • 02/16/2026

Unconscious
A report was received of an unconscious person at the Smith Field House. Officer responded along with Provo Fire/EMS. Upon arrival, the patient was found to be conscious and alert, complaining of dizziness. After evaluation, the patient was released on the scene.

Medical
A medical incident occurred at the Creamery on 9th, prompting a response from BYU police and the Provo Fire Department. Dispatch reported that a patron was having a seizure near the registers. Upon arrival, officers and medical personnel found the individual conscious, breathing, and alert. The patient was escorted to an ambulance for assessment by the fire department. After being medically cleared, the patient was released into the care of a family member present at the scene.

Found Property
MTC Security found a driver's license and student ID card near the MTC. The cards were handed over to BYU Police to help locate the student. The student was successfully identified and the items were returned.

Found Property
A police officer responded to Lot 52 after a toy airsoft gun was found in a storm drain. The officer successfully retrieved the item, identified it as a toy, and documented it with photographs. The toy was then placed in an evidence bag and handed over to the detectives for further investigation.

Hazardous Condition
During a recent storm, a tree was uprooted and laying on the ground blocking the entrance to the parking lot. The tree was cleared from the roadway, and grounds were notified. They advised dispatch that they would handle the removal of the tree the following morning.

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Police Beat • 02/15/2026

Unsecured Door
During an extra patrol at the Marriott Center, an officer discovered three unsecured doors on the northwest concourse and secured them. Additionally, the officer found a door in the east tunnel between the Marriott Center and the Annex held open by a door stop; the officer removed the stop, closed, and secured the tunnel access to ensure safety.

CO Alarm
A BYU officer and Provo Fire responded to Wyview Building 29 following a CO alarm. The officer heard the alarm but received no response after knocking. BYU Housing was dispatched, and Provo Fire made entry, detecting elevated CO levels with a reading of 38 PPM. Enbridge was contacted to assist. Upon arrival, Housing confirmed positive readings and ventilated the apartment by opening windows. The resident, along with Enbridge, arrived later.

Found Property
A wallet was found approximately a week ago in the parking lot near the SAB, containing a driver's license, BYU student ID, and other cards and papers. The wallet was collected, and the owner was contacted. He explained he had lost it about a month ago and was unsure of the exact location, so he hadn't reported it. I met with him and successfully returned the wallet.

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Police Beat • 02/14/2026

Agency Assist
Officer responded to assist medical with a report of a juvenile female with an injured arm. BYU Medical arrived and treated the individual before the officer located the patient.

Traffic Stop
A BYU police officer observed a vehicle fail to stop at a stop sign at 800 N 200 E. The officer stopped the vehicle and discovered it had no insurance. The driver was cited for failure to stop and warned about the insurance violation. Additionally, the officer impounded the vehicle due to the absence of insurance.

Fire Alarm
Officers responded to a fire alarm at Wymount Terrace after the resident was cooking steak, which burned and triggered the alarm. The unit had been ventilated, and the alarm had turned off before officers arrived.

Medical
An officer and BYUEMS responded to a report of an allergic attack. BYUEMS evaluated the individual on scene, and once cleared, the officer transported them to their apartment.

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Police Beat • 02/13/2026

Found Property
A police officer responded to the Smith Field House for a found property report. The officer collected a wallet from the custodian’s office and left a voicemail and text message for the owner, informing them the wallet was at the station. Although initial contact was unsuccessful, the owner later called back, and the wallet was successfully returned.

Unsecured Building
During an extra patrol, an officer discovered an exterior door at the West Campus building left unlocked. The door on the Southeast corner near the auditorium was found with its push bar set to lock open, and the pull handle was broken off and, on the ground, outside. Security keys with the correct Allen wrench to secure the door were in dispatch, which was notified to submit a repair order for the broken handle

Medical
Police and fire officers responded to a medical emergency after a 14-month-old baby was accidentally hit on the head when the complainant tripped in the dark while getting the baby up. EMTs examined both the baby and the complainant, finding no injuries requiring further medical attention. The complainant was advised to call back if the baby's condition changed.

Welfare Check
Officers responded to the LSB on a complaint of a transient male on the 4th floor. Contact was made with services offered, and the male proceeded on his way.

Agency Assist
Officers responded to a report from BYU's security department regarding a potentially stolen vehicle in the parking structure north of the Tanner Building. An officer confirmed with Metro Dispatch that the vehicle was listed as stolen on NCIC but verified that the owner, who had parked the vehicle on campus a month ago, had simply forgotten. Notifications have been sent to the owner to reclaim the vehicle and to have the theft listing cleared.

Medical
BYU Police were dispatched to the JKB after a student rolled her ankle. EMS evaluated and cleared the patient, but she requested to be transported to the SHC. An officer transported here to that location.

Theft
A police officer returned a call to the complainant regarding his stolen bike. The complainant reported parking his bike near the Harmon Building on BYU campus. Upon returning, he discovered the bike was missing. An unknown suspect had taken the bike and traveled east from campus into a nearby Provo neighborhood.

Theft
Officers responded to the Richards Building regarding a theft from the swim team's locker room during a high school swim meet. The victim reported that his wallet, phone, AirPods, and shoes were stolen. Although high school students had accessed the locker room, it remains unclear if they were involved. Using the “Find My” app, the victim tracked his phone near the pool, but officers found nothing during a search. No suspect information is available at this time, and officers advised the victim to stay in contact if the phone’s location changes.

Found Property
An officer responded to the Smith Field House after a building care employee found a man's wallet following a volleyball game. The officer contacted the wallet's owner, who lives out of town, and was informed he will return to campus tomorrow to retrieve it from the police station.

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Police Beat • 02/12/2026

Welfare Check
A welfare check was initiated by BYU Police Dispatch on Y Mountain trail. The subject was found not on BYU property but further up the mountain near Rock Canyon. The case was referred to Provo PD, which coordinated with its mountain rescue team to handle the situation.

Suspicious
An officer was dispatched to investigate a suspicious bag at the north dock near the Richards building. While en route, the reporting party called back to report that the bag's owner had returned to retrieve it. No further police action was required.

Disturbance
An officer responded to a noise complaint near Wymount Drive, where the reporting party noted that four to five vehicles were parked near the laundry area, making noise with backup beepers. The complainant believed this violated the noise ordinance and requested a check. Upon arrival, the officers found the vehicles had already left, and the complainant did not request further contact.

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Police Beat • 02/11/2026

Unknown Problem
A female student at Heritage Halls reported numbness in her hands and feet and was found lying on her bathroom floor. BYU police, along with Provo Fire Department and BYU EMS, responded to the scene. An EKG revealed irregular heart arrhythmia, leading to her transportation to the hospital for further evaluation.

Sick Person
A female adult at the WSC reported an injured ankle. BYU EMS responded and provided clearance before the officer arrived.

Found Person
A complainant observed a 3-year-old child running toward the road from an apartment complex with no parents in sight. The child was unable to speak. The father was later found searching for the child, and they were safely reunited.

Seizures
BYU EMS, Provo Fire, and BYU Police responded to a medical emergency at the Harold B. Lee Library, where they found a student security officer unconscious but breathing with stable vital signs. Despite efforts to rouse the patient, they were unsuccessful, and the patient's mother was notified for further information. The patient, who had a history of similar episodes, was transported to Utah Valley Hospital for additional care.

Medical
BYU officers and Provo Fire responded to the SFH after a patient hit their nose jumping into the foam pit. The patient was assessed by Provo Fire and later went to an instacare by private vehicle for further evaluation.

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Police Beat • 02/10/2026

Unsecured Door
Officer observed an open door at the HFAC. Officer went and walked through the building and found no one present. Officer was unable to secure the door but was able to get the door closed because it was being held open by air pressure.

Information
A security plan and operations were submitted for President Dallin H. Oaks visit to campus. Officers were assigned various tasks and duties in preparation for his visit. Additional officers were scheduled to work.

Sick Person
A student experiencing dizziness and possible chest pain was evaluated by the BYU police and Provo fire departments after visiting the BYU EMS office. Following assessment, it was determined to be non-life-threatening. The officer then provided the student with a ride back to her apartment at Heritage Halls. No further incident occurred.

Civil Problem
A civil dispute arose between an Uber driver and a passenger after the passenger refused to exit the vehicle. When officers arrived, the passenger agreed to leave but appeared visibly upset. She was then provided a ride to her destination, and no further issues occurred.

Accident
A police officer was involved in a minor backing accident in Lot #1 while attempting to turn around, resulting in a collision with a parked vehicle. An accident report was filed, digital photos were taken, and Risk Management was notified. The officer also completed the necessary accident form for documentation.

Citizen Contact
A BYU police officer responded to a report of damage to a woman's car, which was keyed on the driver's side sometime between 10 a.m. and noon while she was at the devotional. Surveillance footage from the MTC T4 building confirmed that the damage did not occur in the parking lot, and the complainant was informed of the officer's findings.

Citizen Contact
A citizen contacted the police department to inquire about campus reporting procedures and victim advocacy services. Officer responded via phone call, provided guidance, and offered assistance.

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Police Beat • 02/09/2026

Medical
Officers and Provo Fire responded to HLCH for a medical incident involving a patient who was shocked while unplugging a keyboard a few hours earlier. The patient complained of a headache but was medically cleared and not transported. They reported touching the metal prongs of the plug, which were stuck, and noted there was no exposed wire or electrical malfunction.

Unconscious
An officer assisted a student who was experiencing nausea and had passed out multiple times, hitting their head each time and causing pain. Medical staff from Provo Medical evaluated the student and found no immediate concerns but recommended further evaluation. The student decided to wait until the clinic opened in the morning to be seen.

Medical
A student near the LSB fell and twisted her ankle. BYU police and EMS responded to the scene, and after assessment, the officer provided her with a ride back to her apartment at Heritage 6. EMS advised her to seek medical attention at the student health center if the pain continued.

Juvenile Problem
Two juveniles found truant from Centennial Jr. High were spotted hanging out at the Museum of Culture and People on BYU Campus. An officer contacted and identified them, issued a warning about their truancy, and later notified their mother and the School Resource Officer.

Suspicious
A vehicle was reported to be running and parked in the front row of the Harmon building. The complainant was unsure if anyone was inside the vehicle. The area was checked, but the vehicle could not be located.

Accident
Officers responded to a possible hit-and-run in Lot 4. Upon contact, both parties were cooperative, and driver exchange information was completed. The incident was determined to be a non-reportable accident.

Accident
Yesterday morning in Lot 45, a collision occurred between two vehicles. One was traveling southbound when it collided with another vehicle that had entered an aisle, resulting in moderate damage to both vehicles. The drivers exchanged information at the scene; however, due to conflicting accounts of the incident, a formal report has been requested for further investigation.

Suspicious
Officers responded to the southeast side of the Marriott Center (MC) after a group of students had set up tents to camp overnight in line for the BYU devotional the next morning. Upon contact, the students, who were already cold and prepared to return to their apartments, were advised accordingly.

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Police Beat • 02/08/2026

Accident
A two-vehicle accident occurred in the Marriott Center parking lot, with one driver leaving the scene without contacting the other party. Fortunately, passersby witnessed the incident and left a note for the driver of the vehicle that was hit. The driver of the struck vehicle reported the incident to the police after returning to their vehicle, and an officer was able to contact the driver who left the scene. Insurance information was exchanged and an accident report was filed, resolving the matter.

Medical
Student reported as having a medical concern while at church at the Wilkinson Center. She refused assistance and this call was cancelled prior to officer arrival.

Accident
A delayed hit-and-run report was filed from Lot 16 north of JKB. Video review revealed that the damage was already present before the complainant parked on campus. The individual was referred to Provo PD to file an accident report.

Medical
Officers responded to a report of an allergic reaction at Heritage Building Eight. The patient had reacted to a face rejuvenation cream they tried. Medical personnel evaluated the individual, who refused transport at that time.

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Police Beat • 02/07/2026

Criminal Mischief
A vandalism incident occurred on the cork board in the pedestrian tunnel leading to Helaman Halls. The board, which displayed a flyer for a family proclamation event, was torn, partially ripped off, and defaced with writing and other damage. RA and housing officials will review the incident and arrange for the board to be replaced. No suspect information.

Information
A police officer observed a male rider on a motorized scooter lose control and spin out at slow speeds as he pulled out onto 800 North near 550 East. The rider was uninjured, and the scooter remained undamaged.

Citizen Contact
An officer returned a phone call regarding a delayed traffic accident in the parking lot of Heritage Halls on BYU campus. The other party involved was initially committed to a resolution but is now refusing to comply with their original agreement. The complainant was informed of their civil options and requested to leave the matter as it is.

Intrusion Alarm
Officers responded to a motion alarm in the air intake area beneath the JFSB. Upon investigation, all doors were secure, and no suspicious activity was observed in the sensor area.

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Police Beat • 02/06/2026

Criminal Mischief
A vandalism incident occurred on the cork board in the pedestrian tunnel leading to Helaman Halls. The board, which displayed a flyer for a family proclamation event, was torn, partially ripped off, and defaced with writing and other damage. RA and housing officials will review the incident and arrange for the board to be replaced. No suspect information.

Information
A police officer observed a male rider on a motorized scooter lose control and spin out at slow speeds as he pulled out onto 800 North near 550 East. The rider was uninjured, and the scooter remained undamaged.

Citizen Contact
An officer returned a phone call regarding a delayed traffic accident in the parking lot of Heritage Halls on BYU campus. The other party involved was initially committed to a resolution but is now refusing to comply with their original agreement. The complainant was informed of their civil options and requested to leave the matter as it is.

Intrusion Alarm
Officers responded to a motion alarm in the air intake area beneath the JFSB. Upon investigation, all doors were secure, and no suspicious activity was observed in the sensor area.

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Police Beat • 02/05/2026

Agency Assist
Provo Police responded to a report of three males pulling down their pants on the side of the road, with a witness stating she saw one suspect's genitalia while driving by on an electric scooter. Despite checking the area, officers were unable to locate the suspects. However, BYU Dispatch obtained camera footage that traced the suspects back to Helaman Halls. The suspects were contacted and interviewed, admitting to pulling down their pants but claiming they only exposed their underwear. Insufficient evidence was available to prove otherwise, and no charges were filed.

Suspicious
A hiker reported finding a suspicious, torn jacket covered in blood near the top of the Y trailhead at the base of the cliffs. He provided photos, which appeared to show sun-fading from exposure rather than fresh blood. Officers responded to the location, deployed a drone in the area, and did not observe anything unusual or suspicious.

Accident
A campus police officer responded to Parking Lot 49 on BYU campus following a report of a private property traffic incident. The complainant, who was attempting to park his vehicle, notified campus police after an incident involving his parked car. Dispatch successfully located the owner of the parked vehicle, and the officer facilitated the exchange of information between parties.

Medical
A student at the MARB experienced a seizure, prompting medical and officer response. Provo Medical arrived, but the student continued having seizures and was later transported to the hospital. Her mother was notified of the incident.

Information
BYU Police were dispatched to a possible hit-and-run. While the officer was speaking with the victim, the driver who caused the accident returned to their vehicle. They did not realize they had hit another vehicle and were quick to exchange information civilly with the other party.

Citizen Contact
A BYU officer responded to the north side of the Tanner Building after a scooter accident was reported. Upon arrival, the officer confirmed there were no injuries and only minor damage to the scooter as the rider was exiting a private drive. The officer facilitated the information exchange and then cleared the call.

Trespassing
Officers responded to the ESC area after a report of two females filming students. The area was checked, but the individuals could not be located and appeared to have left campus.

Trespassing
Officers responded to a resident's call at Wymount Terrance reporting a male solicitor in the apartment complex. Despite searching the area, they did not locate the suspect, and no further related calls were received.

Theft
A police officer responded to a report regarding a delayed theft outside the LSB. The complainant had left a green hoodie on the ground while working nearby the parking garage and did not see anyone around. He confirmed with coworkers that no one had taken the jacket. Currently, there is no suspect information available.

Disorderly Conduct
A police officer responded to a report from a complainant who described a disturbing experience during a ride with a roommate. An unknown individual had locked the doors, played unsettling music, and drove recklessly past their apartment before dropping them off. Fearing for their safety, the complainant felt unable to leave the vehicle. She wished to pursue charges against the driver and passengers for reckless driving and disorderly conduct. The officer identified the vehicle and its occupants, resulting in citations being issued to them.

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Police Beat • 02/04/2026

Accident
The complainant was attempting to parallel park and inadvertently got too close to a nearby vehicle, resulting in a small scrape on the driver's side rear bumper. The owner of the victim vehicle could not be contacted at the time, so a note was left on the vehicle, and the incident was documented for record-keeping.

Medical
A report was received regarding an adult female who may have sustained a head or shoulder injury. An officer responded to the scene on Campus Drive, where BYU EMS and Provo Fire/EMS also arrived. The female had crashed her scooter while entering the roadway. She was transported by BYU police to the Student Health Center urgent care for shoulder pain.

Criminal Mischief
An officer was notified of a large paint spill in Lot 40, located just north of the TNRB. Upon reviewing surveillance footage, the officer observed two individuals, believed to be students, working on an art project. The footage shows them intentionally splattering paint on a poster board before leaving the scene without cleaning up the mess. Grounds personnel have been advised of the need for cleanup, and the officer will follow up to identify the individuals involved. Additionally, surveillance footage has been requested from the Security Department for further investigation.

Accident – Hit and Run
A police officer responded to Lot 26 following a reported hit-and-run incident witnessed by a third party, who provided details about the suspect vehicle and driver. The officer successfully located and identified the at-fault driver, collected the necessary information for the driver’s exchange, and completed the report. The driver was issued a citation to Provo Justice Court for leaving the scene of an accident and failure to report.

Found Person
Officers responded to a report of a possibly distressed 7-year-old boy seen walking toward the Bean Museum from the CSC approximately ten minutes earlier. After checking the area and the museum, which was populated with several groups of young men, officers coordinated with dispatch to review video footage of the incident. The footage showed the boy joining a group of boys and three adult males before leaving the scene in a vehicle. The video indicated that the child did not appear distressed and displayed no concerning behavior. The complainant confirmed that the individual in the footage was the same boy they had reported.

Found Property
A BYU officer responded to the SFH for a found wallet. The officer called the owner and was able to return the wallet.

Fire – Gas Smell
Officers responded to a report of a natural gas odor at Wyview Park. Provo Fire Department also checked the unit and found no methane or carbon monoxide readings, despite the smell being present just inside the door. The fire personnel saw no safety concerns and advised the tenants they could re-enter. To ensure safety, the building RA contacted maintenance for further inspection. One tenant mentioned experiencing a very slight headache but stated it was unclear if it was related to the odor and declined medical attention.

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Police Beat • 02/03/2026

Welfare Check
A welfare check was conducted on a male sitting alone on a bench inside the McKay Building. The individual was described as having long hair, wearing a green shirt, and carrying a Milwaukee tool bag. The complainant noted that the behavior was suspicious due to the subject sitting upright and staring ahead at nothing. After speaking with building employees, it was confirmed that the individual had been seen working in the building previously. Despite efforts to locate him, the subject was not found, and no further issues were reported.

Vehicle Theft
A delayed report was filed regarding a stolen rental vehicle used by BYU Athletics, which had not been seen since at least last week. The vehicle was entered into the NCIC national database. It was later recovered in San Leandro, California, where an individual was arrested. The case remains under investigation.

Welfare Check
An officer responded to the Brigham Square area alongside a Security Sergeant to check on a female who was dancing and acting strangely. Upon arrival, another officer was already speaking with the female and determined she was not causing any problems.

Lost Property
A member of the BYU athlete department contacted the BYU Police Department to report several lost keys. The missing keys are identified by the following key numbers and copies: 9125 (copy #9), 9766 (copy #13), 9237 (copy #7), and 8838 (copy #4).

Accident
BYU police received a report regarding a delayed traffic accident in Lot 59. The complainant explained that at the time of the incident, both drivers exchanged information, but she has been unable to contact the other driver since then. The officer is currently working on the report and attempting to reach the other party.

Accident
A BYU officer responded to a minor PD accident at Lot 6. The officer documented the incident and provided both parties with exchange documents.

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Police Beat • 02/02/2026

Fire – Gas Smell
Officers responded to a report of a gas smell on the west side of the ESC. BYU EMS and Provo Fire also arrived to assist. It was determined that the gas meter intermittently releases small amounts of gas through a vent, causing the odor. Fire officials confirmed the situation is normal and reassured there was no cause for concern, as their meters detected no measurable gas in the area.

Accident
A minor two-car accident occurred in the CONE parking lot during parking maneuvers. No injuries were reported, and the damage was superficial. Vehicle 2 was unoccupied at the time. An officer facilitated the exchange of information between the involved parties.

Trespassing
Two BYU students were caught by MTC security attempting to jump the west fence dressed as missionaries. Their plan was to find a sibling currently in the MTC and give her a soda for fun. They were warned about the seriousness of their actions and apologized sincerely. MTC security informed them that their supervisor would be contacted and will speak with them about the incident later. The students were given a ride off the property.

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Police Beat • 02/01/2026

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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Police Beat • 01/31/2026

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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