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Police Beat • 01/21/2026

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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