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Police Beat • 07/10/2025

Fireworks
Officers responded to a report of multiple individuals using fireworks near the Y Trailhead parking lot. Upon arrival, they contacted a group of adult subjects and confirmed they were in possession of fireworks. Two adult males, identified as BYU students, were arrested and later released on citation for fireworks violations. The surrounding area was inspected for fire danger or damage.

Accident
BYU Police responded to a minor traffic accident in Lot 12 involving a BYU-owned vehicle driven by an employee. The vehicle had backed into an unoccupied parked car. An officer collected the necessary information and provided both parties with driver exchange forms. No injuries were reported, and the damage was minor.

Information
A delayed lost property report was taken from a camp attendee at the Cannon Center. The complainant stated she left her camp bag outside the building with others as directed, but upon returning, the bag was missing and has not been located. The bag contained her wallet, Arizona driver’s license, gift cards, and approximately $30 in cash. There are no investigative leads at this time.

Injured Animal
BYU Police responded to the Westview Building (WVB) regarding a report of an injured deer. Officers located the animal and observed a head injury near its antlers. Despite the injury, the deer appeared to be eating and walking normally. After consulting with the Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR), officers determined there was no immediate need for intervention and decided to leave the deer undisturbed unless further action becomes necessary.

Sick Person
Police responded to the Y Trailhead for a report of a female in need of medical attention. Prior to the officer’s arrival, Provo Fire and BYU EMS were on scene and evaluated the patient. They determined that law enforcement assistance was not needed.

Accident
An officer was dispatched to Lot 23 for a non-reportable traffic accident. The incident involved Vehicle 1 backing into Vehicle 2 as it was passing by. The officer facilitated a driver exchange and provided both parties with a copy of the form, which has been added to the report file. Photos of the damage were also taken and included in the report.

Disturbance
Police were requested at the WSC for a suspicious male reportedly mumbling strange words toward FSY participants. An officer located the individual, who was sitting alone and away from others. The male denied needing assistance and appeared to be doing well.

Welfare Check
BYU Police were notified of a student security guard who was not responding to radio communications and were asked to conduct a welfare check. Before an officer arrived, dispatch was able to contact the individual by phone and confirmed they had simply missed the radio transmission.

Theft
BYU Police received a report of a bicycle stolen from the Helaman Halls area. Officers and Dispatch reviewed security footage and successfully identified the suspect. The individual was contacted and charged with theft. The stolen bicycle was recovered and returned to its owner the same evening.

Suspicious
A BYU security officer located an abandoned backpack on the east side of the HBLL Atrium and deemed it suspicious. Upon inspection, the officer was able to identify and contact the owner. The police response was cancelled by dispatch, and no further action was needed.

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