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Police Beat • 09/04/2025

Welfare Check
The complainant contacted authorities to request a welfare check on his daughter, who is attending BYU and has diabetes. His monitor alerted him that her blood sugar was dangerously low, and he was unable to reach her. Officers contacted the daughter, who was awakened and found to have a slightly low blood sugar level, but not as severe as indicated. She was alert and responsive, took appropriate measures to stabilize her condition, and subsequently contacted her parents. Both the daughter and her parents were satisfied with her condition, and no medical or further assistance was required.

Chest Pain
A female student at Heritage Halls experienced chest pains upon waking. The BYU Police Department and Provo Fire Department responded to the scene for a medical assessment. After evaluating her condition, the fire department determined that her symptoms were not severe enough to require hospital transport. She was advised to rest and to call back if her condition worsened, with the option of being transported to the ER by ambulance if needed. No further action was taken.

Accident Hit & Run
On the evening of September 3rd, 2025, a hit-and-run incident was reported at the Riviera Apartments parking lot. The vehicle sustained minor superficial damage to its side and wheel. An officer responded to the report, contacted the party involved, and documented the incident. Currently, no camera footage or witnesses have been identified.

Medical
A bicycle accident occurred near Helaman Halls involving an adult male who reportedly hit his head on the pavement and may have lost consciousness. BYU EMS, Provo Fire, and BYU Police responded to the scene. The patient, who was conscious, breathing, and alert upon arrival, sustained road rash to his face and shoulder after wrecking his bike on a curb. No other individuals, vehicles, or pedestrians were involved. The patient received on-scene treatment and was released by EMS.

Suspicious
An officer responded to May Hall regarding a suspicious text message received by an RA. After reviewing the messages, the officer was instructed to contact the suspect and issue a warning for electronic communication harassment. The officer called the suspect, who acknowledged the warning and understood that further communication would result in charges.

Found Property
An officer responded to a report of a possible backpack theft at the Cannon Center. The complainant, who had an active AirTag on the bag, tracked its location to the WSC. The officer accompanied the complainant to the WSC, where the backpack was located in the lost and found. The complainant retrieved the bag, confirming that nothing was missing.

Information
A report was received regarding an attempted fraud incident on social media. The officer contacted the individual by phone and confirmed that no monetary loss had occurred. However, the interaction raised concerns regarding potential risks. The officer discussed the importance of safeguarding personal information on social media platforms. The incident has been documented for informational purposes at this time.

Seizures – Medical
An ambulance assist was dispatched to the Wilkenson Center following reports of a person who had fainted and possibly experienced a seizure. BYU EMS and Provo Fire responded promptly to treat and evaluate the individual. BYU Police arrived on scene during the response, as the scene was in the process of clearing. The patient received on-site treatment and was later released.

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