Welfare Check Officers responded to a welfare check after a roommate was unable to locate her friend for several hours. Officers called the student, who answered immediately and stated she was with friends and heading home. She reported no concerns. The roommate was notified.
Traffic Offense & Fireworks Officers responded to Helaman Halls on a report of a vehicle throwing firecrackers from the car. Officers located the vehicle near Building 9, where an officer observed a passenger throwing a firecracker out the window while the vehicle was moving. The officer conducted a traffic stop, identified the occupants, and filed charges with Provo Justice Court for throwing lighted material from a vehicle.
Agency Assist Officers responded to Stadium Avenue and Canyon Road after a vehicle struck university barricades. Because university property was damaged, Provo Police were contacted to take the report. This entry is informational, and Provo’s report is attached to the case.
Accident Hit and Run A complainant discovered damage to his vehicle after it had been parked overnight in his garage. He believes the damage occurred while parked in Lot 40 on 9/11/2026. BYU cameras did not capture the suspect vehicle. LPR cameras showed the victim vehicle entering campus at 1841 with no damage. Photos were uploaded.
Door Alarm An officer responded to a forced‑door alarm. The alarm had been triggered when an officer keyed into the building.
Duress Alarm Officers responded to a duress alarm at the Creamery on Ninth East. Dispatch reviewed cameras and confirmed the activation was accidental. The officer found everything normal and reset the alarm.
Accident Officers responded to a minor accident in Lot 45 after the football game. Damage was minimal, no injuries occurred, and the officer facilitated the exchange of information.
Accident Hit and Run Officers responded to a delayed hit‑and‑run near the WSC. The vehicle owner noticed minor rear‑bumper damage after leaving the vehicle parked for an extended period. Officers are reviewing camera footage to identify the suspect vehicle.
Lockout Officers responded after a campus visitor found their vehicle locked behind a closed gate following the football game. Officers opened the gate so the visitor could leave.
Family Problem Officers responded to a family problem involving a mentally ill male who had run away and expressed self‑harm concerns. As officers arrived, the male was tackled by his brother while attempting to flee. Officers helped restrain him for safety. He was transported to the hospital and admitted under involuntary commitment.
Animal Problem Officers responded to the Riviera Apartments after a cat was heard meowing inside a vehicle’s engine bay. Officers contacted the registered owner and safely removed the cat.
Gas Smell Officers responded to Wyview Park for a natural‑gas smell. A broken oven knob prevented the tenant from fully shutting off the gas. Provo Fire shut off gas to the apartment until Housing could repair the oven. Housing was notified.
Found Property A couple approached officers at the JKB after finding a backpack and suitcase along a busy street. The backpack contained valuable electronics and a student ID. Officers tried to contact the owner but could only send a text and leave a voicemail due to the late hour. Officers advised the owner to call dispatch to arrange pickup.
