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Police Beat • 10/10/2024

Property Damage
An officer was asked to contact the complainant regarding damage that occurred to her vehicle. The complainant stated that she was unsure whether the damage occurred on BYU property but asked if the surveillance cameras could be reviewed. She indicated that the damage likely occurred on October 8, 2024, or October 9, 2024, between 0500 and 1330 hours. The complainant sent pictures, which will be attached to the case file. Video surveillance will be reviewed to determine if the damage occurred on BYU property.

Welfare Check
An officer was dispatched to Wyview Park for a welfare check. Dispatch informed the officer that a Dean of Students had requested a welfare check on an individual who had not been attending class and that they were unable to get in touch with the individual. The officer was able to contact a roommate who stated that the individual was currently in class and, as far as he knew, was fine. The roommate provided a new phone number for the individual. The officer attempted to contact the individual but was unsuccessful. The information gathered was then provided to the complainant, who advised that they would reach out to the individual using the new phone number provided.

Accident

While operating a BYU-owned vehicle, a student accidentally ran into a cement pillar, causing damage to the passenger side of the vehicle. A report was filed in accordance with BYU Motor Pool policy.

Welfare Check
An officer was asked to meet with the complainant at the JKB to conduct a welfare check. The complainant explained that his daughter suffers from mental health issues and that he is concerned for her welfare. Contact was made with the subject, who was found not to be a danger to herself or others.

Citizen Contact
An officer was dispatched to call the complainant about a possible stolen laptop. The officer called the complainant and got the initial information for the investigation. While the officer was reviewing camera footage, the complainant stated that they had found their laptop.

Accident
An officer responded to Lot 39 after receiving a report of a traffic accident. The officer was able to contact both vehicle owners. It was determined that the driver of Vehicle 1 had unknowingly struck Vehicle 2 while parking. The necessary information was gathered, and a driver's exchange form will be provided to both owners.

Medical
An officer was dispatched to the Riviera in response to a report of an injured contractor. The officer, along with BYU EMS and Provo Paramedics, arrived at the scene. Provo Paramedics subsequently transported the individual to the hospital. The officer also notified the on-call administrator for the police department and BYU Risk Management.

Medical
The BYU Police and EMS responded to the Indoor Practice Facility after receiving a report of an injured player. The player indicated that he had injured his knee. BYU EMS treated and evaluated him before releasing him. The patient then walked to his vehicle.

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