Information/Scam A caller reported ongoing fraud and scam attempts over the past several days, involving threatening text messages and emails demanding money. An officer made contact by phone to advise on the incident and provide social media safety tips. At this time, no monetary loss has been reported. The suspect, an unknown internet entity, is using social media to solicit scam business opportunities. The subject has been blocked and communication has been cut off.
Information on Threats The ongoing social media chatter surrounding rivalry week between BYU and U of U football has generated concern among campus authorities. Rumors circulating online suggest that some antagonists may be planning to engage in unsportsmanlike conduct on, near, or around BYU campus, with specific mention of an attempt to blackout the Y-on-Y Mountain. In response, campus officers have documented and responded to these alerts in accordance with established protocols.
Information Police dispatch received an email from a concerned individual reporting an online post referencing the Utah and BYU game. The email included a screenshot of the post, but the message was vague and lacked clear context. The officer promptly notified Investigations to conduct a risk analysis regarding the potential threat.
Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarm A police officer responded to Wyview Housing Offices after an employee reported a carbon monoxide (CO) alarm beeping and expressed concern. The Provo Fire Department arrived and assessed the alarm panel, which indicated a supervisory alarm in Building 18. The fire department and officer checked the apartment in that building, but no issues were found. It was determined that the building's fire panel showed a faulty photo sensor in the bedroom. A housing employee was dispatched to fix the sensor and address the issue.
Suspicious An officer responded to the Harold B. Lee Library to meet with a security officer. During the conversation, the security officer reported observing on surveillance footage that an individual had entered the library with an object in his mouth that appeared to be marijuana. The officer later contacted the suspect, who then explained and demonstrated that the item in his mouth was actually a cinnamon stick.
Medical An officer and BYU EMS responded to the RB field on an injured player. A student playing intramural soccer twisted their knees. BYU EMS evaluated the injury and provided first aid. The student chose to seek further medical treatment on their own.
Medical BYU EMS and an officer were sent to the Wilkinson Center game room lobby for an injured student who had cut his chin. The injury was accidental, and the student was just outside the EMS office. EMS attended to the injury and released the student. An officer did not respond.
