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Police Beat • 01/11/2025
Accident
A motorist was driving a pickup eastbound on 2230 North when they slid on the icy road and ran off the roadway, hitting the metal and brick fence on Wyview Park property owned by BYU. The truck was undriveable and was towed from the scene. The officer completed a DI9 traffic accident report, and the BYU housing was notified of the damage.
Information
A student filed a report with the BYU Police Department on January 11, 2025, regarding unwanted interactions with a male acquaintance whom she met at a gym in Orem, Utah, in September 2023. Despite setting boundaries and trying to distance herself, the individual continued to contact her, even after she learned he was married and a father. The complainant has asked him to stop approaching her at the gym, coming to her place of work, or approaching her at the Lee Library, but he continued to send her texts. She has since changed gyms and is asking law enforcement to document the incidents but not to take further action or contact him.
Public Peace
An officer responded to Lot 52 regarding a noise complaint. A tenant in Wymount reported several people around a white vehicle parked in the lot, making a lot of noise. The officer arrived and checked the entire parking lot but did not find anyone making noise or causing a disturbance. The complainant did not want contact, only for the area to be checked.
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A motorist was driving a pickup eastbound on 2230 North when they slid on the icy road and ran off the roadway, hitting the metal and brick fence on Wyview Park property owned by BYU. The truck was undriveable and was towed from the scene. The officer completed a DI9 traffic accident report, and the BYU housing was notified of the damage.
Information
A student filed a report with the BYU Police Department on January 11, 2025, regarding unwanted interactions with a male acquaintance whom she met at a gym in Orem, Utah, in September 2023. Despite setting boundaries and trying to distance herself, the individual continued to contact her, even after she learned he was married and a father. The complainant has asked him to stop approaching her at the gym, coming to her place of work, or approaching her at the Lee Library, but he continued to send her texts. She has since changed gyms and is asking law enforcement to document the incidents but not to take further action or contact him.
Public Peace
An officer responded to Lot 52 regarding a noise complaint. A tenant in Wymount reported several people around a white vehicle parked in the lot, making a lot of noise. The officer arrived and checked the entire parking lot but did not find anyone making noise or causing a disturbance. The complainant did not want contact, only for the area to be checked.
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Police Beat • 01/10/2025
Medical
BYU Police and Provo Fire responded to a medical call at Wyview Park after an adult female tenant reported experiencing chest pain. Before medical personnel could conduct a thorough assessment, the patient chose to be driven to the hospital by her husband in their personal vehicle. No further actions were taken by emergency responders.
Traffic Offense
A motorist reported accidentally hitting a pedestrian in the crosswalk at 700 East South Campus Drive. The motorist attempted to speak with the pedestrian, but the individual walked away without responding. The officer filed a report in case they report the incident later.
Fire Alarm
An officer was dispatched to Wymound 17C in response to a report of a smoke alarm activation. Upon arrival, the officer determined that the alarm was triggered by cooking smoke, with no flames present and no damage to the apartment. The officer silenced and acknowledged the alarm before notifying BYU Electricians and BYU Housing for further assistance.
Accident Hit-and-Run
An officer responded to a delayed report of a hit-and-run accident in the parking lot north of the music building. Upon returning to his vehicle, the complainant discovered that the front driver's side corner of his car had sustained damage to the fender and bumper. The officer reviewed surveillance footage, which showed a Dodge Ram pickup striking the complainant's vehicle and then fleeing the scene. The officer managed to speak with the driver of the Dodge Ram, who has agreed to come in for an interview. The investigation is still ongoing.
Found Property
Public Assist - Lost Item Recovered, Lot 16: The complainant called to report that she was parked in Lot 16 and suspected her garage door opener had fallen out of her car. An officer contacted her, and she guided him to her parking location and the approximate whereabouts of the item. The officer went to the location and found the opener lying on the ground. Since the complainant had left campus and would not return until Monday, the officer offered to place the opener on her desk in McKay Building, Room 206T.
Theft
An officer was dispatched to contact the complainant regarding a delayed theft reported at the Eyring Science Center. The complainant stated that a video card from a computer lab had been stolen over a 10-day period. There is currently no suspect information.
Theft
An officer was assigned to investigate the theft of an electric scooter from the bicycle rack near building #3 at Heritage Halls. The scooter was reported stolen between December 18, 2024, and January 4, 2025. Currently, there is no suspect information available. The case has been referred to investigators for further follow-up.
Medical
An officer was dispatched to Heritage Halls, Building 7, to assist medical personnel with a student who had passed out. When the officer arrived, he assisted Provo Fire and BYU EMS as they briefly evaluated the student's condition. The student declined to be transported to a medical facility and was taken to her apartment by friends.
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BYU Police and Provo Fire responded to a medical call at Wyview Park after an adult female tenant reported experiencing chest pain. Before medical personnel could conduct a thorough assessment, the patient chose to be driven to the hospital by her husband in their personal vehicle. No further actions were taken by emergency responders.
Traffic Offense
A motorist reported accidentally hitting a pedestrian in the crosswalk at 700 East South Campus Drive. The motorist attempted to speak with the pedestrian, but the individual walked away without responding. The officer filed a report in case they report the incident later.
Fire Alarm
An officer was dispatched to Wymound 17C in response to a report of a smoke alarm activation. Upon arrival, the officer determined that the alarm was triggered by cooking smoke, with no flames present and no damage to the apartment. The officer silenced and acknowledged the alarm before notifying BYU Electricians and BYU Housing for further assistance.
Accident Hit-and-Run
An officer responded to a delayed report of a hit-and-run accident in the parking lot north of the music building. Upon returning to his vehicle, the complainant discovered that the front driver's side corner of his car had sustained damage to the fender and bumper. The officer reviewed surveillance footage, which showed a Dodge Ram pickup striking the complainant's vehicle and then fleeing the scene. The officer managed to speak with the driver of the Dodge Ram, who has agreed to come in for an interview. The investigation is still ongoing.
Found Property
Public Assist - Lost Item Recovered, Lot 16: The complainant called to report that she was parked in Lot 16 and suspected her garage door opener had fallen out of her car. An officer contacted her, and she guided him to her parking location and the approximate whereabouts of the item. The officer went to the location and found the opener lying on the ground. Since the complainant had left campus and would not return until Monday, the officer offered to place the opener on her desk in McKay Building, Room 206T.
Theft
An officer was dispatched to contact the complainant regarding a delayed theft reported at the Eyring Science Center. The complainant stated that a video card from a computer lab had been stolen over a 10-day period. There is currently no suspect information.
Theft
An officer was assigned to investigate the theft of an electric scooter from the bicycle rack near building #3 at Heritage Halls. The scooter was reported stolen between December 18, 2024, and January 4, 2025. Currently, there is no suspect information available. The case has been referred to investigators for further follow-up.
Medical
An officer was dispatched to Heritage Halls, Building 7, to assist medical personnel with a student who had passed out. When the officer arrived, he assisted Provo Fire and BYU EMS as they briefly evaluated the student's condition. The student declined to be transported to a medical facility and was taken to her apartment by friends.
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Police Beat • 01/09/2025
Unsecure Door
An officer was dispatched to the ROTC building regarding an open door of a Hummer parked in the parking area of Lot 27. The officer responded and found the vehicle's door to be open. Upon looking inside, nothing seemed out of the ordinary. The officer then shut the door to secure the vehicle.
Fire-Alarm
The officer responded to the Culinary Support Center for a fire alarm caused by steam. Upon arrival, the officer found that the employees had evacuated the building. After confirming the cause of the alarm, the officer silenced it at the fire panel. Employees were then allowed to re-enter the building. The officer cleared the scene before the alarm technician arrived to reset the alarm.
Suspicious
BYU Police were dispatched to the area of Heritage Halls after receiving a report from the complainant that a male was loitering near the dumpsters by Building 12. The complainant noted that the male was wearing a coat and boots. Officers patrolled the area and noticed a BYU work vehicle present. However, they were unable to locate the male. Based on the information gathered, it is likely that the male was an employee.
Welfare Check
An officer responded to the Music Building regarding a subject who was upset and causing a disturbance. The officer arrived and began checking the area for the subject. Contact was made with the complainant, who advised that the subject had left the area. The officer checked the entire building but was unable to locate the subject. It was discovered that the subject was upset because there was a hold on his school account.
Welfare Check
Welfare Check - University Pkwy & Canyon Road: A crisis center contacted dispatch, informing them that one of their callers reported a male sitting under a tree in front of Helaman Halls who expressed a desire to harm himself. Officers searched the area and located the male sitting under the tree with his friend, who had called the crisis center. The officers connected the male with Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). Based on CAPS's recommendation, the officers allowed both the male and female to leave the scene without further action.
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An officer was dispatched to the ROTC building regarding an open door of a Hummer parked in the parking area of Lot 27. The officer responded and found the vehicle's door to be open. Upon looking inside, nothing seemed out of the ordinary. The officer then shut the door to secure the vehicle.
Fire-Alarm
The officer responded to the Culinary Support Center for a fire alarm caused by steam. Upon arrival, the officer found that the employees had evacuated the building. After confirming the cause of the alarm, the officer silenced it at the fire panel. Employees were then allowed to re-enter the building. The officer cleared the scene before the alarm technician arrived to reset the alarm.
Suspicious
BYU Police were dispatched to the area of Heritage Halls after receiving a report from the complainant that a male was loitering near the dumpsters by Building 12. The complainant noted that the male was wearing a coat and boots. Officers patrolled the area and noticed a BYU work vehicle present. However, they were unable to locate the male. Based on the information gathered, it is likely that the male was an employee.
Welfare Check
An officer responded to the Music Building regarding a subject who was upset and causing a disturbance. The officer arrived and began checking the area for the subject. Contact was made with the complainant, who advised that the subject had left the area. The officer checked the entire building but was unable to locate the subject. It was discovered that the subject was upset because there was a hold on his school account.
Welfare Check
Welfare Check - University Pkwy & Canyon Road: A crisis center contacted dispatch, informing them that one of their callers reported a male sitting under a tree in front of Helaman Halls who expressed a desire to harm himself. Officers searched the area and located the male sitting under the tree with his friend, who had called the crisis center. The officers connected the male with Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). Based on CAPS's recommendation, the officers allowed both the male and female to leave the scene without further action.
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Police Beat • 01/08/2025
Welfare Check
Officers were dispatched to the West View Building for a welfare check on a person who was hysterical on the phone. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the individual, who had been having a disagreement with their significant other over the phone. The subject stated that they would be okay and did not need any police assistance. Officers provided the subject with information about various resources available on campus. Ultimately, officers determined that the subject did not need any further assistance.
Medical
An officer responded to the Tanner Building following a report of a student who had crashed on his skateboard and sustained a head injury. The officer met with the student and found that he did not have any open bleeding but possibly had a concussion. Provo Fire responded, evaluated the patient, and determined that it would be best for him to be transported to the hospital. In speaking with the student, it was established that the incident did not occur on campus property. The student had crashed west of Canyon Road on the sidewalk and then continued to campus, where he called for assistance.
Sick Person
BYU Police responded to the Joseph Smith Building to assist a student who was possibly having a medical issue. BYU Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel evaluated the patient and advised that law enforcement assistance was not necessary.
Theft
Report of a stolen bicycle from the LSB parking area: An officer made contact by phone with a BYU student who reported parking two bicycles in the LSB bicycle area during finals week. The caller returned to the location today and found that the bikes were gone. The bicycles have been entered as missing in the local system, and the case is under investigation.
Found Property
An officer was dispatched to the area of the BYU Service Station to meet with the complainant, who had found an Arizona driver's license on the sidewalk and wanted to turn it over to the police. Upon taking possession of the driver's license, the officer made every effort to locate the owner but could not find any contact information for the person. The driver's license was left at the Lost and Found in the Wilkinson Student Center.
Extortion
An officer was dispatched to contact the complainant about an extortion case. The officer spoke with the complainant regarding his use of a dating website named Hinge. The complainant blocked further communication from the suspect and refused to send money. The officer attempted to reach the suspect but was unable to do so because the phone numbers were false. The case was referred to investigators.
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Officers were dispatched to the West View Building for a welfare check on a person who was hysterical on the phone. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the individual, who had been having a disagreement with their significant other over the phone. The subject stated that they would be okay and did not need any police assistance. Officers provided the subject with information about various resources available on campus. Ultimately, officers determined that the subject did not need any further assistance.
Medical
An officer responded to the Tanner Building following a report of a student who had crashed on his skateboard and sustained a head injury. The officer met with the student and found that he did not have any open bleeding but possibly had a concussion. Provo Fire responded, evaluated the patient, and determined that it would be best for him to be transported to the hospital. In speaking with the student, it was established that the incident did not occur on campus property. The student had crashed west of Canyon Road on the sidewalk and then continued to campus, where he called for assistance.
Sick Person
BYU Police responded to the Joseph Smith Building to assist a student who was possibly having a medical issue. BYU Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel evaluated the patient and advised that law enforcement assistance was not necessary.
Theft
Report of a stolen bicycle from the LSB parking area: An officer made contact by phone with a BYU student who reported parking two bicycles in the LSB bicycle area during finals week. The caller returned to the location today and found that the bikes were gone. The bicycles have been entered as missing in the local system, and the case is under investigation.
Found Property
An officer was dispatched to the area of the BYU Service Station to meet with the complainant, who had found an Arizona driver's license on the sidewalk and wanted to turn it over to the police. Upon taking possession of the driver's license, the officer made every effort to locate the owner but could not find any contact information for the person. The driver's license was left at the Lost and Found in the Wilkinson Student Center.
Extortion
An officer was dispatched to contact the complainant about an extortion case. The officer spoke with the complainant regarding his use of a dating website named Hinge. The complainant blocked further communication from the suspect and refused to send money. The officer attempted to reach the suspect but was unable to do so because the phone numbers were false. The case was referred to investigators.
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Police Beat • 01/07/2025
Alarm
An officer was dispatched to the Law Library stairwell in response to a report of a door being held open. The officer arrived at the location and closed the door. Upon reviewing the area, the officer did not observe anything suspicious. This appears to be an ongoing issue that the administration is attempting to address.
Citizen Contact
Officers were dispatched to the Harold B. Lee Library regarding a potentially suspicious individual in a construction zone. Upon arrival, the officers met with the individual, who turned out to be a BYU painter with authorized access to the area. Nothing suspicious was found.
Medical
An officer was assigned by the Dispatch Center to respond to a medical call in Lot 20 following a traffic accident on University Parkway north of the Marriott Center. Provo Police Department officers were on the scene and canceled BYU Police officers while they were en route. Provo PD handled the traffic accident, and there was no need for medical assistance.
Sick Person
Officers were dispatched to assist a sick person near Heritage. The female was evaluated, and BYU EMS requested that we shuttle her to the student health center. After the shuttle arrived, EMS assisted the female into the center. No further action was taken.
Abandoned 911 Hang-up
An abandoned 911 hang-up call was handled by dispatch. The caller was contacted, and it was determined that the call was inadvertent.
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An officer was dispatched to the Law Library stairwell in response to a report of a door being held open. The officer arrived at the location and closed the door. Upon reviewing the area, the officer did not observe anything suspicious. This appears to be an ongoing issue that the administration is attempting to address.
Citizen Contact
Officers were dispatched to the Harold B. Lee Library regarding a potentially suspicious individual in a construction zone. Upon arrival, the officers met with the individual, who turned out to be a BYU painter with authorized access to the area. Nothing suspicious was found.
Medical
An officer was assigned by the Dispatch Center to respond to a medical call in Lot 20 following a traffic accident on University Parkway north of the Marriott Center. Provo Police Department officers were on the scene and canceled BYU Police officers while they were en route. Provo PD handled the traffic accident, and there was no need for medical assistance.
Sick Person
Officers were dispatched to assist a sick person near Heritage. The female was evaluated, and BYU EMS requested that we shuttle her to the student health center. After the shuttle arrived, EMS assisted the female into the center. No further action was taken.
Abandoned 911 Hang-up
An abandoned 911 hang-up call was handled by dispatch. The caller was contacted, and it was determined that the call was inadvertent.
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Police Beat • 01/06/2025
Sex Offense
An officer received a delayed report of a possible sexual abuse case that occurred on campus. The officer spoke with the complainant and gathered information about the situation. The complainant was asked to complete a written statement and email it to the officer. Currently, it is believed that neither the suspect nor the victim has ties to the BYU campus. Once the statement is received, the case will be forwarded to the Investigations Division for further follow-up.
Suspicious Circumstance
While patrolling the main campus of Brigham Young University, an officer was flagged down by a female near Lot 59. She reported that a white male, dressed in all black, had been looking into cars before running away. The witness noted that the incident happened quickly, so she was unable to provide a detailed description of the suspect. Officers subsequently searched the surrounding parking lots, buildings, and neighborhoods but found no signs of break-ins or foul play. Ultimately, they were unable to locate the suspect and cleared the scene.
Robbery Alarm
Officers responded to a robbery alarm at the Creamery on Ninth Street. It turned out to be an accidental alarm triggered by an employee. The manager discussed the importance of employee training and agreed to improve the training processes.
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An officer received a delayed report of a possible sexual abuse case that occurred on campus. The officer spoke with the complainant and gathered information about the situation. The complainant was asked to complete a written statement and email it to the officer. Currently, it is believed that neither the suspect nor the victim has ties to the BYU campus. Once the statement is received, the case will be forwarded to the Investigations Division for further follow-up.
Suspicious Circumstance
While patrolling the main campus of Brigham Young University, an officer was flagged down by a female near Lot 59. She reported that a white male, dressed in all black, had been looking into cars before running away. The witness noted that the incident happened quickly, so she was unable to provide a detailed description of the suspect. Officers subsequently searched the surrounding parking lots, buildings, and neighborhoods but found no signs of break-ins or foul play. Ultimately, they were unable to locate the suspect and cleared the scene.
Robbery Alarm
Officers responded to a robbery alarm at the Creamery on Ninth Street. It turned out to be an accidental alarm triggered by an employee. The manager discussed the importance of employee training and agreed to improve the training processes.
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Police Beat • 01/04/2025 - 01/05/2025
Alarm
A held door alarm was triggered at the SAB. An officer responded and determined that the door was being held open by air pressure. After inspecting the area, the officer found no issues.
Alarm
An officer was dispatched to the Heritage Halls Central building following a report of a door alarm. Upon arrival, the officer observed a door stop blocking the door from closing. No individuals were seen in the area. The officer removed the door stop and closed the door.
Additional Alarms and Lockouts
Officers responded to multiple other alarms and lockouts on campus during this reporting period.
Suspicious
The complainant was suspicious of salespeople visiting her apartment today. They had scheduled the appointment by phone earlier in the week, but her suspicions grew when they claimed to be giving away a free child protection kit while actually selling life insurance, which she did not see as related. She canceled the appointment, and they left without any issues; however, she remained concerned that it might be a scam company. The company's name is American Income Life Insurance. The officer was able to look up the business online, and it appeared legitimate, advertising a free child protection kit. She had not provided any personal information to the company and had no obligation to them, so she was advised that they could be trespassed from her residence if necessary. She indicated that she would contact us again if the company became a problem.
Fire Alarm
An officer responded to a fire alarm at Wymount Terrace, Building 17B. Upon arrival, the officer met with the resident, who explained that he had left a frying pan with oil on the stove while making dinner. The pan became too hot and started smoking, triggering the alarm. During the conversation, the officer did not observe any damage to the apartment. Risk management and the electric shop were notified of the incident
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A held door alarm was triggered at the SAB. An officer responded and determined that the door was being held open by air pressure. After inspecting the area, the officer found no issues.
Alarm
An officer was dispatched to the Heritage Halls Central building following a report of a door alarm. Upon arrival, the officer observed a door stop blocking the door from closing. No individuals were seen in the area. The officer removed the door stop and closed the door.
Additional Alarms and Lockouts
Officers responded to multiple other alarms and lockouts on campus during this reporting period.
Suspicious
The complainant was suspicious of salespeople visiting her apartment today. They had scheduled the appointment by phone earlier in the week, but her suspicions grew when they claimed to be giving away a free child protection kit while actually selling life insurance, which she did not see as related. She canceled the appointment, and they left without any issues; however, she remained concerned that it might be a scam company. The company's name is American Income Life Insurance. The officer was able to look up the business online, and it appeared legitimate, advertising a free child protection kit. She had not provided any personal information to the company and had no obligation to them, so she was advised that they could be trespassed from her residence if necessary. She indicated that she would contact us again if the company became a problem.
Fire Alarm
An officer responded to a fire alarm at Wymount Terrace, Building 17B. Upon arrival, the officer met with the resident, who explained that he had left a frying pan with oil on the stove while making dinner. The pan became too hot and started smoking, triggering the alarm. During the conversation, the officer did not observe any damage to the apartment. Risk management and the electric shop were notified of the incident
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