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Police Beat • 09/03/2024
Fraud
On August 30, 2024, a Speech Pathologist employed in the Nebo School District area received a fraudulent email from someone impersonating her boss, requesting her phone number. After she complied, the impersonator, still posing as her boss, sent a text message instructing her to purchase six $250 gift cards from Sephora for a conference call. Believing she was acting on her boss's behalf, the complainant purchased the cards and sent images of them to the scammer. The impersonator then requested four additional gift cards, which raised the complainant's suspicions. Realizing she had been scammed, she returned to Sephora but found that the funds had already been transferred. After confirming with her bank that $1,500 was drained from her account, she reported the fraud to the local police. The responding officer documented the incident but advised the complainant to also report it to the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) and, due to her living situation in student housing, to the BYU Police as well. This case was referred to investigations for follow up.
Suspicious Circumstance
An officer was dispatched to investigate suspicious bags placed at the east doors of the Tanner Building. Upon arrival, the officer contacted the individual who had placed the bags. The bags were positioned outside each entrance so that Campus Floral could tie large balloons to them in the morning. Each bag contained 3-gallon jugs of water, and there were three bags at each of the main entrances to the Tanner Building.
Sex Offense
An officer responded to a report of a possible delayed sexual assault from 2009 at the JKB. After assessing the situation and speaking with the complainant, the officer concluded that, while the behavior in question was inappropriate, it did not constitute a crime. The officer informed the complainant of this determination and recommended she contact the Title IX office to formally report the incident.
Found Property
A student found a wallet on the sidewalk around 200 E University Pkwy and turned it into the BYU Police Department. An officer identified the owner with a BYU ID inside the wallet and returned it.
Citizen Contact
A police officer was sent to investigate a potential fraud case involving a female individual. Upon meeting her, the officer confirmed that she had not shared any personal information or financial details with the suspected fraudster. To safeguard her interests, the officer advised her to delete any related messages and to block any further communication from the other party.
Theft
Officers were alerted to the disappearance of golf carts from the Heritage Halls Central Building. During the investigation, one cart was recovered overnight, while another was found at Helaman Halls. Authorities identified and located the individuals responsible for taking the golf carts, and they plan to pursue legal action against the drivers involved.
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On August 30, 2024, a Speech Pathologist employed in the Nebo School District area received a fraudulent email from someone impersonating her boss, requesting her phone number. After she complied, the impersonator, still posing as her boss, sent a text message instructing her to purchase six $250 gift cards from Sephora for a conference call. Believing she was acting on her boss's behalf, the complainant purchased the cards and sent images of them to the scammer. The impersonator then requested four additional gift cards, which raised the complainant's suspicions. Realizing she had been scammed, she returned to Sephora but found that the funds had already been transferred. After confirming with her bank that $1,500 was drained from her account, she reported the fraud to the local police. The responding officer documented the incident but advised the complainant to also report it to the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) and, due to her living situation in student housing, to the BYU Police as well. This case was referred to investigations for follow up.
Suspicious Circumstance
An officer was dispatched to investigate suspicious bags placed at the east doors of the Tanner Building. Upon arrival, the officer contacted the individual who had placed the bags. The bags were positioned outside each entrance so that Campus Floral could tie large balloons to them in the morning. Each bag contained 3-gallon jugs of water, and there were three bags at each of the main entrances to the Tanner Building.
Sex Offense
An officer responded to a report of a possible delayed sexual assault from 2009 at the JKB. After assessing the situation and speaking with the complainant, the officer concluded that, while the behavior in question was inappropriate, it did not constitute a crime. The officer informed the complainant of this determination and recommended she contact the Title IX office to formally report the incident.
Found Property
A student found a wallet on the sidewalk around 200 E University Pkwy and turned it into the BYU Police Department. An officer identified the owner with a BYU ID inside the wallet and returned it.
Citizen Contact
A police officer was sent to investigate a potential fraud case involving a female individual. Upon meeting her, the officer confirmed that she had not shared any personal information or financial details with the suspected fraudster. To safeguard her interests, the officer advised her to delete any related messages and to block any further communication from the other party.
Theft
Officers were alerted to the disappearance of golf carts from the Heritage Halls Central Building. During the investigation, one cart was recovered overnight, while another was found at Helaman Halls. Authorities identified and located the individuals responsible for taking the golf carts, and they plan to pursue legal action against the drivers involved.
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Police Beat • 08/31/2024 - 09/02/2024
Mental Subject
Student security reported a male, possibly homeless, yelling on the east side of the Richards building late at night. Officers responded and walked through the area but didn't hear or see the subject. After seeing the male, the security officers went into the Richards building where they felt safe before calling police, so they did not see where the subject went. The individual was not located.
Theft; Bike
A complainant locked his bicycle, IKE, Green and black, Kent, 700C Road Tech, valued at $300 to a bike rack in Wyview Park. The bike was parked yesterday at 4 pm, and today at 10 am, the complainant noticed the bike was gone and his cable lock had been cut and was left behind. The bike was stolen from the bike rack on the north/west corner of building 16. There are no surveillance cameras on that bike rack and there are no suspects currently. The complainant did not have the serial number for the bike, so it has not been listed with the National Crime Information Center.
Fire Investigation
Officers responded to a leaking fire hydrant across the road from the William H. Snow building. Provo Fire flushed the hydrant, which slowed the leak but did not resolve the issue. The officer requested dispatch to notify the water department or someone in physical facilities to address the problem. No further action was taken
Citizen Contact
A police officer took a report from a concerned citizen who discovered that her vehicle's tailpipes had been filled with food wrappers. Fortunately, no damage was done. The responding officer will review surveillance cameras in the area, and this case is under further investigation.
Welfare Check
An officer was dispatched to Heritage Halls to check on a student who had not answered her phone after informing her parents that she was taking insulin due to low blood sugar. The officer arrived at the apartment and spoke with the student, who stated that she was feeling well, and had been asleep. Her phone was also not charging. The officer then communicated this information to the student's parents.
Dumpster Fire
An officer responded to the area of Wymount Terrace building #5 on a report of smoke coming from a garbage container. The Officer arrived and found that there were no flames observed inside the container. Provo Fire Department arrived and found that unknown individuals had put hot coals in the garbage causing material in the garbage to begin to smolder. Provo Fire was able to soak the smoldering items with water until there was no longer a hazard.
Intoxication
Officers were notified of an alcohol-related offense during a BYU football game at Lavell Edwards Stadium. They encountered two males who appeared to be under the influence of alcohol. The officers escorted the individuals out of the stadium and issued citations for disorderly conduct and public intoxication. The two males subsequently left BYU's property. This case will be referred to the Provo City Attorney's Office for review of potential charges.
Traffic Stop
While driving westbound on University Parkway, a police officer observed a white BMW sedan without a license plate also traveling westbound on University Parkway. The officer initiated a traffic stop. After checking the driver’s information, it was discovered that the driver had an active warrant for his arrest. The driver was subsequently arrested and booked into the Utah County Jail.
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Student security reported a male, possibly homeless, yelling on the east side of the Richards building late at night. Officers responded and walked through the area but didn't hear or see the subject. After seeing the male, the security officers went into the Richards building where they felt safe before calling police, so they did not see where the subject went. The individual was not located.
Theft; Bike
A complainant locked his bicycle, IKE, Green and black, Kent, 700C Road Tech, valued at $300 to a bike rack in Wyview Park. The bike was parked yesterday at 4 pm, and today at 10 am, the complainant noticed the bike was gone and his cable lock had been cut and was left behind. The bike was stolen from the bike rack on the north/west corner of building 16. There are no surveillance cameras on that bike rack and there are no suspects currently. The complainant did not have the serial number for the bike, so it has not been listed with the National Crime Information Center.
Fire Investigation
Officers responded to a leaking fire hydrant across the road from the William H. Snow building. Provo Fire flushed the hydrant, which slowed the leak but did not resolve the issue. The officer requested dispatch to notify the water department or someone in physical facilities to address the problem. No further action was taken
Citizen Contact
A police officer took a report from a concerned citizen who discovered that her vehicle's tailpipes had been filled with food wrappers. Fortunately, no damage was done. The responding officer will review surveillance cameras in the area, and this case is under further investigation.
Welfare Check
An officer was dispatched to Heritage Halls to check on a student who had not answered her phone after informing her parents that she was taking insulin due to low blood sugar. The officer arrived at the apartment and spoke with the student, who stated that she was feeling well, and had been asleep. Her phone was also not charging. The officer then communicated this information to the student's parents.
Dumpster Fire
An officer responded to the area of Wymount Terrace building #5 on a report of smoke coming from a garbage container. The Officer arrived and found that there were no flames observed inside the container. Provo Fire Department arrived and found that unknown individuals had put hot coals in the garbage causing material in the garbage to begin to smolder. Provo Fire was able to soak the smoldering items with water until there was no longer a hazard.
Intoxication
Officers were notified of an alcohol-related offense during a BYU football game at Lavell Edwards Stadium. They encountered two males who appeared to be under the influence of alcohol. The officers escorted the individuals out of the stadium and issued citations for disorderly conduct and public intoxication. The two males subsequently left BYU's property. This case will be referred to the Provo City Attorney's Office for review of potential charges.
Traffic Stop
While driving westbound on University Parkway, a police officer observed a white BMW sedan without a license plate also traveling westbound on University Parkway. The officer initiated a traffic stop. After checking the driver’s information, it was discovered that the driver had an active warrant for his arrest. The driver was subsequently arrested and booked into the Utah County Jail.
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Police Beat • 08/30/2024
Medical
BYU officers and EMS responded to the Wilkinson Student Center on the report of several individuals who were suffering from allergic reactions. Medical contacted individuals who had eaten or had been exposed to some nuts or nut-based foods. They were evaluated and treated by EMS and released on scene.
Information
An officer responded to Lot 34 concerning a traffic accident involving a BYU vehicle. Upon arrival, the officer contacted the drivers and determined the accident had occurred on Provo City Street. A Provo Officer was already on the scene and stated they would be handling the investigation.
Medical
An officer was approached by a female at the Smith Field House who requested medical help. She stated that she was experiencing a nosebleed and felt as if she might pass out. An athletic trainer from a sports team assisted her until Provo Paramedics arrived. The paramedics evaluated her condition and consulted with her mother. They advised the female to go home and rest. Officers then provided a ride for the female and her roommate to their housing complex.
Vehicle Impound
A BYU police officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a motor vehicle equipment violation. During the stop, the officer discovered that the vehicle did not have insurance. The officer requested a state impound tow for the vehicle, and Don Shelley Towing towed it. The driver received a citation, and a state impound form.
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BYU officers and EMS responded to the Wilkinson Student Center on the report of several individuals who were suffering from allergic reactions. Medical contacted individuals who had eaten or had been exposed to some nuts or nut-based foods. They were evaluated and treated by EMS and released on scene.
Information
An officer responded to Lot 34 concerning a traffic accident involving a BYU vehicle. Upon arrival, the officer contacted the drivers and determined the accident had occurred on Provo City Street. A Provo Officer was already on the scene and stated they would be handling the investigation.
Medical
An officer was approached by a female at the Smith Field House who requested medical help. She stated that she was experiencing a nosebleed and felt as if she might pass out. An athletic trainer from a sports team assisted her until Provo Paramedics arrived. The paramedics evaluated her condition and consulted with her mother. They advised the female to go home and rest. Officers then provided a ride for the female and her roommate to their housing complex.
Vehicle Impound
A BYU police officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a motor vehicle equipment violation. During the stop, the officer discovered that the vehicle did not have insurance. The officer requested a state impound tow for the vehicle, and Don Shelley Towing towed it. The driver received a citation, and a state impound form.
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Police Beat • 08/29/2024
Accident – with Injuries
BYU Police Officers responded to a traffic accident with injuries near Canyon Road & Cougar Boulevard. A distracted driver rear-ended a stopped vehicle, which caused that vehicle to hit the rear end of another stopped vehicle. Provo EMS responded to the scene and evaluated one female patient, who was cleared and denied transport to the hospital. A total of three vehicles were involved in the accident and each vehicle sustained significant damage and one was towed. Each party was provided with a copy of the driver information exchange form and was advised on how to file their insurance claims.
Medical
BYU officers and EMS personnel from BYU and Provo City responded to a metal workshop on campus because a student had been injured by a machine. The individual was conscious, breathing, and had sustained lacerations from the machine. The wounds were not severe enough to require emergency medical attention at the hospital. The student was not transported by EMS and was treated on scene. BYU Risk Management was notified and responded to the scene.
Citizen Dispute
A BYU officer mediated a citizen dispute between two parties who spent time on campus. No crime was committed.
Theft-Bike Seat
A BYU officer took a report of a stolen bicycle seat at Heritage Halls near bike rack 15. The officer made contact by phone and collected related statements. No current suspect information. Surveillance footage is being reviewed.
Suspicious
An officer took a report of a suspicious person in the law library. The subject was contacted by librarians at the location and was escorted from the premises. The subject became verbally abusive. The subject was not identified. Security services and police were notified. The case is under investigation.
Found Person
Officers responded on location to a report of a found child at a Wymount Terrace playground. The child had become separated from parent/guardian. Mother was located a short distance away. The family reunited with no further action taken.
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BYU Police Officers responded to a traffic accident with injuries near Canyon Road & Cougar Boulevard. A distracted driver rear-ended a stopped vehicle, which caused that vehicle to hit the rear end of another stopped vehicle. Provo EMS responded to the scene and evaluated one female patient, who was cleared and denied transport to the hospital. A total of three vehicles were involved in the accident and each vehicle sustained significant damage and one was towed. Each party was provided with a copy of the driver information exchange form and was advised on how to file their insurance claims.
Medical
BYU officers and EMS personnel from BYU and Provo City responded to a metal workshop on campus because a student had been injured by a machine. The individual was conscious, breathing, and had sustained lacerations from the machine. The wounds were not severe enough to require emergency medical attention at the hospital. The student was not transported by EMS and was treated on scene. BYU Risk Management was notified and responded to the scene.
Citizen Dispute
A BYU officer mediated a citizen dispute between two parties who spent time on campus. No crime was committed.
Theft-Bike Seat
A BYU officer took a report of a stolen bicycle seat at Heritage Halls near bike rack 15. The officer made contact by phone and collected related statements. No current suspect information. Surveillance footage is being reviewed.
Suspicious
An officer took a report of a suspicious person in the law library. The subject was contacted by librarians at the location and was escorted from the premises. The subject became verbally abusive. The subject was not identified. Security services and police were notified. The case is under investigation.
Found Person
Officers responded on location to a report of a found child at a Wymount Terrace playground. The child had become separated from parent/guardian. Mother was located a short distance away. The family reunited with no further action taken.
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Police Beat • 08/28/2024
Accident -Property Damage
An officer responded to a traffic accident at 900 North and Campus Drive. Two vehicles were traveling westbound on 900 North in the same direction when the vehicle in the far-right lane made a left-hand turn in front of the vehicle in the inside lane that was traveling straight. The driver who made the turn caused the collision and stated that they did not see the vehicle to their left.
Weapon Offense
An officer responded to the report of a suspicious subject walking south from the Music Building who may have had throwing stars. Officers checked the area and patrolled the MB and WSC. Officers did not locate anyone matching the description provided.
Abandoned
An officer was dispatched to Wyview Park for a report of an abandoned vehicle. The officer arrived and checked the vehicle. Dispatch reported that the vehicle was not stolen, but did not have a license plate. Due to this, the officer was unable to find an owner for the vehicle and tagged it as abandoned. The officer set the case to reopen in a week to check if the vehicle is still abandoned.
Medical
An officer was dispatched to the Hinckley Center on the report of an adult who had injured their knee earlier in the day and the injury continued to bleed. The patient requested BYU EMS respond to assess the injury, but EMS was not on duty. Provo Medics were dispatched to the scene, assessed the injury, and released the patient without incident.
Disturbance
An officer observed a person who having some mental health issues. Dispatch located the responsible
caretaker and returned the individual to them.
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Police Beat • 08/27/2024
Traffic Accident
A vehicle collided with a metal cement truck clean-out container in the parking lot at Lavell Edwards Stadium. The driver attributed the accident to the sun setting, which impaired visibility. The container was placed within the parking stalls, and the vehicle was traveling through those stalls instead of the designated travel lane. The vehicle sustained significant front-end damage. The driver detached the front bumper and drove the car home.
Information
An officer received a phone call reporting items from a theft had been dropped off in Helaman Halls. After searching the area, the officer found the items in front of May Hall. The complainant was notified and returned to collect the property.
Property Damage
An officer investigated a report of a broken window. The damage was caused from inside the building rather than outside. There are no surveillance cameras monitoring this area. The building manager has requested the installation of a camera in the alterations area to prevent future incidents
Information
A manager from BYU's Educator Preparation Program consulted with an officer regarding a student who sent a personal text to a student employee using the program's work support number. The text was not criminal in nature, and the individual was advised that the support number he used was not intended for personal communication. No additional texts have been received since the incident occurred a week ago. The officer explained to the complainant that there was nothing suspicious or criminal about the incident and that it would be documented in case of any further issues.
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A vehicle collided with a metal cement truck clean-out container in the parking lot at Lavell Edwards Stadium. The driver attributed the accident to the sun setting, which impaired visibility. The container was placed within the parking stalls, and the vehicle was traveling through those stalls instead of the designated travel lane. The vehicle sustained significant front-end damage. The driver detached the front bumper and drove the car home.
Information
An officer received a phone call reporting items from a theft had been dropped off in Helaman Halls. After searching the area, the officer found the items in front of May Hall. The complainant was notified and returned to collect the property.
Property Damage
An officer investigated a report of a broken window. The damage was caused from inside the building rather than outside. There are no surveillance cameras monitoring this area. The building manager has requested the installation of a camera in the alterations area to prevent future incidents
Information
A manager from BYU's Educator Preparation Program consulted with an officer regarding a student who sent a personal text to a student employee using the program's work support number. The text was not criminal in nature, and the individual was advised that the support number he used was not intended for personal communication. No additional texts have been received since the incident occurred a week ago. The officer explained to the complainant that there was nothing suspicious or criminal about the incident and that it would be documented in case of any further issues.
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Police Beat • 08/26/2024
Disorderly
An officer was dispatched to the botany pond on a report of a male chasing the ducks and kicking at them. The officer met with the male, who admitted to chasing the ducks but stated he did not kick them. The male was told by the officer that it is illegal to harass wildlife in Utah. The officer didn’t see any injured ducks, so no further action was taken. The individual was cooperative and left.
Hit & Run
An officer responded to lot 25 near the curb east of Heritage 4 to the report of a hit and run. The complainant stated that between 2100 hours and 2230 hours her vehicle was damaged while parked at curbside. An unknown witness left a note on the windshield of the complainant's car stating they witnessed a large silver Chevrolet Suburban back into her vehicle and leave the scene. The witness was unable to get a license plate number. After reviewing the camera footage, officers could not read the license plate or clearly see that an accident occurred.
Agency Assist
Lehi PD requested the assistance of the BYU Police Department in the locating and apprehending a BYU Staff member working on campus. Assistance was provided as requested and the subject was taken safely into custody.
Hit & Run
An officer took a report of a hit-and-run accident that occurred in Lot 4. The complainant's vehicle was parked, and unoccupied, when another vehicle entered the parking space adjacent to it. The driver was seen hitting the complainant's car and then exited her vehicle to assess the damage. After briefly inspecting the incident, she left the scene without providing any information. Surveillance video of the incident is available. The reporting officer will follow up on this case once the suspect is identified
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An officer was dispatched to the botany pond on a report of a male chasing the ducks and kicking at them. The officer met with the male, who admitted to chasing the ducks but stated he did not kick them. The male was told by the officer that it is illegal to harass wildlife in Utah. The officer didn’t see any injured ducks, so no further action was taken. The individual was cooperative and left.
Hit & Run
An officer responded to lot 25 near the curb east of Heritage 4 to the report of a hit and run. The complainant stated that between 2100 hours and 2230 hours her vehicle was damaged while parked at curbside. An unknown witness left a note on the windshield of the complainant's car stating they witnessed a large silver Chevrolet Suburban back into her vehicle and leave the scene. The witness was unable to get a license plate number. After reviewing the camera footage, officers could not read the license plate or clearly see that an accident occurred.
Agency Assist
Lehi PD requested the assistance of the BYU Police Department in the locating and apprehending a BYU Staff member working on campus. Assistance was provided as requested and the subject was taken safely into custody.
Hit & Run
An officer took a report of a hit-and-run accident that occurred in Lot 4. The complainant's vehicle was parked, and unoccupied, when another vehicle entered the parking space adjacent to it. The driver was seen hitting the complainant's car and then exited her vehicle to assess the damage. After briefly inspecting the incident, she left the scene without providing any information. Surveillance video of the incident is available. The reporting officer will follow up on this case once the suspect is identified
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