Police Beat
Police Beat • 08/14/2026
Audible Alarm
Officers responded to an alarm on the third floor of the UPC. They were unable to silence the fire alarm panel, so the Electrical Shop was contacted to investigate and resolve the issue.
Fire Alarm
Officers responded to a fire alarm at Helaman Halls. The fire panel was located and silenced. An electrician later arrived, reset the alarm, and checked the device.
Door Alarm
Officers responded to a door alarm at Heritage Halls. The area and doors were checked. No issues were found so the alarm was reset.
Lost Property
Officers contacted a complainant regarding a missing laptop left on a table inside the Riviera clubhouse. Video review showed an employee securing the laptop in a back room while closing the building. Staff confirmed they had the laptop, and the complainant arranged to pick it up.
Welfare Check
Officers responded to a report of a gold Toyota Sienna after receiving a report that someone was possibly living inside the vehicle. The vehicle was located but unoccupied. Attempts to contact the registered owner by phone and text were unsuccessful. Officers will check the vehicle again later for the owner’s welfare.
Intrusion Alarm
Officers responded to an intrusion alarm at the Talmage Building. They found an employee working in the area with permission. Nothing suspicious or concerning was occurring.
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Officers responded to an alarm on the third floor of the UPC. They were unable to silence the fire alarm panel, so the Electrical Shop was contacted to investigate and resolve the issue.
Fire Alarm
Officers responded to a fire alarm at Helaman Halls. The fire panel was located and silenced. An electrician later arrived, reset the alarm, and checked the device.
Door Alarm
Officers responded to a door alarm at Heritage Halls. The area and doors were checked. No issues were found so the alarm was reset.
Lost Property
Officers contacted a complainant regarding a missing laptop left on a table inside the Riviera clubhouse. Video review showed an employee securing the laptop in a back room while closing the building. Staff confirmed they had the laptop, and the complainant arranged to pick it up.
Welfare Check
Officers responded to a report of a gold Toyota Sienna after receiving a report that someone was possibly living inside the vehicle. The vehicle was located but unoccupied. Attempts to contact the registered owner by phone and text were unsuccessful. Officers will check the vehicle again later for the owner’s welfare.
Intrusion Alarm
Officers responded to an intrusion alarm at the Talmage Building. They found an employee working in the area with permission. Nothing suspicious or concerning was occurring.
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Police Beat • 08/13/2026
Door Alarm
Officers responded to a violated door alarm at the SAB. An exterior door was found propped open upon officer arrival. The door and surrounding area were checked, and nothing suspicious was found. Security Dispatch was notified and will have a technician inspect the alarm.
Fire Alarm
Officers responded to a fire alarm at Wyview Park. Residents were outside while the alarm was investigated. Fire technicians determined a faulty bedroom alarm was activating without smoke or fire. The alarm was canceled for the night and scheduled for repair in the morning.
Lockout
An officer responded to the Harold B. Lee Library to assist a security guard who had locked his access keys inside the security office.
Duress Alarm
A silent duress alarm activated in BRMB room 267. Officers found no one in the room or nearby. The alarm button did not appear to have been pressed, but it was reset. Security confirmed the alarm was no longer active.
Duress Alarm
Officers responded to a duress alarm at the Creamery on 900 East. An employee had accidentally activated the alarm. The officer reset it, as no emergency was present.
Theft
Officers contacted a complainant regarding a missing laundry basket left in a basement laundry room. When the complainant returned about 90 minutes later, the basket was gone. There is no suspect information at this time.
Sick Person
Officers responded to Helaman Halls Building 9 for a medical issue. The patient reported tingling lips and dizziness. Provo Fire assessed him and found no abnormalities. The patient refused transport and was released.
Duress Alarm
An officer responded to a duress alarm at the Dean of Students conference room. The silent alarm had not been activated, and the panic button was not pressed. Security Dispatch and IT were notified to investigate a possible Genetic system issue.
Fire Alarm
An officer responded to an audible fire alarm at West Campus. No fire, smoke, or issues were found. The alarm was cleared and will be evaluated during the day to determine if replacement is needed.
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Officers responded to a violated door alarm at the SAB. An exterior door was found propped open upon officer arrival. The door and surrounding area were checked, and nothing suspicious was found. Security Dispatch was notified and will have a technician inspect the alarm.
Fire Alarm
Officers responded to a fire alarm at Wyview Park. Residents were outside while the alarm was investigated. Fire technicians determined a faulty bedroom alarm was activating without smoke or fire. The alarm was canceled for the night and scheduled for repair in the morning.
Lockout
An officer responded to the Harold B. Lee Library to assist a security guard who had locked his access keys inside the security office.
Duress Alarm
A silent duress alarm activated in BRMB room 267. Officers found no one in the room or nearby. The alarm button did not appear to have been pressed, but it was reset. Security confirmed the alarm was no longer active.
Duress Alarm
Officers responded to a duress alarm at the Creamery on 900 East. An employee had accidentally activated the alarm. The officer reset it, as no emergency was present.
Theft
Officers contacted a complainant regarding a missing laundry basket left in a basement laundry room. When the complainant returned about 90 minutes later, the basket was gone. There is no suspect information at this time.
Sick Person
Officers responded to Helaman Halls Building 9 for a medical issue. The patient reported tingling lips and dizziness. Provo Fire assessed him and found no abnormalities. The patient refused transport and was released.
Duress Alarm
An officer responded to a duress alarm at the Dean of Students conference room. The silent alarm had not been activated, and the panic button was not pressed. Security Dispatch and IT were notified to investigate a possible Genetic system issue.
Fire Alarm
An officer responded to an audible fire alarm at West Campus. No fire, smoke, or issues were found. The alarm was cleared and will be evaluated during the day to determine if replacement is needed.
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Police Beat • 08/12/2026
Property Damage
An officer received emails regarding an individual who placed something on the Arts Building, altering its appearance. Video footage was reviewed, but the subject never passed a camera close enough for identification. The subject was later seen leaving campus, and no vehicle information was obtained. There are no leads at this time.
Accident
Officers responded to Lot 39 for an accident report. A BYU employee driving a BYU vehicle backed into an unoccupied parked vehicle. The owner of the parked vehicle was located and provided with insurance and case information.
Suspicious
An officer contacted a complainant regarding a delayed suspicious incident at Wyview Park. A stranger opened the complainant’s apartment door, realized he was in the wrong unit, apologized, and left. The door had been unlocked. The officer advised keeping the door secured. The stranger could not be identified.
Agency Assist
Officers responded to 445 West Center Street in Provo to assist Provo City Police after a city vehicle’s mirror struck a parked vehicle. No damage was found on the parked vehicle. Information was exchanged, and photos were added to the case.
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An officer received emails regarding an individual who placed something on the Arts Building, altering its appearance. Video footage was reviewed, but the subject never passed a camera close enough for identification. The subject was later seen leaving campus, and no vehicle information was obtained. There are no leads at this time.
Accident
Officers responded to Lot 39 for an accident report. A BYU employee driving a BYU vehicle backed into an unoccupied parked vehicle. The owner of the parked vehicle was located and provided with insurance and case information.
Suspicious
An officer contacted a complainant regarding a delayed suspicious incident at Wyview Park. A stranger opened the complainant’s apartment door, realized he was in the wrong unit, apologized, and left. The door had been unlocked. The officer advised keeping the door secured. The stranger could not be identified.
Agency Assist
Officers responded to 445 West Center Street in Provo to assist Provo City Police after a city vehicle’s mirror struck a parked vehicle. No damage was found on the parked vehicle. Information was exchanged, and photos were added to the case.
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Police Beat • 08/11/2026
Door Alarm
An officer responded to Heleman Halls after a door alarm was triggered. The officer found an exterior door was being held open by a rock. The rock was removed, the door secured, and nothing suspicious was observed in the area.
Citizen Contact
An officer responded by phone regarding a possible delayed accident report in Lot 26. After reviewing camera footage, it was determined the accident occurred before the complainant arrived on campus. The officer offered to take a report, but the complainant chose to contact the agency where the accident likely occurred.
Citizen Contact – Ban Letter
An officer received a temporary ban letter that needed to be served. The officer contacted the subject via email, confirmed her identity, and sent the ban letter. The subject acknowledged receipt. A copy of the email chain and ban letter was attached to the case.
Theft
Officers responded to a report of a stolen electric scooter from the bike rack on the north side of the David O. Mckay Building. The victim left the scooter unlocked at 0800 and returned at 1315 to find it missing. Camera review showed a female suspect taking the scooter and loading it into a vehicle. The vehicle’s plate was identified via security camera footage. Detectives are working to identify the suspect in the video.
Citizen Contact – Ban Letter
An officer received a temporary ban notice which needed to be served to an individual. The officer contacted the subject by phone, but the subject refused to provide an email and hung up. The officer sent the ban information via text message. The subject later called the officer back with questions, which were answered, and was advised to contact the dean of students for additional information.
Door Alarm
An officer responded to a door alarm and found a door propped open. The officer secured the door, clearing the alarm. Nothing suspicious was found.
Found Property
Officers met with Building Security regarding a found key in the Eyring Science Center. The key was returned to the building manager the following morning.
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An officer responded to Heleman Halls after a door alarm was triggered. The officer found an exterior door was being held open by a rock. The rock was removed, the door secured, and nothing suspicious was observed in the area.
Citizen Contact
An officer responded by phone regarding a possible delayed accident report in Lot 26. After reviewing camera footage, it was determined the accident occurred before the complainant arrived on campus. The officer offered to take a report, but the complainant chose to contact the agency where the accident likely occurred.
Citizen Contact – Ban Letter
An officer received a temporary ban letter that needed to be served. The officer contacted the subject via email, confirmed her identity, and sent the ban letter. The subject acknowledged receipt. A copy of the email chain and ban letter was attached to the case.
Theft
Officers responded to a report of a stolen electric scooter from the bike rack on the north side of the David O. Mckay Building. The victim left the scooter unlocked at 0800 and returned at 1315 to find it missing. Camera review showed a female suspect taking the scooter and loading it into a vehicle. The vehicle’s plate was identified via security camera footage. Detectives are working to identify the suspect in the video.
Citizen Contact – Ban Letter
An officer received a temporary ban notice which needed to be served to an individual. The officer contacted the subject by phone, but the subject refused to provide an email and hung up. The officer sent the ban information via text message. The subject later called the officer back with questions, which were answered, and was advised to contact the dean of students for additional information.
Door Alarm
An officer responded to a door alarm and found a door propped open. The officer secured the door, clearing the alarm. Nothing suspicious was found.
Found Property
Officers met with Building Security regarding a found key in the Eyring Science Center. The key was returned to the building manager the following morning.
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Police Beat • 08/10/2026
Door Alarm
A BYU officer responded to East Campus after receiving a report of an unsecured door. Upon arrival, the officer located and secured the open door. Dispatch advised that carpet cleaners had recently left the building, which likely explained the door being left open. The officer checked the surrounding area, found no issues.
Citizen Contact
BYU officers responded to a report of a possible trespassing incident involving a UTV on the Y Trailhead. After speaking with individuals coming down the trail and contacting BYU Grounds personnel, officers determined that the UTV belonged to BYU Grounds and was being used for authorized trail maintenance work. No trespassing violation occurred, and the incident was resolved.
Agency Assist
An officer assisted Provo Police Department with a traffic accident involving a motorcycle and a passenger vehicle. The motorcyclist sustained injuries as a result of the collision. The officer provided traffic control at the scene and assisted the investigating Provo Police officer by gathering information related to the incident.
Property Damage
An officer took a report of a damaged tire on a vehicle parked in Helaman Halls Parking Lot 41. A tire shop later discovered a razor blade embedded in the tire tread and indicated the tire appeared to have been slashed. The owner was unable to determine whether the damage was intentional or caused by a road hazard. Information was gathered and documented in a report.
Suspicious Activity
An officer investigated a report of two torque wrenches believed to have been taken from a toolbox inside the Small Engine Repair Shop on the BYU campus. Video footage was reviewed, and the complainant identified a coworker as a possible suspect. It was later believed the coworker may have borrowed the wrenches without informing the owner. The complainant planned to verify this with the coworker and follow up with the officer. No crime report was filed at this time.
Theft
Officers took a telephone report of a bicycle theft that occurred at the bike rack near Helaman Building 9. The complainant reported that sometime within the past two weeks, their bike lock had been cut and the bicycle was stolen.
Property Damage
An officer investigated a delayed report of a vehicle being keyed in Parking Lot 37. The complainant reported damage to the driver's side front and rear doors. The officer photographed and documented the damage, reviewed available surveillance footage, and identified a possible suspect. Attempts to contact the suspect were unsuccessful.
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A BYU officer responded to East Campus after receiving a report of an unsecured door. Upon arrival, the officer located and secured the open door. Dispatch advised that carpet cleaners had recently left the building, which likely explained the door being left open. The officer checked the surrounding area, found no issues.
Citizen Contact
BYU officers responded to a report of a possible trespassing incident involving a UTV on the Y Trailhead. After speaking with individuals coming down the trail and contacting BYU Grounds personnel, officers determined that the UTV belonged to BYU Grounds and was being used for authorized trail maintenance work. No trespassing violation occurred, and the incident was resolved.
Agency Assist
An officer assisted Provo Police Department with a traffic accident involving a motorcycle and a passenger vehicle. The motorcyclist sustained injuries as a result of the collision. The officer provided traffic control at the scene and assisted the investigating Provo Police officer by gathering information related to the incident.
Property Damage
An officer took a report of a damaged tire on a vehicle parked in Helaman Halls Parking Lot 41. A tire shop later discovered a razor blade embedded in the tire tread and indicated the tire appeared to have been slashed. The owner was unable to determine whether the damage was intentional or caused by a road hazard. Information was gathered and documented in a report.
Suspicious Activity
An officer investigated a report of two torque wrenches believed to have been taken from a toolbox inside the Small Engine Repair Shop on the BYU campus. Video footage was reviewed, and the complainant identified a coworker as a possible suspect. It was later believed the coworker may have borrowed the wrenches without informing the owner. The complainant planned to verify this with the coworker and follow up with the officer. No crime report was filed at this time.
Theft
Officers took a telephone report of a bicycle theft that occurred at the bike rack near Helaman Building 9. The complainant reported that sometime within the past two weeks, their bike lock had been cut and the bicycle was stolen.
Property Damage
An officer investigated a delayed report of a vehicle being keyed in Parking Lot 37. The complainant reported damage to the driver's side front and rear doors. The officer photographed and documented the damage, reviewed available surveillance footage, and identified a possible suspect. Attempts to contact the suspect were unsuccessful.
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Police Beat • 08/09/2026
Agency Assist
BYU Police assisted Provo Police in searching for a suspect who had fled on foot. Officers helped search the area for approximately one hour but were unable to locate the suspect.
Criminal Mischief
Physical Facilities staff at the Conference Center reported drawings made on bathroom walls with window chalk. The markings caused no permanent damage. Photos were taken, and the writing was cleaned. No suspect information is available.
Theft
An unknown suspect took a golf cart without permission and drove it through the Heritage Halls area. The suspect attempted to drive down stairs, causing the cart to become stuck. Officers helped lift the cart off the stairs, and the complainant returned it to its proper location.
Lockout
Officers responded to East Campus to assist an employee who had locked himself out of his office. Entry was made through an adjacent office, and the employee was able to regain access.
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BYU Police assisted Provo Police in searching for a suspect who had fled on foot. Officers helped search the area for approximately one hour but were unable to locate the suspect.
Criminal Mischief
Physical Facilities staff at the Conference Center reported drawings made on bathroom walls with window chalk. The markings caused no permanent damage. Photos were taken, and the writing was cleaned. No suspect information is available.
Theft
An unknown suspect took a golf cart without permission and drove it through the Heritage Halls area. The suspect attempted to drive down stairs, causing the cart to become stuck. Officers helped lift the cart off the stairs, and the complainant returned it to its proper location.
Lockout
Officers responded to East Campus to assist an employee who had locked himself out of his office. Entry was made through an adjacent office, and the employee was able to regain access.
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Police Beat • 08/08/2026
Door Alarm
Officers responded to a door alarm. The door was found held open by a rock that had been placed to keep it ajar. The rock was removed, discarded, and the door secured. Nothing unusual was observed in the area.
Door Alarm
Officers responded to a door-held-open alarm at the Smith Field House. An outer door was fully propped open, and it was closed and secured after no suspicious activity was found.
Door Alarm
Officers were asked by BYU Security to check an alarm at the north tunnel entrance of the Marriott Annex. The alarm cleared before an officer arrived. Officers checked the area and the doors, but found no issues.
Citizen Contact
An FSY counselor left belongings inside a rental vehicle after returning it and dropping the key in the lockbox. Motorpool directed the counselor to call police. The lockbox was opened, the vehicle unlocked, and the counselor retrieved their belongings.
Accident
Officers responded to a traffic accident in Lot 22 near the Bean Museum. The complainant was sitting in her parked vehicle when another driver collided with her car while parking. The other driver denied the collision and walked away. Camera footage confirmed a minor impact. Photos were taken, and insurance information exchanged.
Abandoned 911
Officers responded to the CSC for multiple abandoned 911 calls. After speaking with employees, they located an employee who had been accidentally pocket‑dialing 911. No emergency was present.
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Officers responded to a door alarm. The door was found held open by a rock that had been placed to keep it ajar. The rock was removed, discarded, and the door secured. Nothing unusual was observed in the area.
Door Alarm
Officers responded to a door-held-open alarm at the Smith Field House. An outer door was fully propped open, and it was closed and secured after no suspicious activity was found.
Door Alarm
Officers were asked by BYU Security to check an alarm at the north tunnel entrance of the Marriott Annex. The alarm cleared before an officer arrived. Officers checked the area and the doors, but found no issues.
Citizen Contact
An FSY counselor left belongings inside a rental vehicle after returning it and dropping the key in the lockbox. Motorpool directed the counselor to call police. The lockbox was opened, the vehicle unlocked, and the counselor retrieved their belongings.
Accident
Officers responded to a traffic accident in Lot 22 near the Bean Museum. The complainant was sitting in her parked vehicle when another driver collided with her car while parking. The other driver denied the collision and walked away. Camera footage confirmed a minor impact. Photos were taken, and insurance information exchanged.
Abandoned 911
Officers responded to the CSC for multiple abandoned 911 calls. After speaking with employees, they located an employee who had been accidentally pocket‑dialing 911. No emergency was present.
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Police Beat • 08/07/2026
Theft
The BYU Police Department received a report of a stolen black Specialized Rockhopper bicycle from the Botany Ponds bike rack. The owner stated she parked it on July 29 and discovered it missing on August 7. The bicycle was entered into NCIC. No surveillance footage has been located as of yet.
Accident
A parked vehicle was struck by a riding lawn mower at the Motion Picture Studio Building in Provo. An accident report was taken, and owner/driver information was exchanged.
Accident
Officers responded to a minor accident in the east parking lot of the Central Heating and Cooling Building. The complainant, driving a BYU work truck, clipped the rear of another BYU‑owned truck while turning out of a stall.
Juvenile Problem
Officers responded to the Wilkinson Student Center for a juvenile problem. A male juvenile bumped his rear end into two female juveniles while dancing. Counselors observed the behavior and reported it. Parents of both females declined a criminal investigation. The male was separated and advised his behavior was unacceptable.
Gas Smell
Officers responded to Wyview Park for a gas smell inside an apartment. Provo Fire checked for carbon monoxide, which tested negative, but a distinct natural-gas odor was present. BYU Housing and Enbridge Gas were notified to inspect the apartment's appliances.
Unconscious
Officers responded to a medical call involving an FSY participant who passed out due to heat and dehydration. Provo Fire assessed the juvenile and provided water. Attempts to contact parents were unsuccessful. During the call, another FSY participant also passed out and was assessed by Provo Fire. Fire personnel cleared the second incident before officers made contact with the patient.
Carbon Monoxide Alarm
Officers responded to a CO alarm at a Wyview Park apartment. Provo Fire found readings of 50 ppm throughout the unit. No injuries or symptoms were reported. BYU Housing and Enbridge Gas were notified to inspect for possible issues.
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The BYU Police Department received a report of a stolen black Specialized Rockhopper bicycle from the Botany Ponds bike rack. The owner stated she parked it on July 29 and discovered it missing on August 7. The bicycle was entered into NCIC. No surveillance footage has been located as of yet.
Accident
A parked vehicle was struck by a riding lawn mower at the Motion Picture Studio Building in Provo. An accident report was taken, and owner/driver information was exchanged.
Accident
Officers responded to a minor accident in the east parking lot of the Central Heating and Cooling Building. The complainant, driving a BYU work truck, clipped the rear of another BYU‑owned truck while turning out of a stall.
Juvenile Problem
Officers responded to the Wilkinson Student Center for a juvenile problem. A male juvenile bumped his rear end into two female juveniles while dancing. Counselors observed the behavior and reported it. Parents of both females declined a criminal investigation. The male was separated and advised his behavior was unacceptable.
Gas Smell
Officers responded to Wyview Park for a gas smell inside an apartment. Provo Fire checked for carbon monoxide, which tested negative, but a distinct natural-gas odor was present. BYU Housing and Enbridge Gas were notified to inspect the apartment's appliances.
Unconscious
Officers responded to a medical call involving an FSY participant who passed out due to heat and dehydration. Provo Fire assessed the juvenile and provided water. Attempts to contact parents were unsuccessful. During the call, another FSY participant also passed out and was assessed by Provo Fire. Fire personnel cleared the second incident before officers made contact with the patient.
Carbon Monoxide Alarm
Officers responded to a CO alarm at a Wyview Park apartment. Provo Fire found readings of 50 ppm throughout the unit. No injuries or symptoms were reported. BYU Housing and Enbridge Gas were notified to inspect for possible issues.
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Police Beat • 08/06/2026
Door Alarm
An officer responded to Heritage Halls for an interior door left open. The door was located and secured without issue.
Motion Alarm
A beam alarm activated in the tunnels near the JFSB parking garage and the Data Center. Officers checked the area and found nothing suspicious. No further alarms were reported.
Door Alarm
Officers responded to a door alarm at Heritage Halls. The door was being held open by air pressure, and the area was secure. The tunnel access door was found inoperable despite the key functioning properly. Heritage Halls maintenance staff were notified.
Traffic Offense
Officers received a report of a vehicle speeding and driving recklessly near the Creamery and 900 East. Due to a delay between the incident and dispatch notification, the vehicle was no longer in the area when officers arrived.
CO Alarm
Officers and Provo Fire responded to a carbon monoxide (CO) alarm that detected a level of 55 parts per million (ppm). Staff from the housing department were on the scene. The cause of the alarm is currently unknown, and no one was home at the time of the incident. The apartment was ventilated, and the alarm was silenced to allow the gas company to conduct further checks.
Information
An officer contacted an FSY counselor regarding a delayed juvenile incident involving female participants ripping the backs off each other’s shirts and filming it. The behavior appeared consensual. The counselor was advised to follow FSY policies. No crime occurred.
Robbery Alarm
Officers responded to a robbery alarm at the Creamery on Ninth. Employees confirmed the alarm was pushed accidentally. The alarm was reset.
Citizen Contact
An officer responded to a found bicycle left unlocked under a tree. Dispatch confirmed it was not stolen. BYU Security impounded the bicycle for being left unsecured and not locked in an appropriate location.
Theft
A witness reported seeing a juvenile steal food items from the Cougar Express kiosk in the Wilkinson Student Center. After reviewing camera footage, the juvenile is seen taking an item but returning shortly after to put it back on the shelf. No theft occurred.
Citizen Contact
Officers responded to a report of a strange smell in a housing unit. Housing staff and officers checked the area but could not detect any gas‑like odor. Others in the area also reported no smell.
Unsecure Premises
While on patrol north of the CSC just before midnight, an officer found a door open and a light on inside of a shed. The shed was checked and found to be unoccupied. The light was turned off, and the door was secured and locked.
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An officer responded to Heritage Halls for an interior door left open. The door was located and secured without issue.
Motion Alarm
A beam alarm activated in the tunnels near the JFSB parking garage and the Data Center. Officers checked the area and found nothing suspicious. No further alarms were reported.
Door Alarm
Officers responded to a door alarm at Heritage Halls. The door was being held open by air pressure, and the area was secure. The tunnel access door was found inoperable despite the key functioning properly. Heritage Halls maintenance staff were notified.
Traffic Offense
Officers received a report of a vehicle speeding and driving recklessly near the Creamery and 900 East. Due to a delay between the incident and dispatch notification, the vehicle was no longer in the area when officers arrived.
CO Alarm
Officers and Provo Fire responded to a carbon monoxide (CO) alarm that detected a level of 55 parts per million (ppm). Staff from the housing department were on the scene. The cause of the alarm is currently unknown, and no one was home at the time of the incident. The apartment was ventilated, and the alarm was silenced to allow the gas company to conduct further checks.
Information
An officer contacted an FSY counselor regarding a delayed juvenile incident involving female participants ripping the backs off each other’s shirts and filming it. The behavior appeared consensual. The counselor was advised to follow FSY policies. No crime occurred.
Robbery Alarm
Officers responded to a robbery alarm at the Creamery on Ninth. Employees confirmed the alarm was pushed accidentally. The alarm was reset.
Citizen Contact
An officer responded to a found bicycle left unlocked under a tree. Dispatch confirmed it was not stolen. BYU Security impounded the bicycle for being left unsecured and not locked in an appropriate location.
Theft
A witness reported seeing a juvenile steal food items from the Cougar Express kiosk in the Wilkinson Student Center. After reviewing camera footage, the juvenile is seen taking an item but returning shortly after to put it back on the shelf. No theft occurred.
Citizen Contact
Officers responded to a report of a strange smell in a housing unit. Housing staff and officers checked the area but could not detect any gas‑like odor. Others in the area also reported no smell.
Unsecure Premises
While on patrol north of the CSC just before midnight, an officer found a door open and a light on inside of a shed. The shed was checked and found to be unoccupied. The light was turned off, and the door was secured and locked.
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Police Beat • 08/05/2026
Fire Alarm
A BYU officer responded to Heritage 13 for a fire alarm activation. Upon arrival, the officer determined there was no fire or smoke present. The alarm was caused by a resident using hairspray while curling their hair, which activated the fire alarm system. The officer silenced the alarm, and a fire technician responded to inspect and reset the system.
Medical
A BYU officer responded to the Joseph F. Smith Building for a medical call involving a student experiencing chest pain. BYU EMS and Provo Fire personnel also responded and evaluated the student on scene. After assessment, the student declined further medical treatment and elected to remain on campus.
Medical
An officer responded to the Smith Field House regarding a student who sustained a finger injury in the weight room. The injury occurred when the student's finger was accidentally crushed between several heavy weights, causing trauma. BYU EMS and Provo Fire personnel provided first aid and evaluated the injury on scene. After treatment, the student was released and planned to self-transport to Instacare for further medical evaluation and treatment.
Accident
Officers made telephonic contact regarding a delayed traffic accident involving a BYU employee. The employee reported striking a fire hydrant with a BYU vehicle on the east side of the Martin Building. The vehicle sustained minor damage, and no damage was observed to the fire hydrant.
Disturbance
Officers responded to the Martin Building on a report of an individual causing a disturbance. The complainant reported that the subject was talking to themself and loudly using profanity, making others uncomfortable. The officer contacted the subject, who refused to provide identification and exhibited behavior consistent with a possible mental health crisis. The subject subsequently boarded a bus and was advised not to return to campus.
Keep Peace
Officers responded to Wymount Terrace to keep the peace while a tenant retrieved personal belongings. The tenant, who had a no-contact order against her spouse, requested law enforcement presence while gathering her property. The tenant collected her items and departed without incident.
Medical
An officer and Provo Paramedics responded to the volleyball court near Heritage Halls Building 6 for a juvenile FSY participant who may have sustained a broken arm. Paramedics evaluated the juvenile on scene. The juvenile and their parent declined medical transport to Utah Valley Hospital, and the juvenile was released to FSY staff.
Theft
An officer investigated a delayed scooter theft reported at the bike rack east of the HRCB. Based on similarities to recent incidents, the officer identified a suspect, recovered the stolen scooter near the MCKB, and located the suspect in the JSB. During an interview at the police station, the suspect admitted to using multiple scooters without permission. The suspect was cited for three counts of Unauthorized Possession and subsequently released. The recovered scooter was returned to the victim. The case will be forwarded to the Provo City Attorney's Office for review of charges.
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A BYU officer responded to Heritage 13 for a fire alarm activation. Upon arrival, the officer determined there was no fire or smoke present. The alarm was caused by a resident using hairspray while curling their hair, which activated the fire alarm system. The officer silenced the alarm, and a fire technician responded to inspect and reset the system.
Medical
A BYU officer responded to the Joseph F. Smith Building for a medical call involving a student experiencing chest pain. BYU EMS and Provo Fire personnel also responded and evaluated the student on scene. After assessment, the student declined further medical treatment and elected to remain on campus.
Medical
An officer responded to the Smith Field House regarding a student who sustained a finger injury in the weight room. The injury occurred when the student's finger was accidentally crushed between several heavy weights, causing trauma. BYU EMS and Provo Fire personnel provided first aid and evaluated the injury on scene. After treatment, the student was released and planned to self-transport to Instacare for further medical evaluation and treatment.
Accident
Officers made telephonic contact regarding a delayed traffic accident involving a BYU employee. The employee reported striking a fire hydrant with a BYU vehicle on the east side of the Martin Building. The vehicle sustained minor damage, and no damage was observed to the fire hydrant.
Disturbance
Officers responded to the Martin Building on a report of an individual causing a disturbance. The complainant reported that the subject was talking to themself and loudly using profanity, making others uncomfortable. The officer contacted the subject, who refused to provide identification and exhibited behavior consistent with a possible mental health crisis. The subject subsequently boarded a bus and was advised not to return to campus.
Keep Peace
Officers responded to Wymount Terrace to keep the peace while a tenant retrieved personal belongings. The tenant, who had a no-contact order against her spouse, requested law enforcement presence while gathering her property. The tenant collected her items and departed without incident.
Medical
An officer and Provo Paramedics responded to the volleyball court near Heritage Halls Building 6 for a juvenile FSY participant who may have sustained a broken arm. Paramedics evaluated the juvenile on scene. The juvenile and their parent declined medical transport to Utah Valley Hospital, and the juvenile was released to FSY staff.
Theft
An officer investigated a delayed scooter theft reported at the bike rack east of the HRCB. Based on similarities to recent incidents, the officer identified a suspect, recovered the stolen scooter near the MCKB, and located the suspect in the JSB. During an interview at the police station, the suspect admitted to using multiple scooters without permission. The suspect was cited for three counts of Unauthorized Possession and subsequently released. The recovered scooter was returned to the victim. The case will be forwarded to the Provo City Attorney's Office for review of charges.
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