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Police Beat • 01/13/2026

January 14, 2026 06:26 AM
Accident
A BYU commercial vehicle was involved in a minor accident in lot #31 after clipping a parked car. There were no injuries and only minor damage. The vehicle owner was advised to contact BYU Risk Management for restitution.

Accident
A vehicle hit a parked, unoccupied car in Lot 26 (visitor lot) involving another vehicle during parking maneuvers. No injuries or witnesses were reported. The incident was captured on surveillance footage, but the suspect vehicle could not be identified. The report was documented, and feedback was given to the caller.

Trespassing
While on foot patrol near Brigham Square, an officer was approached by security students reporting a group of people interviewing and filming students on campus. Some students felt uncomfortable due to the anti-church nature of the questioning. The officer approached the group, and asked them to leave campus, and they complied.

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Police Beat • 01/12/2026

January 13, 2026 05:16 PM
Sick Person
A BYU police officer and BYU EMS responded to the Richards Building after a person felt sick and dizzy. The patient reported that she began feeling lightheaded while swimming, prompting her swim coach to advise her to exit the pool and go to the first aid office. EMS arrived, conducted an assessment, and found her able to sit up without dizziness. She was subsequently released, advised to rest, and instructed to avoid swimming for now.

Lost Property
A student lost his cell phone during last semester's finals, suspecting it was left in the basement of the JKB. Despite checking with Lost and Found in both the JKB and WSC, there is no record of the phone being turned in. The student has not been able to locate the serial number but will report it if it is found.

Citizen Contact
A caller reported being involved in a minor accident on campus involving a parked, unoccupied vehicle with superficial damage. No injuries were reported. The incident was reported late, but the caller had already exchanged insurance information with the other party. They were advised to contact their insurance company to file a claim. No further police action was necessary.

Motorist Assist
A caller reported a minor campus accident involving a parked, unoccupied vehicle with superficial damage. There were no injuries, and the incident was reported late, but the caller had already exchanged insurance information with the other party. They were advised to contact their insurance company to file a claim.

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Police Beat • 01/11/2026

January 12, 2026 08:15 AM
Fire Alarm
An officer was dispatched to investigate a fire alarm at the WSC food court, specifically at the Wendy’s and the problem was in a hood vent. However, security dispatchers later called back and canceled the police response after assessing the situation.

Information
Campus officers discovered several chalk writings with political messages on sidewalks throughout BYU. The situation was documented and BYU Security was notified. Arrangements were made for clean-up.

Information
A police officer responded to a delayed online report regarding an incident at Helaman Taylor Hall overnight. The complainant stated that a group of males were banging on their dorm window and shouting inappropriate comments, which made them feel unsafe and violated. The report was made after the incident occurred, and the complainant did not respond at the time. The officer has communicated with the complainant via email and will notify Housing and other graveyard patrol shifts to increase patrols in the area to ensure safety.

Trespassing
Three cyclists rode their bikes up the Y Trail to the Y. After descending, they continued south on the Bonneville Shoreline Trail and reached the Slate Canyon trailhead. They admitted to riding up the Y Trail but were unaware that bikes were prohibited there. The officer informed them of the restriction, and they assured they would not ride the Y Trail again.

Traffic Offense
A blue truck was reported driving on the sidewalks around the Heritage Halls. The vehicle was later located and identified as a rental security vehicle in use by the security students.

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Police Beat • 01/10/2026

January 11, 2026 09:20 PM
Trespassing
Police responded to the Indoor Practice Facility on BYU campus after security reported unauthorized individuals inside the closed building. They found a group finishing intermural soccer practice. After the group exited, officers secured the facility.

Information
BYU Police responded to a report of possible trespassing after security observed a male employee using a female supervisor's access card to enter the MC ticket office. Upon investigation, it was determined that both individuals are BYU employees, and the female had loaned her access card because her own was not working. No crime was committed, and no law enforcement action was needed.

Medical
A student employee at the Smith Field House experienced nausea and severe abdominal pain for at least an hour. Provo and BYU EMS responded promptly, assessed the student, and provided medical aid. The student was then transported to the Utah Valley Emergency Room for further treatment.

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Police Beat • 01/08/2026 - 01/09/2026

January 11, 2026 07:01 PM
Lost Property
A BYU officer responded to a report of lost keys that had been tracked at the Tanner Building for the past two weeks. The complainant's son, a BYU student, searched the building on January 7, 2026, but was unable to find the keys. Tracking data indicated the keys were at a residence in Provo, likely belonging to a BYU employee. The officer will pass this information to the day shift for follow-up with the employee.

Welfare Check
A welfare check was initiated at the Wells ROTC Building after a friend reported concerning texts indicating suicidal thoughts. Phone ping data led officers to the Riviera apartments, where they located the individual at her boyfriend's residence. After a calm conversation, no immediate signs of self-harm or harm to others were observed. The subject was provided with mental health resources and advised to seek help if needed.

Information
BYU Police responded to an accident in Lot 39, where a student reported that a detailed note had been left by the responsible party. The officer helped, answered the student's questions, and directed them to their insurance company for further steps. No additional law enforcement action was taken.

Medical
Officers responded to the Canon Center for a medical assist after a kitchen employee experienced an allergic reaction. BYU EMS and PROVO EMS arrived, evaluated, and cleared the employee. The employee was advised to seek further care at urgent care due to repeated incidents this week and was dropped off at Intermountain Urgent Care by PROVO EMS.

Information
BYU Police responded to a report of a skateboard stolen at the SFH. Upon arrival, officers located the skateboard, which was determined to be misplaced rather than stolen. The skateboard was returned to the BYU Police Department, and the owner was contacted to retrieve it. No further action was necessary.

Medical
Police officers responded to Wymount Terrace following a medical emergency where a woman experienced a seizure. The complainant, her sister, has known medical issues and had consumed a significant amount of alcohol. PROVO EMS evaluated the patient on-site, determined she did not require hospital care, and released her accordingly.

Found Property
A student reported a found wallet at Smith Field House. Officers responded, verified the student's identity through ID, and successfully returned the wallet to its owner.

Suspicious
Officers responded to a suspicious circumstance at Kimball Tower after an employee closing for the night spotted a suspicious male on the 10th floor. The employee, unfamiliar with the individual, became frightened. Officers later encountered the man in the building's lobby, where he explained he was just walking around the campus, as he often does, but had been indoors due to the cold weather. The situation was resolved without incident.

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Police Beat • 01/07/2026

January 11, 2026 06:41 PM
Suspicious Person
A report was received regarding a suspicious male seen walking up the steps between the Broadcast Building and the Marriott Center Annex. The individual was described as an older man with silver and white hair, a moustache, wearing tan pants, a black hoodie, and carrying a heavily stuffed blue backpack. The complainant noted that the man appeared out of place and suspicious on campus. The area was thoroughly checked, but the subject could not be located. A photo taken from behind by the complainant will be uploaded to the case for reference.

Accident – Hit & Run
A rental vehicle from Enterprise Car Rentals was reported damaged while parked in Lot 16, just north of the JKB. The cause of the damage is unclear, whether from another vehicle or an object scraping the car. The driver was provided with a case number to report the incident to Enterprise.

Accident
A police officer responded to an accident at the WSC where a vehicle traveling up the ramp in the tunnel/dock area collided with a cement wall and the sliding door area. The incident caused moderate damage to the vehicle and damage to the sliding door frame. The mechanical shop has reported that Lowery Doors will manage the repairs.

Medical
A student in the weight room was stretching when he experienced a sudden pop in his back and may have lost consciousness. When medical personnel arrived, he was awake, alert, and standing. He declined transport and was later picked up by a friend.

Fire Alarm
An officer responded to a fire alarm activation at the laundry building at Wyview Park. The cause was identified as a malfunctioning dryer that was smoking, but there was no fire or damage. Housing and maintenance personnel arrived to repair the dryer, and the electric shop responded to reset the alarm system. Once it was confirmed to be safe, the officer silenced the audible alarm.

Medical
Officers responded to a report of an employee who had fainted and fallen, hitting their head. Medical personnel evaluated the patient and cleared them for transport. The patient was then given a ride to their nearby residence.

Fireworks
Dispatch observed male suspects lighting fireworks in the trailhead parking lot. The suspects left in a vehicle but were stopped by officers. They admitted to the firework violation, claiming they were unaware it was prohibited. The suspects were identified and advised of potential charges and the dangers associated with their actions.

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Police Beat • 01/06/2026

January 08, 2026 12:15 PM
Welfare Check
A help desk employee requested officers' assistance in contacting an individual at the WSC. Officers responded and spoke with the caller and the subject, who was seeking campus employment and appeared slightly distressed about personal issues. The officers provided support and maintained a calming presence. The subject is not affiliated with BYU and was only inquiring about employment opportunities. There were no signs of criminal, suspicious, or suicidal behavior, and no further police action was necessary.

Accident
A BYU student employee was backing a transit van into the loading dock area on the west side of the ITB when she accidentally struck two cement barricade poles. The incident resulted in minor damage to the van’s rear bumper, with no damage to the poles. The driver’s and vehicle’s information were collected and documented as part of the case. The student’s supervisor, who reported the incident, has already begun preparing an internal report for BYU.

Trespassing
Three men were found kicking field goals on the Richards Building intramural field, which is private property and restricted when the gate is locked. Despite a posted sign and a locked gate, they admitted to sneaking in through a large gap. I opened the gate, spoke with them, collected their information, and informed them that a warning would be issued in the system.

Robbery Alarm
Officers responded to a panic alarm at the CONE, reportedly from the Northwest Register. Upon arrival, no register was found in that area, and the manager suggested the alarm might be from the old store. After checking all alarms, they identified one that had been triggered the previous day and reset it. The area was then cleared.

Suspicious Circumstance
A complainant reported smelling burnt marijuana in the parking lot of the Riviera Apartments. Officers conducted a search of the area but did not detect the odor at that time and were unable to locate any suspects. The complainant stated they would call back if they smelled it again.

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Police Beat • 01/05/2026

January 06, 2026 09:32 AM
Robbery Alarm
A robbery alarm was triggered at the CSC, but after a thorough check, no suspicious activity was found on the cameras. Employees explained that an employee accidentally pressed the alarm button while attempting to restart a computer. The alarm has since been reset.

Robbery Alarm
The BYU Police Department responded to a robbery alarm at the Creamery on Ninth. Upon arrival, officers spoke with an employee via dispatch, learning her description and having her step outside for safety. They confirmed there was no emergency inside. While inspecting the premises, officers found one emergency button near a register had been pressed, likely by mistake. They advised the staff to label or warn about the button to prevent future accidental presses. The situation was resolved without incident.

Suspicious
A male was reported loitering near Brigham Square on campus. No suspicious or illegal activity was observed, and after a thorough check of the area, the individual was not located.

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Police Beat • 01/04/2026

January 05, 2026 05:15 PM
Welfare Check
Officers responded to the Y mountain trailhead to assist a person who had wandered off the trail. The individual was successfully located and helped back down the trail.

Medical
A report was received regarding a sick individual in Helaman Halls. The incident was non-injury related. Provo EMS and BYU police responded to the scene and contacted the patient, who requested transportation to a hospital. BYU police provided transport to Utah Valley Clinic/Instacare. The patient was later left in the care of a family member and hospital staff.

Campus Alarms and Lockouts
Our officers responded to four alarms and two building lockouts, providing assistance to BYU security and supporting the campus community.

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Police Beat • 01/03/2026

January 05, 2026 04:57 PM
Theft
The officer returned a phone call to a victim of a bicycle theft at the Wymount Terrace apartment complex on BYU campus. The victim last saw his bright green Specialized Rockhopper on December 18, 2025. When he checked on January 3, 2026, he discovered that the lock had been cut and his bike had been stolen. The victim provided the bike's serial number, and an NCIC listing was completed. Currently, there is no video surveillance or suspect information available.

Citizen Contact
A police officer met with a complainant at the BYU Police Department regarding an incident with security staff. The complainant reported that on November 20, 2025, he was involved in a disturbance at the library, during which security staff asked for his name before he could leave. He clarified he was not detained or restrained. The officer explained that the security actions did not constitute unlawful detention or kidnapping. The complainant stated he was not seeking to press charges, only documentation of the incident. Body-worn camera footage of the conversation is available. The complainant has been banned from the library and is currently involved in a dispute process.

Warrant Service
A police officer observed a vehicle speeding westbound on University Parkway near Lot 49. After stopping the vehicle, the officer discovered that the driver had an active arrest warrant from the Utah County Justice Court for lack of proof of insurance and no valid license. The driver was placed under arrest and taken to the Utah County Jail, but jail deputies refused to accept the individual due to the warrant. As a result, the officer returned the driver to their vehicle and issued a written warning for speeding.

Unsecured Doors
During a routine patrol, officers discovered two unsecured doors on the Marriott Center concourse. They promptly secured and locked the doors to ensure safety. One officer then conducted a thorough walkthrough of the Marriott Center, but nothing suspicious was found.

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