Police Beat
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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Police Beat • 01/03/2025
Alarm
An officer was dispatched to the Joseph F. Smith Building to investigate a door alarm. Upon arrival, he discovered that the door in question was propped open. Student building care employees were present in the area. The officer explained the purpose of the door alarm and the importance of keeping the doors closed. He then removed the item holding the door open, which cleared the alarm.
Paper Service
Investigative officers served an adult ban letter to an individual for trespassing. The order prohibits the person from entering BYU property without authorization.
Information
An officer was asked to call the complainant regarding an individual leaving letters around campus, searching for someone they believe used to work at the Creamery on Ninth. Upon reviewing the letters, it does not appear that any criminal activity has taken place. The case will be documented for future reference should further incidents occur.
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An officer was dispatched to the Joseph F. Smith Building to investigate a door alarm. Upon arrival, he discovered that the door in question was propped open. Student building care employees were present in the area. The officer explained the purpose of the door alarm and the importance of keeping the doors closed. He then removed the item holding the door open, which cleared the alarm.
Paper Service
Investigative officers served an adult ban letter to an individual for trespassing. The order prohibits the person from entering BYU property without authorization.
Information
An officer was asked to call the complainant regarding an individual leaving letters around campus, searching for someone they believe used to work at the Creamery on Ninth. Upon reviewing the letters, it does not appear that any criminal activity has taken place. The case will be documented for future reference should further incidents occur.
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Police Beat • 01/01/2025 - 01/02/2025
Accident
The complainant reported that on December 31, 2024, he was in Lot 50 near Campus Floral when his sister parked her vehicle, a 2023 Toyota Corolla, in the parking lot. The vehicle sustained damage to the front and rear passenger side doors. It is unknown what caused the damage. The Dispatch Center searched the BYU surveillance camera system for relevant recordings but did not locate any. The complainant was informed of the case number and that no useful camera recordings were available.
Property Damage
On December 27, 2024, an officer was contacted by the complainant regarding damage sustained to several restrooms in the Joseph F. Smith Building. The officer gathered information from the complainant regarding the damage and estimated timeframe, which appears to have occurred between December 23 and December 27, 2024. Upon inspection, it was observed that multiple toilet seats were damaged. At this time, there are no identified suspects, and further investigation is necessary to determine the cause and extent of the damage.
Alarm
An officer was dispatched to the Music Building in response to a door alarm. Upon arrival, the Dispatch Center informed the officer that the alarm had cleared, so he cancelled any further response.
Citizen Contact
Officers responded to a residence in Heritage Halls Building 12 after a concerned resident reported unusual noises in the area. The officer met with the resident, checked the apartment, and patrolled the surrounding area for further investigation. The search revealed no evidence of any issues. This was the only complaint received by dispatch in that area that evening.
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The complainant reported that on December 31, 2024, he was in Lot 50 near Campus Floral when his sister parked her vehicle, a 2023 Toyota Corolla, in the parking lot. The vehicle sustained damage to the front and rear passenger side doors. It is unknown what caused the damage. The Dispatch Center searched the BYU surveillance camera system for relevant recordings but did not locate any. The complainant was informed of the case number and that no useful camera recordings were available.
Property Damage
On December 27, 2024, an officer was contacted by the complainant regarding damage sustained to several restrooms in the Joseph F. Smith Building. The officer gathered information from the complainant regarding the damage and estimated timeframe, which appears to have occurred between December 23 and December 27, 2024. Upon inspection, it was observed that multiple toilet seats were damaged. At this time, there are no identified suspects, and further investigation is necessary to determine the cause and extent of the damage.
Alarm
An officer was dispatched to the Music Building in response to a door alarm. Upon arrival, the Dispatch Center informed the officer that the alarm had cleared, so he cancelled any further response.
Citizen Contact
Officers responded to a residence in Heritage Halls Building 12 after a concerned resident reported unusual noises in the area. The officer met with the resident, checked the apartment, and patrolled the surrounding area for further investigation. The search revealed no evidence of any issues. This was the only complaint received by dispatch in that area that evening.
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Police Beat • 12/30/2024 - 12/31/2024
Found Property
An officer found an abandoned bag on a light pole near the Clyde Building. The bag is navy blue, has a strap and several zippers, and contains a dish with a lid. There is no identification on or inside the bag. The officer collected the bag and took it to the lost and found in the Wilkinson Student Center.
Burglary
Dispatch notified an officer that a banned vehicle had triggered the security system at BYU. Upon verification, Dispatch confirmed that the vehicle was parked at the Smith Field House and that the owner was still banned from the BYU campus. The officer located the individual, who had entered an office in the SFH, printed several shipping labels using a BYU printer, and had taken multiple office items. The officer arrested the suspect and transported them to the Utah County Jail on charges of burglary and theft. This case will be referred to the Utah County Attorney's Office for review of the charges.
Alarm MTC
A Missionary Training Center security officer silenced a fire alarm at the MTC, but the alarm technician did not want to respond and asked that an officer go over and reset the alarm. The officer reset the alarm and then cleared the area.
Alarms and Lockouts
Officers also responded to several campus alarms and assisted on routine lockouts.
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An officer found an abandoned bag on a light pole near the Clyde Building. The bag is navy blue, has a strap and several zippers, and contains a dish with a lid. There is no identification on or inside the bag. The officer collected the bag and took it to the lost and found in the Wilkinson Student Center.
Burglary
Dispatch notified an officer that a banned vehicle had triggered the security system at BYU. Upon verification, Dispatch confirmed that the vehicle was parked at the Smith Field House and that the owner was still banned from the BYU campus. The officer located the individual, who had entered an office in the SFH, printed several shipping labels using a BYU printer, and had taken multiple office items. The officer arrested the suspect and transported them to the Utah County Jail on charges of burglary and theft. This case will be referred to the Utah County Attorney's Office for review of the charges.
Alarm MTC
A Missionary Training Center security officer silenced a fire alarm at the MTC, but the alarm technician did not want to respond and asked that an officer go over and reset the alarm. The officer reset the alarm and then cleared the area.
Alarms and Lockouts
Officers also responded to several campus alarms and assisted on routine lockouts.
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Police Beat • 12/28/2024 - 12/29/2024
Campus Alarms
Officers responded to eight false alarms and several lockouts on campus during the last two days.
Fire Alarms
On December 28, 2024, an officer responded to Wyview Building 21 following a report of a fire alarm. The officer contacted the tenant, who advised that they had burned their pizza, causing smoke but no flames. The alarm was silenced, and the tenant was informed that the fire technician could be in contact with them for additional reporting.
That same afternoon, at 16:40 hours, officers responded to Wyview Park 13 for a fire alarm that was the result of burnt food. The officer met with the residents, who stated there was no flame due to the burnt food. The officer silenced the alarm, and no further action was taken.
Information
On December 29, 2024, an officer was dispatched to the area of the Thomas L. Martin Building in response to a report of a possible fire. It was determined that there was no fire, only steam rising through the grates covering the underground tunnels.
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Officers responded to eight false alarms and several lockouts on campus during the last two days.
Fire Alarms
On December 28, 2024, an officer responded to Wyview Building 21 following a report of a fire alarm. The officer contacted the tenant, who advised that they had burned their pizza, causing smoke but no flames. The alarm was silenced, and the tenant was informed that the fire technician could be in contact with them for additional reporting.
That same afternoon, at 16:40 hours, officers responded to Wyview Park 13 for a fire alarm that was the result of burnt food. The officer met with the residents, who stated there was no flame due to the burnt food. The officer silenced the alarm, and no further action was taken.
Information
On December 29, 2024, an officer was dispatched to the area of the Thomas L. Martin Building in response to a report of a possible fire. It was determined that there was no fire, only steam rising through the grates covering the underground tunnels.
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Police Beat • 12/27/2024
Fire Alarm
Officers and BYU Housing personnel responded to Wymount Terrace after receiving a report of an audible alarm coming from near building 11C. After searching the area, an officer found that the source of the audible alarm was a smoke detector in a dumpster near building 12A. The alarm was retrieved from the dumpster and handed over to housing personnel.
Held Door Alarm
An officer was dispatched to the Marriott Center Annex to check on a door alarm. Upon arrival, the officer found the West Tunnel Entry Door propped open. The officer closed the door, and the alarm cleared.
Alarm
An officer was dispatched to the Ellsworth Building following a report that door 104C was in alarm. The officer found that the area in question was under renovation and that the door was being held open for work purposes. The officer advised Dispatch of the situation and requested that the employees notify Dispatch in the future whenever they need to hold the door open.
Alarm
An officer was dispatched to a door alarm at Heritage Halls, Building 4. Upon arrival, the officer found the door in question propped open. The officer closed the door, and the alarm was cleared.
Alarm
An officer was dispatched to the Ellsworth building following a report of a door alarm. No building security personnel were on duty at the time. The officer contacted the janitorial staff on the scene, who reported that they were working in the area. The officer conducted a walkthrough of the building, checking the exterior doors and access points, including the roll-up doors. The door alarm in question was neither observed nor heard. The door had a flashing key card access point, indicating a possible malfunction. This information was relayed to security dispatch for follow-up.
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Officers and BYU Housing personnel responded to Wymount Terrace after receiving a report of an audible alarm coming from near building 11C. After searching the area, an officer found that the source of the audible alarm was a smoke detector in a dumpster near building 12A. The alarm was retrieved from the dumpster and handed over to housing personnel.
Held Door Alarm
An officer was dispatched to the Marriott Center Annex to check on a door alarm. Upon arrival, the officer found the West Tunnel Entry Door propped open. The officer closed the door, and the alarm cleared.
Alarm
An officer was dispatched to the Ellsworth Building following a report that door 104C was in alarm. The officer found that the area in question was under renovation and that the door was being held open for work purposes. The officer advised Dispatch of the situation and requested that the employees notify Dispatch in the future whenever they need to hold the door open.
Alarm
An officer was dispatched to a door alarm at Heritage Halls, Building 4. Upon arrival, the officer found the door in question propped open. The officer closed the door, and the alarm was cleared.
Alarm
An officer was dispatched to the Ellsworth building following a report of a door alarm. No building security personnel were on duty at the time. The officer contacted the janitorial staff on the scene, who reported that they were working in the area. The officer conducted a walkthrough of the building, checking the exterior doors and access points, including the roll-up doors. The door alarm in question was neither observed nor heard. The door had a flashing key card access point, indicating a possible malfunction. This information was relayed to security dispatch for follow-up.
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Police Beat • 12/26/2024
Fire Alarm
An officer was dispatched to the Kimball Tower in response to a report of a fire alarm. The officer met with the fire technician and searched the floor; the alarm was active, but nothing was found. The fire technician silenced and reset the alarm. It is unknown what caused the alarm.
Fire Alarm
Police were dispatched to Wyview Park for a fire alarm. Officers responded to a vacant apartment and discovered that a component of the water heater had burned out, causing a burnt electrical smell. No other property damage or flames were present. BYU housing was notified and responded to repair the damaged part.
Student Lockout
An officer was dispatched to the Riviera Apartments for a student lockout. The student was contacted and granted access to the apartment to retrieve their keys. No further action was taken
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An officer was dispatched to the Kimball Tower in response to a report of a fire alarm. The officer met with the fire technician and searched the floor; the alarm was active, but nothing was found. The fire technician silenced and reset the alarm. It is unknown what caused the alarm.
Fire Alarm
Police were dispatched to Wyview Park for a fire alarm. Officers responded to a vacant apartment and discovered that a component of the water heater had burned out, causing a burnt electrical smell. No other property damage or flames were present. BYU housing was notified and responded to repair the damaged part.
Student Lockout
An officer was dispatched to the Riviera Apartments for a student lockout. The student was contacted and granted access to the apartment to retrieve their keys. No further action was taken
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