Police Beat
Police Beat • 04/19/2025
Lewdness
BYU police dispatchers monitored security cameras around Budge Hall following reports of planned pranks. During their observation, they witnessed a male repeatedly expose his genitals in public. The individual was identified and brought to the BYU police station for questioning, where he waived his Miranda rights. Subsequently, he was arrested and taken to the Utah County Jail on charges of lewdness.
Carbon Monoxide Alarm
A carbon monoxide (CO) alarm was triggered at the Riviera apartment complex. Provo Fire Department responded to the situation and conducted a thorough check of the apartment for any signs of carbon monoxide gas. Their assessment revealed no elevated levels of CO in the unit, indicating that the alarm was likely faulty. Following the incident, housing management was contacted to address the issue and arrange for repairs to the defective CO alarm.
Welfare Check
Police responded to Wymount Terrace following a report of screaming from an apartment. Upon arrival, they discovered that a verbal argument had occurred between siblings, one of whom was a juvenile. No physical violence was involved, and the situation had already de-escalated, with the parties separating. The mother of the siblings arrived and agreed to take the younger sibling to a different location for the night to help calm tensions.
Family Problem
An officer received a phone report regarding a family dispute involving a laptop computer. The complainant reported that his brother-in-law had taken back a laptop he originally gifted to his sister without permission, breaching their trust. After discussing various resolution options, the complainant and his wife decided to handle the matter privately within the family, enlisting the help of other relatives to resolve the disagreement, thus no further police action was required.
Welfare Check
A concerned citizen reported witnessing a vehicle speeding through the roundabout at the Wilkinson Student Center, with a passenger allegedly screaming for help. Campus security used surveillance cameras and license plate readers to identify the vehicle. A police officer then contacted the individuals involved, confirming their safety. They clarified that the incident was a prank, and no further action was taken.
Public Peace
Officers were dispatched to investigate a report of a man yelling racially discriminatory comments near the Life Science Building. Upon arrival, an officer, with the vehicle window down, confirmed hearing a male voice using racial slurs. The officer located a man near the Benson Building, who initially refused to provide identification but eventually complied. The man denied making any racist remarks and expressed frustration over President Trump’s unfulfilled campaign promises. Despite his claims of visiting friends in Utah, he did not answer further questions regarding his presence on campus. After officers explained the complaint, they advised him to leave, and he stated he had called an Uber and would wait off-campus for his ride.
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BYU police dispatchers monitored security cameras around Budge Hall following reports of planned pranks. During their observation, they witnessed a male repeatedly expose his genitals in public. The individual was identified and brought to the BYU police station for questioning, where he waived his Miranda rights. Subsequently, he was arrested and taken to the Utah County Jail on charges of lewdness.
Carbon Monoxide Alarm
A carbon monoxide (CO) alarm was triggered at the Riviera apartment complex. Provo Fire Department responded to the situation and conducted a thorough check of the apartment for any signs of carbon monoxide gas. Their assessment revealed no elevated levels of CO in the unit, indicating that the alarm was likely faulty. Following the incident, housing management was contacted to address the issue and arrange for repairs to the defective CO alarm.
Welfare Check
Police responded to Wymount Terrace following a report of screaming from an apartment. Upon arrival, they discovered that a verbal argument had occurred between siblings, one of whom was a juvenile. No physical violence was involved, and the situation had already de-escalated, with the parties separating. The mother of the siblings arrived and agreed to take the younger sibling to a different location for the night to help calm tensions.
Family Problem
An officer received a phone report regarding a family dispute involving a laptop computer. The complainant reported that his brother-in-law had taken back a laptop he originally gifted to his sister without permission, breaching their trust. After discussing various resolution options, the complainant and his wife decided to handle the matter privately within the family, enlisting the help of other relatives to resolve the disagreement, thus no further police action was required.
Welfare Check
A concerned citizen reported witnessing a vehicle speeding through the roundabout at the Wilkinson Student Center, with a passenger allegedly screaming for help. Campus security used surveillance cameras and license plate readers to identify the vehicle. A police officer then contacted the individuals involved, confirming their safety. They clarified that the incident was a prank, and no further action was taken.
Public Peace
Officers were dispatched to investigate a report of a man yelling racially discriminatory comments near the Life Science Building. Upon arrival, an officer, with the vehicle window down, confirmed hearing a male voice using racial slurs. The officer located a man near the Benson Building, who initially refused to provide identification but eventually complied. The man denied making any racist remarks and expressed frustration over President Trump’s unfulfilled campaign promises. Despite his claims of visiting friends in Utah, he did not answer further questions regarding his presence on campus. After officers explained the complaint, they advised him to leave, and he stated he had called an Uber and would wait off-campus for his ride.
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Police Beat • 04/18/2025
Medical - Heart Problem
An officer was dispatched to a medical call regarding a heart problem at Heritage. A student was complaining of severe chest pain. The Provo Fire Department arrived, evaluated the individual, and, after consulting with his parents, decided that he would not be transported to the hospital. Instead, his parents would come to get him and take him to a doctor for further evaluation.
Welfare Check
Officers were dispatched to Maeser Hill following a report of an individual lying on the lawn with a pillow, raising concerns about his well-being. However, before the officers arrived, dispatch confirmed that the male had stood up, taken his pillow, and walked away. As a result, the officers canceled their response.
Welfare Check
BYU Police performed a welfare check on a student who had not been seen for several weeks after a professor expressed concerns to the Dean of Students. The officer located the student at their off-campus home in Provo and confirmed that they were safe and well.
Information
A Resident Assistant (RA) at BYU, contacted campus police to report rumors that students from Budge Hall planned to storm Stover Hall. She indicated that the rumored event, described as a "stampede," was expected to occur on April 19 at around 3:00 AM. In response to the rumors, Budge Hall RAs had advised students against participating in such behavior. Following the report, the shift sergeant informed the grave shift to increase patrols in the area overnight.
Found Property
A concerned individual discovered a backpack on a bench in the northwest corner of the ASB. An officer inspected the bag, found identification, and contacted the owner. The officer then placed the backpack in the ASB office for the owner to retrieve later.
Theft
A BYU student reported a theft to the police after discovering that a large black plastic bag containing football clothing and equipment had been stolen from under his parked vehicle, a gray 2023 RAV 4, near the Indoor Practice Field. The student had left the bag there while visiting the Student Athletic Building from approximately 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. When he returned around 8:30 p.m., the bag was missing. A search of BYU’s surveillance system yielded no footage of the vehicle or any activity in the area during that time.
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An officer was dispatched to a medical call regarding a heart problem at Heritage. A student was complaining of severe chest pain. The Provo Fire Department arrived, evaluated the individual, and, after consulting with his parents, decided that he would not be transported to the hospital. Instead, his parents would come to get him and take him to a doctor for further evaluation.
Welfare Check
Officers were dispatched to Maeser Hill following a report of an individual lying on the lawn with a pillow, raising concerns about his well-being. However, before the officers arrived, dispatch confirmed that the male had stood up, taken his pillow, and walked away. As a result, the officers canceled their response.
Welfare Check
BYU Police performed a welfare check on a student who had not been seen for several weeks after a professor expressed concerns to the Dean of Students. The officer located the student at their off-campus home in Provo and confirmed that they were safe and well.
Information
A Resident Assistant (RA) at BYU, contacted campus police to report rumors that students from Budge Hall planned to storm Stover Hall. She indicated that the rumored event, described as a "stampede," was expected to occur on April 19 at around 3:00 AM. In response to the rumors, Budge Hall RAs had advised students against participating in such behavior. Following the report, the shift sergeant informed the grave shift to increase patrols in the area overnight.
Found Property
A concerned individual discovered a backpack on a bench in the northwest corner of the ASB. An officer inspected the bag, found identification, and contacted the owner. The officer then placed the backpack in the ASB office for the owner to retrieve later.
Theft
A BYU student reported a theft to the police after discovering that a large black plastic bag containing football clothing and equipment had been stolen from under his parked vehicle, a gray 2023 RAV 4, near the Indoor Practice Field. The student had left the bag there while visiting the Student Athletic Building from approximately 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. When he returned around 8:30 p.m., the bag was missing. A search of BYU’s surveillance system yielded no footage of the vehicle or any activity in the area during that time.
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Police Beat • 04/17/2025
Accident
The officer responded to the bend in the road near West Campus Drive and South Campus Drive regarding a traffic accident. A large bus was negotiating the turn from West Campus Drive to head eastbound on South Campus Drive when it sideswiped a car traveling in the opposite direction. The turn was too sharp for the large bus to complete without crossing the double yellow line.
Trespassing
Officers responded to a report of an adult male in the Wilkinson Student Center who had been banned from campus. After arriving, the officers discovered that the individual had left the building and entered the Harold B. Lee Library. Library security located him on camera, and the officers took him into custody. He was escorted to the BYU police department, where he was cited for criminal trespassing and then released. Following this, he was escorted to his vehicle and asked to leave campus.
Lost Property
The officer was dispatched to the Marriott Center regarding a purse found. However, before arriving, the complainant decided to locate the owner without the officer's help and canceled the request for assistance.
AED – Alarm
On a routine call, an officer responded to an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) alarm at the Marriott Center. A police technician was sent to conduct a check on the AEDs to make sure they were operating correctly. However, due to a communication error, both police and fire units were incorrectly dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, the officer met with the technician, who clarified that the AED alarm was a false alert. The situation was resolved without further incident, and all responding units were informed of the error.
Information
An officer responded to the JRCB concerning a transient male who was sleeping in the lobby. The complainant requested that the building be closed for the day, but there were no security supervisors available at the time. The officer approached the male, informed him that they were preparing to close the building, and asked him to leave. The transient complied with the officers and exited the building.
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The officer responded to the bend in the road near West Campus Drive and South Campus Drive regarding a traffic accident. A large bus was negotiating the turn from West Campus Drive to head eastbound on South Campus Drive when it sideswiped a car traveling in the opposite direction. The turn was too sharp for the large bus to complete without crossing the double yellow line.
Trespassing
Officers responded to a report of an adult male in the Wilkinson Student Center who had been banned from campus. After arriving, the officers discovered that the individual had left the building and entered the Harold B. Lee Library. Library security located him on camera, and the officers took him into custody. He was escorted to the BYU police department, where he was cited for criminal trespassing and then released. Following this, he was escorted to his vehicle and asked to leave campus.
Lost Property
The officer was dispatched to the Marriott Center regarding a purse found. However, before arriving, the complainant decided to locate the owner without the officer's help and canceled the request for assistance.
AED – Alarm
On a routine call, an officer responded to an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) alarm at the Marriott Center. A police technician was sent to conduct a check on the AEDs to make sure they were operating correctly. However, due to a communication error, both police and fire units were incorrectly dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, the officer met with the technician, who clarified that the AED alarm was a false alert. The situation was resolved without further incident, and all responding units were informed of the error.
Information
An officer responded to the JRCB concerning a transient male who was sleeping in the lobby. The complainant requested that the building be closed for the day, but there were no security supervisors available at the time. The officer approached the male, informed him that they were preparing to close the building, and asked him to leave. The transient complied with the officers and exited the building.
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Police Beat • 04/16/2025
Attempt to Locate – Stolen Vehicle
Officers were notified of a stolen vehicle passing by the East Campus Drive License Plate Reader near the Brewster Building. They began searching the area and notified Provo Police. Provo Police located the stolen vehicle near the Baymont Inn and arrested several individuals.
Lost Property
An officer took a phone report about lost keys that were discovered during an audit. The officer documented the lost property report and provided the complainant with a case number for reference.
Criminal Mischief
BYU PD officers received a delayed report about a BYU student driving around campus with friends while they threw cheese on people's cars. The driver of the vehicle was contacted and warned about potential criminal consequences should the behavior continue. The driver advised that it would not happen again.
Theft
BYU Police were dispatched to a vehicle burglary in Lot 45. The reporting party had parked their car and accidentally left the window down with a purse inside. When they returned to the vehicle, the purse was missing. An officer gathered the details and noted the items as stolen.
Lost Property
The Complainant called BYU PD to report that they could not find their laptop. An officer reviewed security footage to assist them in finding the property. Later, the individual reported that they had located the laptop, and that police assistance was no longer needed.
Unsecured Door
An officer was dispatched to the ROTC at the request of the complainant, who was unable to release the latch on the east side door. When officers arrived, the complainant had already left, and they were able to release the door latch and secure the door.
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Officers were notified of a stolen vehicle passing by the East Campus Drive License Plate Reader near the Brewster Building. They began searching the area and notified Provo Police. Provo Police located the stolen vehicle near the Baymont Inn and arrested several individuals.
Lost Property
An officer took a phone report about lost keys that were discovered during an audit. The officer documented the lost property report and provided the complainant with a case number for reference.
Criminal Mischief
BYU PD officers received a delayed report about a BYU student driving around campus with friends while they threw cheese on people's cars. The driver of the vehicle was contacted and warned about potential criminal consequences should the behavior continue. The driver advised that it would not happen again.
Theft
BYU Police were dispatched to a vehicle burglary in Lot 45. The reporting party had parked their car and accidentally left the window down with a purse inside. When they returned to the vehicle, the purse was missing. An officer gathered the details and noted the items as stolen.
Lost Property
The Complainant called BYU PD to report that they could not find their laptop. An officer reviewed security footage to assist them in finding the property. Later, the individual reported that they had located the laptop, and that police assistance was no longer needed.
Unsecured Door
An officer was dispatched to the ROTC at the request of the complainant, who was unable to release the latch on the east side door. When officers arrived, the complainant had already left, and they were able to release the door latch and secure the door.
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Police Beat • 04/15/2025
Lost Property
Report of a couple of lost keys from the Wilkinson Center. The caller is a building manager who reported that keys were checked out for work purposes but not returned. A search for the keys was conducted, but they have not been located. It is not believed that the keys were stolen; rather, they are thought to have been misplaced. The police documented the report and catalogued the key identifiers
Accident
BYU Police responded to Lot 26 for a minor accident. An officer arrived at the scene and met with the two parties involved. The officer remained on the scene while the parties exchanged information. No injuries were sustained, and the damage was very minor.
Accident Hit & Run
An officer was asked to contact the complainant regarding a traffic accident in lot #40. The officer contacted the complainant and learned that an unknown individual had hit the complainant's vehicle. The suspect left cash on the vehicle but no contact information. The officer looked for video footage of the incident but was unable to locate any. The officer asked the complainant to send the necessary information for the case. At this time, the officer has not received the required information. The complainant was provided with a case number for the incident.
Information
An officer responded to Helaman Halls on a report of bicycles stolen. Officers were able to watch video footage and observed what appeared to be college-aged students moving the bicycles in question to another bicycle rack. The officer collected the bicycles and met with the complainant to return them.
Medical
BYU EMS and an officer responded to the IPF due to a medical issue. The patient was playing intramural soccer when they felt their knee pop. BYU EMS evaluated the patient, who then refused further medical treatment and was transported by private vehicle to Utah Vallely Hospital.
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Report of a couple of lost keys from the Wilkinson Center. The caller is a building manager who reported that keys were checked out for work purposes but not returned. A search for the keys was conducted, but they have not been located. It is not believed that the keys were stolen; rather, they are thought to have been misplaced. The police documented the report and catalogued the key identifiers
Accident
BYU Police responded to Lot 26 for a minor accident. An officer arrived at the scene and met with the two parties involved. The officer remained on the scene while the parties exchanged information. No injuries were sustained, and the damage was very minor.
Accident Hit & Run
An officer was asked to contact the complainant regarding a traffic accident in lot #40. The officer contacted the complainant and learned that an unknown individual had hit the complainant's vehicle. The suspect left cash on the vehicle but no contact information. The officer looked for video footage of the incident but was unable to locate any. The officer asked the complainant to send the necessary information for the case. At this time, the officer has not received the required information. The complainant was provided with a case number for the incident.
Information
An officer responded to Helaman Halls on a report of bicycles stolen. Officers were able to watch video footage and observed what appeared to be college-aged students moving the bicycles in question to another bicycle rack. The officer collected the bicycles and met with the complainant to return them.
Medical
BYU EMS and an officer responded to the IPF due to a medical issue. The patient was playing intramural soccer when they felt their knee pop. BYU EMS evaluated the patient, who then refused further medical treatment and was transported by private vehicle to Utah Vallely Hospital.
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Police Beat • 04/14/2025
Sick Person
BYU EMS, Provo Paramedics, and a BYU Police officer responded to the Crabtree building for a medical call. Medical personnel treated the patient at the scene and released them without incident.
Accident
An officer responded to a delayed report of a traffic accident that occurred in parking lot 7. The officer met with the complainant, documented the incident, and provided a case number. The accident is still under investigation.
Information
An officer responded to a possible traffic accident in lot #37. Upon arrival and after speaking with both drivers involved, it was determined that the complainant had actually bumped the other vehicle while parking. Both drivers spoke and agreed that the damage was too minor to warrant a report. After discussing the situation, the owners decided they did not need police assistance.
Theft
An officer responded to a theft call at Wymount Terrace. The complainant reported that their political flag had been taken approximately four days ago. The officer checked for security cameras in the area but did not locate any that would have recorded the incident. The officer contacted the complainant, who stated that they only wanted a report for informational purposes.
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BYU EMS, Provo Paramedics, and a BYU Police officer responded to the Crabtree building for a medical call. Medical personnel treated the patient at the scene and released them without incident.
Accident
An officer responded to a delayed report of a traffic accident that occurred in parking lot 7. The officer met with the complainant, documented the incident, and provided a case number. The accident is still under investigation.
Information
An officer responded to a possible traffic accident in lot #37. Upon arrival and after speaking with both drivers involved, it was determined that the complainant had actually bumped the other vehicle while parking. Both drivers spoke and agreed that the damage was too minor to warrant a report. After discussing the situation, the owners decided they did not need police assistance.
Theft
An officer responded to a theft call at Wymount Terrace. The complainant reported that their political flag had been taken approximately four days ago. The officer checked for security cameras in the area but did not locate any that would have recorded the incident. The officer contacted the complainant, who stated that they only wanted a report for informational purposes.
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Police Beat • 04/13/2025
Disturbance
An officer responded to Lot 52 at Wymount after a tenant reported a vehicle driving through the parking lot at high speed and blasting loud music. The complainant believed there were two vehicles, possibly Kia Soul. There was a ten-minute delay before the officer arrived.
Unsecured Gate
An officer on patrol found the gate open at the NCAA track facility open. The officer checked the facility then closed and locked the gate.
Sex Offense
An officer received an emailed report concerning a possible lewdness incident at the Harold B. Lee Library. The officer recognized the suspect from a previous interaction. Although the officer attempted to call the complainant, she was unavailable but indicated she would be free to discuss the matter later in the week. The officer also reviewed video surveillance of the incident.
Suspicious
BYU police officers responded to a report of a suspicious male entering the Smith Field House (SFH) by violating the door. Upon arrival, the officers searched the building but were unable to locate the individual. Dispatch later reported that they had seen the male leave the building before the officers arrived.
Suspicious Activity
A caller reported seeing an unknown male walking in the area with bicycles on the east side of Wyview housing on University Ave. The caller suspected that the bicycles might have been stolen. Officers responded to the location but did not observe any persons or bicycles other than those typically seen in the housing area. A search of the surrounding neighborhood was conducted for a male with bicycles, but none were located.
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An officer responded to Lot 52 at Wymount after a tenant reported a vehicle driving through the parking lot at high speed and blasting loud music. The complainant believed there were two vehicles, possibly Kia Soul. There was a ten-minute delay before the officer arrived.
Unsecured Gate
An officer on patrol found the gate open at the NCAA track facility open. The officer checked the facility then closed and locked the gate.
Sex Offense
An officer received an emailed report concerning a possible lewdness incident at the Harold B. Lee Library. The officer recognized the suspect from a previous interaction. Although the officer attempted to call the complainant, she was unavailable but indicated she would be free to discuss the matter later in the week. The officer also reviewed video surveillance of the incident.
Suspicious
BYU police officers responded to a report of a suspicious male entering the Smith Field House (SFH) by violating the door. Upon arrival, the officers searched the building but were unable to locate the individual. Dispatch later reported that they had seen the male leave the building before the officers arrived.
Suspicious Activity
A caller reported seeing an unknown male walking in the area with bicycles on the east side of Wyview housing on University Ave. The caller suspected that the bicycles might have been stolen. Officers responded to the location but did not observe any persons or bicycles other than those typically seen in the housing area. A search of the surrounding neighborhood was conducted for a male with bicycles, but none were located.
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Police Beat • 04/12/2025
Weapons Offense
Officers responded to a call regarding a male individual hiking the Y-trailhead with an open-carry handgun visible on his hip and a baby carrier on his back containing an infant. The complainant had already vacated the area by the time law enforcement arrived. It is important to note that Utah is an open-carry state; however, Brigham Young University (BYU) has regulations prohibiting weapons on its property. Some users of the Y-trail may not be aware that it falls within BYU's jurisdiction, as the trail also provides access to other hiking systems along the Wasatch Front. Given that the male was not reported to be acting aggressively, officers took no further action apart from maintaining a patrol presence in the area for safety.
Medical
During a softball event at BYU, an officer on duty witnessed an incident involving the university's social media photographer. The photographer was struck in the forehead by a foul ball, resulting in immediate injury. The officer promptly called for BYU EMS to provide assistance. In the meantime, they applied ice to the photographer's forehead and fingers to help manage the swelling and discomfort. Upon arrival, BYU EMS assessed the situation, treated the photographer for her injuries, which included a large goose egg on her forehead and bruising on her fingers.
Found Property
A student turned in a key they found to the officer while he was patrolling South Campus Drive. The key is a fob for a Chrysler vehicle and was turned in at the info desk at the WSC.
Suspicious
An officer received a directive from the Dispatch Center to contact a professor at Brigham Young University (BYU). Upon reaching the professor, she informed the officer that she had received a voicemail at her office earlier that day. The content of the voicemail was unclear to her, as she did not recognize the caller and had no understanding of the message they were trying to convey. The professor noted that the phone number from which the voicemail originated appeared as blocked. In an attempt to gather more information, the officer utilized TLO.COM to investigate the email associated with the unknown caller; however, the search yielded no identifiable owner name.
Hazardous Condition
A concerned citizen alerted the authorities to a hazardous situation involving a road sign that was precariously hanging from a traffic signal pole, posing a potential danger to passing vehicles and pedestrians. Upon arriving at the scene, an officer confirmed the sign's precarious position directly over the roadway. To ensure public safety, the officer requested assistance from the electrical shop, specifically an employee equipped with a boom truck. The shop employee promptly responded and successfully removed the hanging sign before it could fall, eliminating the risk of injury or damage.
Assault
A police officer responded to the area of 450 E Cougar Blvd. and University Pkwy after a caller reported that a vehicle had driven past multiple times, with the occupants throwing water bottles at them and other pedestrians. The officer searched the area and spoke to several individuals who had bottles thrown at them. The officer also identified the suspect vehicle, which is registered in Juab County. This investigation is active and has been referred to the Investigations Division.
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Officers responded to a call regarding a male individual hiking the Y-trailhead with an open-carry handgun visible on his hip and a baby carrier on his back containing an infant. The complainant had already vacated the area by the time law enforcement arrived. It is important to note that Utah is an open-carry state; however, Brigham Young University (BYU) has regulations prohibiting weapons on its property. Some users of the Y-trail may not be aware that it falls within BYU's jurisdiction, as the trail also provides access to other hiking systems along the Wasatch Front. Given that the male was not reported to be acting aggressively, officers took no further action apart from maintaining a patrol presence in the area for safety.
Medical
During a softball event at BYU, an officer on duty witnessed an incident involving the university's social media photographer. The photographer was struck in the forehead by a foul ball, resulting in immediate injury. The officer promptly called for BYU EMS to provide assistance. In the meantime, they applied ice to the photographer's forehead and fingers to help manage the swelling and discomfort. Upon arrival, BYU EMS assessed the situation, treated the photographer for her injuries, which included a large goose egg on her forehead and bruising on her fingers.
Found Property
A student turned in a key they found to the officer while he was patrolling South Campus Drive. The key is a fob for a Chrysler vehicle and was turned in at the info desk at the WSC.
Suspicious
An officer received a directive from the Dispatch Center to contact a professor at Brigham Young University (BYU). Upon reaching the professor, she informed the officer that she had received a voicemail at her office earlier that day. The content of the voicemail was unclear to her, as she did not recognize the caller and had no understanding of the message they were trying to convey. The professor noted that the phone number from which the voicemail originated appeared as blocked. In an attempt to gather more information, the officer utilized TLO.COM to investigate the email associated with the unknown caller; however, the search yielded no identifiable owner name.
Hazardous Condition
A concerned citizen alerted the authorities to a hazardous situation involving a road sign that was precariously hanging from a traffic signal pole, posing a potential danger to passing vehicles and pedestrians. Upon arriving at the scene, an officer confirmed the sign's precarious position directly over the roadway. To ensure public safety, the officer requested assistance from the electrical shop, specifically an employee equipped with a boom truck. The shop employee promptly responded and successfully removed the hanging sign before it could fall, eliminating the risk of injury or damage.
Assault
A police officer responded to the area of 450 E Cougar Blvd. and University Pkwy after a caller reported that a vehicle had driven past multiple times, with the occupants throwing water bottles at them and other pedestrians. The officer searched the area and spoke to several individuals who had bottles thrown at them. The officer also identified the suspect vehicle, which is registered in Juab County. This investigation is active and has been referred to the Investigations Division.
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Police Beat • 04/11/2025
Information
Several officers responded to the tennis courts regarding a disturbance between opposing fans attending a match between the University of Utah and BYU. The athletic director of Olympic sports reported that a group of individuals was engaged in a heated discussion and requested an officer's presence. The matches were competitive, and tensions were high among the fans. Officers stood by to maintain the peace until the matches concluded and the crowd dispersed.
Medical
An officer responded to a medical call at the WSC, where a 58-year-old male had twisted his knee. He was evaluated by Provo Paramedics who had arrived on the scene. After their assessment, they released him from the scene. The patient planned to arrange for a ride to a medical facility for further evaluation of his knee.
Suspicious
An officer was dispatched to the CONE parking lot 25 regarding a report of a suspicious individual photographing vehicles. Upon arrival, the officer discovered that the person was an employee of the creamery, taking pictures to document two vehicles that had been booted due to extended parking and unpaid tickets, for his supervisor.
Parking Problem
An officer was dispatched to the Creamery to investigate a report that an individual had illegally removed a valid boot from his vehicle. Upon arrival, the officer met with the individual, who claimed he was merely joking and asserted that he had not done anything illegal. Despite the individual's explanation, the officer issued a citation for the removal of the boot. The case will be referred to the Provo City Attorney's Office for review of any potential charges.
Lost Property
A police officer filed a report regarding a lost engagement ring. Lost Property: Wilson Diamonds engagement ring featuring a white gold band, a pale-yellow main stone, and smaller white diamonds surrounding the main stone. The ring is estimated to be worth approximately $1,000.00.
Accident
An officer responded to Lot 45 on a traffic accident property damage only. A car traveling westbound ran into a southbound car near the west entrance. Property damage only.
Traffic Problem
BYU Police received a report of an individual riding a dirt bike in Brigham Square. Upon arrival at the scene, officers located the suspect and issued a citation for driving on the sidewalk.
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Several officers responded to the tennis courts regarding a disturbance between opposing fans attending a match between the University of Utah and BYU. The athletic director of Olympic sports reported that a group of individuals was engaged in a heated discussion and requested an officer's presence. The matches were competitive, and tensions were high among the fans. Officers stood by to maintain the peace until the matches concluded and the crowd dispersed.
Medical
An officer responded to a medical call at the WSC, where a 58-year-old male had twisted his knee. He was evaluated by Provo Paramedics who had arrived on the scene. After their assessment, they released him from the scene. The patient planned to arrange for a ride to a medical facility for further evaluation of his knee.
Suspicious
An officer was dispatched to the CONE parking lot 25 regarding a report of a suspicious individual photographing vehicles. Upon arrival, the officer discovered that the person was an employee of the creamery, taking pictures to document two vehicles that had been booted due to extended parking and unpaid tickets, for his supervisor.
Parking Problem
An officer was dispatched to the Creamery to investigate a report that an individual had illegally removed a valid boot from his vehicle. Upon arrival, the officer met with the individual, who claimed he was merely joking and asserted that he had not done anything illegal. Despite the individual's explanation, the officer issued a citation for the removal of the boot. The case will be referred to the Provo City Attorney's Office for review of any potential charges.
Lost Property
A police officer filed a report regarding a lost engagement ring. Lost Property: Wilson Diamonds engagement ring featuring a white gold band, a pale-yellow main stone, and smaller white diamonds surrounding the main stone. The ring is estimated to be worth approximately $1,000.00.
Accident
An officer responded to Lot 45 on a traffic accident property damage only. A car traveling westbound ran into a southbound car near the west entrance. Property damage only.
Traffic Problem
BYU Police received a report of an individual riding a dirt bike in Brigham Square. Upon arrival at the scene, officers located the suspect and issued a citation for driving on the sidewalk.
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Police Beat • 04/10/2025
Suspicious
An officer contacted a BYU Teaching Assistant in the Tanner building. The TA reported that when she arrives at work on Monday and Wednesday mornings, there is an odor in the room that she believes may resemble that of controlled substances. When asked if she has ever smelled or recognized the scent of controlled substances, she replied that she has not. The officer requested that she contact dispatch the next time she detects the odor, so that they can determine if it is drug-related.
Trespassing
Trespassing, South of HBLL; There was a small demonstration near Lot 4. Security requested assistance from the police. Officers responded to assist; however, the issue was ultimately resolved by security personnel.
Lost Property
A complainant reported the loss of two keys over a year ago: key 3115, a copy for the stadium's lost and found, and key 5428, copy #9. Although the keys were previously reported missing to the key shop and have since been replaced, the complainant is unsure of their exact location at the time of loss. The key shop advised the complainant to file a report with the BYU Police for their records.
Lost Property
BYU Building Care at the Music Building conducted their yearly key inventory and reported that they were missing five keys. The officer took the report and this information was sent to the key shop.
Criminal Mischief
An officer met with a complainant regarding a case of criminal mischief that occurred earlier that day between 1328 hours and 1620 hours. The vehicle in question is a Tesla that sustained key scratches, which the complainant believes were inflicted during this time frame. The scratches appear to be consistent with intentional damage. The officer reviewed camera footage and confirmed that no one approached the vehicle while it was parked in Lot 19.
Robbery – Alarm
An officer responded to the Wilkinson Center following a report of a robbery alarm at the distribution center. Upon arrival, the officer contacted the employees, who indicated that the alarm had been triggered accidentally.
Medical
BYU EMS and Police responded to the LSB after a caller reported that a female had fallen down the stairs, injuring her ankle. The patient was treated and evaluated by the EMTs before being released. An officer provided the patient and her brother with a shuttle to the patient's apartment, located south of campus.
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An officer contacted a BYU Teaching Assistant in the Tanner building. The TA reported that when she arrives at work on Monday and Wednesday mornings, there is an odor in the room that she believes may resemble that of controlled substances. When asked if she has ever smelled or recognized the scent of controlled substances, she replied that she has not. The officer requested that she contact dispatch the next time she detects the odor, so that they can determine if it is drug-related.
Trespassing
Trespassing, South of HBLL; There was a small demonstration near Lot 4. Security requested assistance from the police. Officers responded to assist; however, the issue was ultimately resolved by security personnel.
Lost Property
A complainant reported the loss of two keys over a year ago: key 3115, a copy for the stadium's lost and found, and key 5428, copy #9. Although the keys were previously reported missing to the key shop and have since been replaced, the complainant is unsure of their exact location at the time of loss. The key shop advised the complainant to file a report with the BYU Police for their records.
Lost Property
BYU Building Care at the Music Building conducted their yearly key inventory and reported that they were missing five keys. The officer took the report and this information was sent to the key shop.
Criminal Mischief
An officer met with a complainant regarding a case of criminal mischief that occurred earlier that day between 1328 hours and 1620 hours. The vehicle in question is a Tesla that sustained key scratches, which the complainant believes were inflicted during this time frame. The scratches appear to be consistent with intentional damage. The officer reviewed camera footage and confirmed that no one approached the vehicle while it was parked in Lot 19.
Robbery – Alarm
An officer responded to the Wilkinson Center following a report of a robbery alarm at the distribution center. Upon arrival, the officer contacted the employees, who indicated that the alarm had been triggered accidentally.
Medical
BYU EMS and Police responded to the LSB after a caller reported that a female had fallen down the stairs, injuring her ankle. The patient was treated and evaluated by the EMTs before being released. An officer provided the patient and her brother with a shuttle to the patient's apartment, located south of campus.
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