Police Beat

Welfare Check
Officers responded to a welfare check after a roommate was unable to locate her friend for several hours. Officers called the student, who answered immediately and stated she was with friends and heading home. She reported no concerns. The roommate was notified.

Traffic Offense & Fireworks
Officers responded to Helaman Halls on a report of a vehicle throwing firecrackers from the car. Officers located the vehicle near Building 9, where an officer observed a passenger throwing a firecracker out the window while the vehicle was moving. The officer conducted a traffic stop, identified the occupants, and filed charges with Provo Justice Court for throwing lighted material from a vehicle.

Agency Assist
Officers responded to Stadium Avenue and Canyon Road after a vehicle struck university barricades. Because university property was damaged, Provo Police were contacted to take the report. This entry is informational, and Provo’s report is attached to the case.

Accident Hit and Run
A complainant discovered damage to his vehicle after it had been parked overnight in his garage. He believes the damage occurred while parked in Lot 40 on 9/11/2026. BYU cameras did not capture the suspect vehicle. LPR cameras showed the victim vehicle entering campus at 1841 with no damage. Photos were uploaded.

Door Alarm
An officer responded to a forced‑door alarm. The alarm had been triggered when an officer keyed into the building.

Duress Alarm
Officers responded to a duress alarm at the Creamery on Ninth East. Dispatch reviewed cameras and confirmed the activation was accidental. The officer found everything normal and reset the alarm.

Accident
Officers responded to a minor accident in Lot 45 after the football game. Damage was minimal, no injuries occurred, and the officer facilitated the exchange of information.

Accident Hit and Run
Officers responded to a delayed hit‑and‑run near the WSC. The vehicle owner noticed minor rear‑bumper damage after leaving the vehicle parked for an extended period. Officers are reviewing camera footage to identify the suspect vehicle.

Lockout
Officers responded after a campus visitor found their vehicle locked behind a closed gate following the football game. Officers opened the gate so the visitor could leave.

Family Problem
Officers responded to a family problem involving a mentally ill male who had run away and expressed self‑harm concerns. As officers arrived, the male was tackled by his brother while attempting to flee. Officers helped restrain him for safety. He was transported to the hospital and admitted under involuntary commitment.

Animal Problem
Officers responded to the Riviera Apartments after a cat was heard meowing inside a vehicle’s engine bay. Officers contacted the registered owner and safely removed the cat.

Gas Smell
Officers responded to Wyview Park for a natural‑gas smell. A broken oven knob prevented the tenant from fully shutting off the gas. Provo Fire shut off gas to the apartment until Housing could repair the oven. Housing was notified.

Found Property
A couple approached officers at the JKB after finding a backpack and suitcase along a busy street. The backpack contained valuable electronics and a student ID. Officers tried to contact the owner but could only send a text and leave a voicemail due to the late hour. Officers advised the owner to call dispatch to arrange pickup.

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Door Alarm
A BYU Police officer responded to a violated door alarm on the third‑floor stairwell door. The door was found propped open, but nothing suspicious was observed. The officer shut and secured the door.

Door Alarm
An officer responded to a violated door alarm at the Student Athlete Building. Cameras showed employees had propped the internal door open and forgotten to close it. The officer shut and secured the door.

Allergic Reaction
An officer, BYU EMS, and Provo Paramedics responded to a student experiencing an allergic reaction. BYU EMS administered epinephrine, and Provo Paramedics transported the student to Utah Valley Hospital.

Theft
Officers assisted a pizza delivery driver who believed oven bags had been stolen. After investigating, officers found the bags had been left behind on a previous delivery. The bags were returned, and no crime occurred.

Duress Alarm
An officer responded to a duress alarm at the Music Building ticket office. A student employee had accidentally activated the alarm. It was reset before the officer arrived.

Accident – Hit & Run
An officer responded by phone to a hit‑and‑run report. Video review showed no evidence of the incident, and no suspect information is available.

Theft
An officer took a report of an electric scooter stolen from the Heritage Halls bike racks. The case was referred to investigations.

Welfare Check
Officers responded to the MTC for a welfare check on a female who had superficially scratched her arms. She denied suicidal intent and had a support plan involving friends and a counselor. Officers provided information and asked her to seek help if her condition worsened.

Information
A male reported his electric longboard stolen from the Jesse Knight Building. After speaking with the complainant, officers learned a security supervisor had impounded the longboard.

Disturbance
Officers responded to Lot 33 after security observed a male and female arguing. The male had been bitten by a dog earlier and wanted a ride to the hospital, while his wife wanted to attend a play. She left on foot for the theater. Officers stayed with the male until his father arrived to take him to the hospital.

Suspicious
Officers responded to the Riviera Apartments for a report of possible vehicle vandalism. Officers found vulgar drawings on multiple windows, appearing self‑drawn or known to the owner. Officers found no damage to the vehicle and observed nothing illegal. We will revisit the case if the vehicle owner provides additional information.

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Door Alarm
Officers responded to a held‑open door alarm. Dispatch advised the person who entered had authorization, but the door did not shut properly behind them. Officers closed the door and reset the alarm.

Door Alarm
Officers responded to a door‑held‑open alarm at the JSB. The north perimeter door was not closing properly. Officers pushed it fully shut and notified dispatch so maintenance could inspect the door.

Door Alarm
An officer responded to the CANC for a door alarm. While en route, dispatch received a call from the cleaning crew stating they had used a key to enter the door and no police response was needed.

Door Alarm
Officers responded to a violated door alarm. Officers checked the area; everything appeared normal, and no one was found.

Threatening
Officers investigated threatening posts made towards BYU on social media and identified a potential suspect. The Special Investigative Assistance Committee (SIAC), the FBI, and the Utah County Attorney's Office were involved. After reviewing the evidence, the agencies concluded they did not have enough proof to charge the suspect at this time. A request has been made to issue a campus ban on the individual. Officers and detectives will continue to monitor similar behaviors closely to protect the campus community.

Suspicious
Officers responded to a report of a suspicious individual. Officers checked the area, but found no one matching the description or any suspicious behavior.

Disturbance
Officers responded to a report of a disorderly individual seeking to sign up for classes. During the conversation, the individual began swearing and acting abnormally in the office, then abruptly returned to normal and left. The report to dispatch was delayed approximately 20 minutes. Officers checked the area and cameras, but the individual had already left when they arrived.

Theft
An officer contacted a complainant regarding a delayed stolen license plate from a scooter parked on the south side of the WSC between 0900 and 1500. The plate was entered as stolen in NCIC. No suspect information is available.

Escort
An officer responded to the Student Health Center to transport a suicidal individual. No blue slip was issued, as it was a self‑admittal. The individual was transported to UVRMC.

Welfare Check
An officer responded to the area of the Science Building and 800 North for a welfare check on a male possibly experiencing homelessness. The male was off campus, appeared fine, and was not contacted since there was no cause for detention. A sergeant noted the male is frequently seen on campus, cooperative, and has not caused issues.

Theft
Officers contacted a complainant regarding a theft from the TMCB. An iPad and smart keypad were stolen from a backpack left in a seminar room. The iPad last showed a location around 1400 in the JFSB quad before going offline. The iPad belongs to BYU. Identification information will be provided later. No suspects at this time.

Fall
Officers and EMS responded to a fall involving a 17‑year‑old male riding Heelys in a parking lot. He fell forward, hitting his stomach and face, resulting in minor scratches and a bump to the head. EMS treated the injuries and recommended a clinic visit the next morning.

Trauma
Officers and BYU EMS responded to Helaman Halls for a student who injured their hand playing ultimate frisbee. EMS treated and released the student at the scene.

Fire Alarm
Officers responded to a fire alarm at West Campus. No issues were found. The fire technician requested the alarm be silenced for the night, but no audible alarm was present to silence.

Welfare Check
A student requested a Safewalk but lost phone signal while leaving campus. Dispatch could not reach her because she had Wi‑Fi‑only service. An officer searched the area multiple times and attempted to call her. No contact information or address was available. GPS pings from the Safewalk app indicate she arrived at her destination.

Door Alarm
An officer responded to a violated door alarm on a third‑floor stairwell door. The door was found propped open. Nothing suspicious was observed. The officer shut and secured the door.

Door Alarm
An officer responded to a violated door alarm at the Student Athlete Building. Cameras showed employees had propped the internal door open and forgotten to close it. The officer shut and secured the door.

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Found Property
An officer responded to a report of found property after staff located a backpack containing a laptop. Several items inside the backpack identified the owner. Due to the late hour, the officer sent the owner a text message advising that the backpack had been secured and could be retrieved later that day at the Police Department.

Accident
An officer responded to a two-vehicle accident in Lot 45. No injuries were reported by either driver. The accident met reporting requirements, and a report was completed documenting the incident.

Property Damage
An officer responded to Lot 52 to investigate a property damage incident. A BYU Grounds employee operating a lawn mower accidentally struck the front fender of a parked vehicle, causing minor damage. The officer documented the incident, collected the necessary information, and photographed the damage. Efforts are being made to identify and contact the vehicle owner, and the officer is following up on the case

Suspicious Circumstance
An officer responded to the Cannon Center regarding a report of a suspicious beeping noise coming from a backpack left in a hallway cubby. Before the officer arrived, the complainant called back and reported that the owner had retrieved the backpack and left the building. Dispatch subsequently canceled the call, and no further action was required.

Accident
An officer was contacted by a university employee regarding a traffic incident that occurred near the JFSB and West Campus Drive at approximately 8:00 a.m. The employee reported that while making a left turn, a male riding an electric skateboard collided with the university-owned vehicle, causing a minor dent to the hood. The rider picked up the skateboard and left the area without speaking to the driver. The employee requested that the incident be documented in the event the rider later reports the collision.

Extortion
An officer met with a complainant regarding an extortion incident that began through a fake Instagram account and later continued on Tinder. The unknown individual persuaded the complainant to send personal images and then threatened to release the images and ruin the complainant’s life unless money was provided. The complainant sent money initially but refused further demands, ended all communication with the suspect, and responded to the station to file a report. An investigation has been initiated.

Welfare Check
An officer was dispatched to conduct a welfare check on a reportedly homeless male on the east side of the Life Science Building. Upon arrival, the officer contacted the individual and determined he was a student waiting for his instructor and had camping gear with him. The individual did not require any assistance.

Agency Assist
An officer responded to the MTC to assist a sick missionary. Provo EMS arrived on scene, evaluated the patient, and determined that further medical care was needed. The patient was transported by ambulance to a local hospital for additional treatment.

Accident
An officer was dispatched to Parking Lot 1 to investigate a traffic accident. Both vehicle owners were present and provided their personal and insurance information. The officer documented the information, along with the observed vehicle damage, and completed an accident report.

Medical Assist
An officer responded to the Y Trail near Turn 6 after receiving a report of a serious injury involving a youth group participant. The individual was climbing on a rock when it shifted and rolled, causing significant injuries, including a broken leg and arm. Provo Fire personnel treated the patient on scene and transported him to Utah Valley Hospital for further medical care. Officers responded with the BYU Police UTV to assist with transportation and the movement of fire equipment.

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Medical
An officer responded to the BYU Art Building to assist medical personnel with a report of a sick individual. The officer and medical staff located the patient on the second level of the building. Medical personnel evaluated the patient and, after determining no further care was needed, released the patient without additional treatment.

Medical
An officer responded to assist a female student who was feeling nauseous and believed she might pass out. The student reported being ill the previous day and stated that after a long walk to class, she became exhausted and began experiencing severe stomach pain. BYU EMS evaluated the student and assisted her in arranging transportation back to her apartment, where she could rest and recover.

Parking Problem
An officer responded to a report of a vehicle stolen on campus. The vehicle owner reported that they had not seen the vehicle since the spring semester. The officer-initiated efforts to locate the vehicle, and the case remains under investigation.

Medical
An officer responded to the Wilkinson Student Center food court to assist medical personnel with a report of a sick individual. BYU EMS arrived and evaluated the patient. After completing their assessment, medical personnel released the patient, who was transported home by a friend.

Fall
An officer responded to a medical call in Lot 49 involving an elderly male who had struck a dip while operating his mobility scooter. The man sustained minor injuries and requested medical attention. Medical personnel responded to evaluate and assist the patient.

Suspicious Person
An officer conducted a stop for a rideable violation and requested identification from the rider. The individual provided a photo of a BYU student ID card on his phone. Further investigation revealed that the ID card belonged to another person and that the subject had altered the image by replacing the original photo with his own. A report was taken and the incident is under investigation.

Citizen Contact
An officer responded to a report involving two young girls, ages 6 and 7, who had been dropped off by a school bus at the Wyview Park Apartments bus stop. The girls were supposed to be picked up by a family member, but no one arrived. Multiple attempts were made to contact family members, and arrangements were eventually made for relatives to respond and pick up the children. The girls remained safe until they were reunited with their family.

Found Property
Found backpack that had been sitting under a bench for 3 days. The complainant called police because the backpack contained a laptop computer. There was also an ID and the owner’s name was on several items and books. The owner was contacted by the officer and the owner’s brother stopped by to pick up the property.

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Carbon Monoxide Alarm
An officer responded to a carbon monoxide alarm at Wymount Terrace Building 17A. The Provo Fire Department checked the apartment and did not detect any carbon monoxide (CO). Fire personnel determined the carbon monoxide alarm was more than 11 years old and well past its expiration date. A housing maintenance employee responded to the scene and installed a new carbon monoxide alarm.

Suspicious Circumstance
An officer responded to a suspicious circumstance report at Wyview Park. A tenant reported that he found his electric scooter lying in the grassy area near the stairs to his apartment after leaving it locked there overnight. It appeared that someone had cut the lock and attempted to steal the scooter but was unable to start it, leaving it behind. The scooter was not damaged. The tenant wanted the incident documented due to other reported thefts in the area. The officer is reviewing security camera footage for additional information.

Medical
An officer responded to the MTC to assist Provo EMS with a male who was experiencing a seizure. Provo EMS assessed the individual, who was visiting the MTC with an out-of-state young men's group, and transported him to Utah Valley Hospital for further evaluation and treatment.

Accident
An officer responded to a two-vehicle accident in the Lot 52 overflow parking area for Heritage. No injuries were reported. The officer facilitated an exchange of information between the drivers and identified the drivers involved and vehicles. Minor superficial damage was observed to the vehicles. Photographs were taken and attached to the incident report.

Suspicious Person
An officer responded to a report of a suspicious male wearing a black hoodie and either a white face covering or white face paint. The individual was last seen walking north on East Campus Drive toward the Wilkinson Student Center. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate the subject, and no further suspicious activity was observed.

Accident
An officer responded to a parking lot accident involving two vehicles. A vehicle was backing into a parking stall and struck the driver-side door of another car. No damage was reported and there were no injuries. The involved parties exchanged information at the scene.

Medical Assist
An officer responded to the Heritage volleyball courts on BYU campus to assist with a medical call. Upon arrival, medical personnel determined the male patient had a history of knee dislocations and had already repositioned the knee himself. The patient declined further medical treatment and contacted his father, who responded to the scene and assisted him.

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Lockout
A BYU officer responded to Lot 41 for a lockout. The complainant and other employees had been setting up equipment for the football game and found the gate locked when they attempted to leave. The officer opened the gate so they could exit.

Door Alarm
Officers responded to a forced door alarm at the USB. They located a BYU employee preparing for the football game. The employee’s identity was verified, the door was secured, and the alarm was cleared.

Trespassing
Officers responded to LaVell Edwards Stadium after security observed two males jumping the fence. Officers located and identified the individuals just outside the stadium. They were not acting maliciously but made a poor decision. Both were issued warning citations and escorted off campus. Officers conducted additional perimeter and interior checks and found nothing suspicious.

Duress Alarm
Officers responded to a panic alarm that had been delayed for three days. No one was in the area, and none of the switches had been activated. To clear the alarm, the officer activated and reset the switch. Security advised the alarm system had been down for three days.

Information
An officer responded to a complaint about sidewalk chalk artwork near the Botany Pond bike racks. No chalk markings were found on BYU‑owned property. Artwork was observed near the crosswalk and bike racks. Photos were taken; no violations were found, and no further action was required.

Door Alarm
Officers responded to a delayed door alarm at the ROTC Building. The basement armory door had been held open, and security did not have access to check the area. Officers found no one inside and confirmed all interior doors were secure.

CO Alarm
Officers responded to a CO alarm at Wyview. Tenants were cooking and using their oven when the alarm activated. Provo Fire detected readings of 38 ppm and 45 ppm. Windows were opened to ventilate the apartment, and BYU Housing was notified.

Burn
Officers were dispatched to the MTC for a medical call after a patient spilled boiling water on her foot in the cafeteria. Officers and EMS were canceled after the patient left with her mother to the hospital.

Door Alarm
An officer entered a secured door using a code, but an electrical issue triggered an alarm. The officer inspected the area, confirmed the door was secure, and reported the incident. Security has been made aware of the issue.

Lost Property
Officers responded by phone to a report of a lost wallet at BYU Outdoors Unlimited. The victim lost the wallet after exiting their vehicle between 1630 and 1700. There are no working cameras in the lot, and the wallet has not been found or turned in.

Accident Hit & Run
A vehicle was struck while parked in Lot 23 near Heritage Halls. The owner had no suspect information. Officers are reviewing camera footage to identify the suspect vehicle.

Suspicious
Officers responded to a report of a suspicious person possibly hiding behind vehicles near the SFH. The area was checked, but the individual was not found.

Alarm
Officers responded to a door alarm at the ULB. The building was found to be secure, with no one inside.

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Door alarm
An officer responded to a held‑open door alarm at Heritage Halls. The south basement door was found slightly open due to air pressure preventing it from closing on its own. The officer shut and secured the door.

Gas smell
Officers and Provo Fire responded to Wymount for a reported gas smell. Provo Fire checked the residence and detected no gas.

Door Alarm
Officers responded to a door alarm at the LVES. The door was being propped open due to construction in the area. It was secured, and the alarm cleared.

Rideable Problem
During extra patrol near the Engineering Building, an officer observed a male riding a skateboard during class break in violation of Provo City Code 9.31.170(6). The officer gave verbal and visual commands to stop, but the male ran away. He was later identified through cameras. The officer cited him for the micromobility violation and will refer criminal charges for failing to stop at a police officer’s command.

Trespassing
Officers responded to a report of a male with a university ban. The individual was contacted and cited for trespassing. He was instructed to leave campus and not return until the ban is resolved.

Suspicious
Officers responded to the Kimball Tower for a suspicious male attempting to access the radio tower and making others uncomfortable. A student stayed with him until police arrived. The individual had no legitimate reason to be on campus and was issued a 10‑day trespass. A BYU dean indicated a permanent ban will be requested.

Duress Alarm
Officers responded to a panic alarm. Everyone in the area was fine, and the alarm had been unintentionally activated. It was reset.

Accident
Officers and Provo Paramedics responded to Lot 2 for a vehicle–scooter collision. The scooter rider sustained multiple injuries and was transported to Utah Valley Hospital. Officers completed an accident exchange form and booked the scooter into BYU Police for safekeeping.

Allergic Reaction
Officers responded to Heritage Halls for an allergic reaction. Provo Fire and BYU EMS treated the patient, who was given an IV and transported to Utah Valley Hospital. The officer contacted the patient’s parents.

Welfare Check
Officers attempted to contact an individual who made suicidal or self‑harm comments after becoming upset at a free Community Legal Clinic. Attempts to reach the individual and spouse by phone and text were unsuccessful. An agency assist was requested with the jurisdiction of the individual’s most recent address. No contact has been made at this time.

Abandoned 911 Call
Officers responded to a 911 hang‑up from a landline in the East Campus Building. No audio was heard on the call, and dispatch could not determine the phone’s location. Officers checked the building and found no issues.

Lockout
Officers responded to the Rollins Center for a lockout. A student’s key card would not allow reentry after he stepped outside. Officers verified his information and allowed him inside to gather his belongings. Because no staff member was present to authorize his continued presence in the building, he was asked to leave, which he did willingly.

Fraud
An officer contacted a complainant regarding a possible fraud. The complainant purchased a $17 ticket advertised on Instagram for a “BYU Weekend Bash” for freshmen but never received event details. The complainant believes the party was not real and the ticket sale was fraudulent.

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