Police Beat
Police Beat • 11/10/2025
Suspicious
Officer responded to Helaman Halls regarding a suspicious circumstance after a complainant reported hearing a female scream from the street. It was unclear if the scream came from a vehicle, but an older model truck was observed passing by at the time. Upon arrival, the officer checked the area and located a truck occupied by a couple at HLJO. The individuals stated they were Code 4 and had been parked there for about an hour, denying hearing any screams or disturbances. The officer continued patrolling and found no signs of distress or suspicious activity.
Lost Property
A report was taken after a caller reported two lost credit cards and one lost ID, all missing since 11/07/2025 in Brigham Square. The officer checked with the WSC Lost and Found, but no items had been turned in. The complainant was contacted, given the case number, and a lost property report was completed.
Accident
A minor collision occurred in lot 59 involving two vehicles. An officer responded to the scene and took an accident report to document the incident.
Accident
A police officer responded to Lot 37 regarding a minor property damage incident involving a vehicle that reportedly left the scene. The officer located the other driver, who explained they had pulled forward and waited, believing the other vehicle had already departed. After assessing the situation, the officer determined the accident was non-reportable, facilitated the exchange of driver information, and documented the incident. Camera footage was checked but no video of the accident was found.
Medical – Breathing Problem
A report of an individual having trouble breathing at the Wilkinson Student Center prompted responses from officers, BYU EMS, and Provo EMS. However, BYU EMS quickly advised that their assistance was no longer needed before officers arrived.
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Officer responded to Helaman Halls regarding a suspicious circumstance after a complainant reported hearing a female scream from the street. It was unclear if the scream came from a vehicle, but an older model truck was observed passing by at the time. Upon arrival, the officer checked the area and located a truck occupied by a couple at HLJO. The individuals stated they were Code 4 and had been parked there for about an hour, denying hearing any screams or disturbances. The officer continued patrolling and found no signs of distress or suspicious activity.
Lost Property
A report was taken after a caller reported two lost credit cards and one lost ID, all missing since 11/07/2025 in Brigham Square. The officer checked with the WSC Lost and Found, but no items had been turned in. The complainant was contacted, given the case number, and a lost property report was completed.
Accident
A minor collision occurred in lot 59 involving two vehicles. An officer responded to the scene and took an accident report to document the incident.
Accident
A police officer responded to Lot 37 regarding a minor property damage incident involving a vehicle that reportedly left the scene. The officer located the other driver, who explained they had pulled forward and waited, believing the other vehicle had already departed. After assessing the situation, the officer determined the accident was non-reportable, facilitated the exchange of driver information, and documented the incident. Camera footage was checked but no video of the accident was found.
Medical – Breathing Problem
A report of an individual having trouble breathing at the Wilkinson Student Center prompted responses from officers, BYU EMS, and Provo EMS. However, BYU EMS quickly advised that their assistance was no longer needed before officers arrived.
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Police Beat • 11/09/2025
Fire Alarm
Officers responded to a fire alarm at Wymount Terrace. Dispatch contacted the residents before officers arrived and confirmed that there was no fire; the alarm was an ongoing malfunction. The officer silenced and reset the alarm. The on-campus housing fire technician was notified and advised dispatch that he was aware of the issue but was not responding at this time.
Suspicious
Officers responded to a report of a suspicious man at the intersection of Cougar Blvd. and Canyon Road on BYU campus. The complainant stated that the individual was acting strangely and asking questions about the university, which scared him. Officers located the suspect near the indoor practice facility. The man was behaving abnormally but was dressed appropriately for the weather. He requested a ride to the Slate Canyon area in Provo.
Assist Agency
An officer from Weber State PD contacted us regarding a potential sexual assault case that occurred on the Weber State Campus on November 5, 2025. The complainant reported that she met the suspect through the Facebook dating app. She described the suspect as driving a red Jeep Wrangler with Colorado plates. The BYU officer checked the campus housing areas for any vehicles matching this description but was unable to locate a vehicle matching the description.
Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarm
A carbon monoxide (CO) alarm was activated in a residence at Wyview Park Housing. Provo Fire and EMS, along with BYU Police, responded to the scene and confirmed the residence was safe. Provo Fire reported a positive CO reading, though levels were low. The residence was ventilated, and residents were permitted to return. Risk management was notified, and the housing RA was present on scene.
Suspicious Circumstance
An officer was dispatched to a report of a suspicious person trespassing at the UPC. A bishop called to report that they were hosting a ward activity, and a possible homeless individual had entered and helped himself to several cookies. The officer responded but found that the individual had already left and was not located. The officer also walked through the building and confirmed it was secure.
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Officers responded to a fire alarm at Wymount Terrace. Dispatch contacted the residents before officers arrived and confirmed that there was no fire; the alarm was an ongoing malfunction. The officer silenced and reset the alarm. The on-campus housing fire technician was notified and advised dispatch that he was aware of the issue but was not responding at this time.
Suspicious
Officers responded to a report of a suspicious man at the intersection of Cougar Blvd. and Canyon Road on BYU campus. The complainant stated that the individual was acting strangely and asking questions about the university, which scared him. Officers located the suspect near the indoor practice facility. The man was behaving abnormally but was dressed appropriately for the weather. He requested a ride to the Slate Canyon area in Provo.
Assist Agency
An officer from Weber State PD contacted us regarding a potential sexual assault case that occurred on the Weber State Campus on November 5, 2025. The complainant reported that she met the suspect through the Facebook dating app. She described the suspect as driving a red Jeep Wrangler with Colorado plates. The BYU officer checked the campus housing areas for any vehicles matching this description but was unable to locate a vehicle matching the description.
Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarm
A carbon monoxide (CO) alarm was activated in a residence at Wyview Park Housing. Provo Fire and EMS, along with BYU Police, responded to the scene and confirmed the residence was safe. Provo Fire reported a positive CO reading, though levels were low. The residence was ventilated, and residents were permitted to return. Risk management was notified, and the housing RA was present on scene.
Suspicious Circumstance
An officer was dispatched to a report of a suspicious person trespassing at the UPC. A bishop called to report that they were hosting a ward activity, and a possible homeless individual had entered and helped himself to several cookies. The officer responded but found that the individual had already left and was not located. The officer also walked through the building and confirmed it was secure.
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Police Beat • 11/08/2025
Welfare Check
Officers responded to a welfare check at Helaman Halls on BYU campus after reports of a female experiencing a panic attack and potentially self-harming. They located her, determined she did not need medical attention, connected her with campus support services, and then cleared the scene.
Loud Noise
Officer responded to Lot 52 regarding a nuisance report of a Jeep with a sounding alarm. Upon arrival, the officer found the vehicle with the alarm turned off and observed no suspicious activity or individuals around it. No additional complaints were received.
Found Property
A building care employee found a student's wallet at Smith Field House and reported it to campus security. An officer responded, left a message for the student, and later reunited the wallet with its owner.
Property Damage
A police officer responded to a property damage incident at the WC athletic field involving a BYU-owned vehicle that hit a gate. Upon arrival, the officer assessed the scene, documented the details, and completed a formal report of the incident.
Animal Problem
An officer responded to the SNELL Building after a report of a dog acting erratically in a parked van. Upon arrival, the officer found the dog peacefully sleeping on the front passenger seat, with no signs of distress or issues with the vehicle. No further action was taken.
Nuisance
Three boys were reported causing a disturbance at Heritage Halls on BYU campus. Officers responded to the scene and, after being informed that the boys had left, conducted an extra patrol in the area.
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Officers responded to a welfare check at Helaman Halls on BYU campus after reports of a female experiencing a panic attack and potentially self-harming. They located her, determined she did not need medical attention, connected her with campus support services, and then cleared the scene.
Loud Noise
Officer responded to Lot 52 regarding a nuisance report of a Jeep with a sounding alarm. Upon arrival, the officer found the vehicle with the alarm turned off and observed no suspicious activity or individuals around it. No additional complaints were received.
Found Property
A building care employee found a student's wallet at Smith Field House and reported it to campus security. An officer responded, left a message for the student, and later reunited the wallet with its owner.
Property Damage
A police officer responded to a property damage incident at the WC athletic field involving a BYU-owned vehicle that hit a gate. Upon arrival, the officer assessed the scene, documented the details, and completed a formal report of the incident.
Animal Problem
An officer responded to the SNELL Building after a report of a dog acting erratically in a parked van. Upon arrival, the officer found the dog peacefully sleeping on the front passenger seat, with no signs of distress or issues with the vehicle. No further action was taken.
Nuisance
Three boys were reported causing a disturbance at Heritage Halls on BYU campus. Officers responded to the scene and, after being informed that the boys had left, conducted an extra patrol in the area.
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Police Beat • 11/07/2025
Suspicious
A police officer responded to the JRCB after receiving a report of a suspicious male, approximately 40 years old, observed wandering around the building. The report was received after a 15-minute delay. The individual claimed to be a relative of J. Reuben Clark and stated he had commissioned some of the paintings inside the building. The suspect was described as wearing a Cookie Monster hat and having a dark beard. The individual was later identified and trespassed from campus.
Medical
An officer and BYUEMS were dispatched to the JFSB for a report that a student had gone unconscious. It was reported the individual was now conscious and breathing. BYUEMS arrived and rendered aid and the subject was released at the scene.
Duress Alarm
Officers responded to a silent alarm at the JFSB and found that there was no emergency. Reception staff explained that the alarm was accidentally triggered when someone bumped into it, causing it to come off the cabinet. An officer attempted to reset the alarm but was unsuccessful, so maintenance was contacted for assistance.
Medical
A law enforcement officer and BYUEMS were dispatched to the SFH following a report of a male with a hamstring injury that occurred while playing intramural sports. The patient was treated at the scene by EMS.
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A police officer responded to the JRCB after receiving a report of a suspicious male, approximately 40 years old, observed wandering around the building. The report was received after a 15-minute delay. The individual claimed to be a relative of J. Reuben Clark and stated he had commissioned some of the paintings inside the building. The suspect was described as wearing a Cookie Monster hat and having a dark beard. The individual was later identified and trespassed from campus.
Medical
An officer and BYUEMS were dispatched to the JFSB for a report that a student had gone unconscious. It was reported the individual was now conscious and breathing. BYUEMS arrived and rendered aid and the subject was released at the scene.
Duress Alarm
Officers responded to a silent alarm at the JFSB and found that there was no emergency. Reception staff explained that the alarm was accidentally triggered when someone bumped into it, causing it to come off the cabinet. An officer attempted to reset the alarm but was unsuccessful, so maintenance was contacted for assistance.
Medical
A law enforcement officer and BYUEMS were dispatched to the SFH following a report of a male with a hamstring injury that occurred while playing intramural sports. The patient was treated at the scene by EMS.
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Police Beat • 11/06/2025
Accident
An officer responded to Lot 45 on a minor pd accident. Both parties exchanged information. Officer took an accident report and requested video of the accident.
Property Damage
On November 5, 2025, an officer responded to a report of delayed property damage in Lot 26 between 1012 and 2240 hours. The complainant provided photos showing damage consistent with a door ding from a darker vehicle. Camera footage revealed several dark vehicles parked nearby, but no vehicle could be definitively identified as the cause. The case remains open for further investigation.
Extortion
The officer responded by phone to a delayed extortion report. The complainant stated they had fallen victim to a scam, sending $9,000 to a suspect under the false impression it would resolve a warrant. They contacted their bank afterward and were advised not to involve law enforcement until attempting to recover the funds. The report was delayed for 16 days. The officer will collect additional information and refer the case to detectives for further investigation.
Suspicious Circumstance
Officers responded to the Riviera Apartments to investigate reports of a burned marijuana odor. The smell was coming from the same area where previous natural gas leak reports had been made at the apartment's meter. After conducting a thorough area check, officers did not find any issues.
Traffic Offense
Officer responded to a traffic offense call near Heritage Halls residential apartments. The offender was located, contacted, and given a warning about driving in the restricted area.
Found Property
A BYU officer responded to the Smith Field House after a building care crew found a woman's wallet in the student weight room. The wallet contained the student's ID, and upon contact, the student was unaware they had left it behind. The officer returned the wallet, and the student confirmed that nothing was missing.
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An officer responded to Lot 45 on a minor pd accident. Both parties exchanged information. Officer took an accident report and requested video of the accident.
Property Damage
On November 5, 2025, an officer responded to a report of delayed property damage in Lot 26 between 1012 and 2240 hours. The complainant provided photos showing damage consistent with a door ding from a darker vehicle. Camera footage revealed several dark vehicles parked nearby, but no vehicle could be definitively identified as the cause. The case remains open for further investigation.
Extortion
The officer responded by phone to a delayed extortion report. The complainant stated they had fallen victim to a scam, sending $9,000 to a suspect under the false impression it would resolve a warrant. They contacted their bank afterward and were advised not to involve law enforcement until attempting to recover the funds. The report was delayed for 16 days. The officer will collect additional information and refer the case to detectives for further investigation.
Suspicious Circumstance
Officers responded to the Riviera Apartments to investigate reports of a burned marijuana odor. The smell was coming from the same area where previous natural gas leak reports had been made at the apartment's meter. After conducting a thorough area check, officers did not find any issues.
Traffic Offense
Officer responded to a traffic offense call near Heritage Halls residential apartments. The offender was located, contacted, and given a warning about driving in the restricted area.
Found Property
A BYU officer responded to the Smith Field House after a building care crew found a woman's wallet in the student weight room. The wallet contained the student's ID, and upon contact, the student was unaware they had left it behind. The officer returned the wallet, and the student confirmed that nothing was missing.
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Police Beat • 11/05/2025
Accident
A single-vehicle accident was reported with minor damage. The incident occurred in the ULB parking lot. Officers responded to the scene, took a report, and confirmed that no injuries occurred.
Information
Dispatch received a complaint that a drone flew across campus. Officers could not locate anything in the area.
Suspicious
A female student reported an incident at the Joseph F. Smith building during a craft night. She stated that she recognized a male student she had previously interacted with about a month earlier at the Wilkinson Center while she was working at the Cougar Express. During this incident, the male was wearing a dress and approached her counter with a sandwich, asking general questions including the price of the sandwich before leaving it on the counter and walking away. The same male was encountered again at the craft night event, where he continued to ask seemingly benign but uncomfortable questions. The student provided a written statement, noting that the questions were not criminal in nature but appeared to be odd behavior aimed at interacting with females. She left the area without further incident.
Trespassing
Officers responded to the Music Building following a report of two female students playing the pipe organ without authorization. The call was received nearly an hour after it was initially reported to building care. The students gained access to the main concert hall through doors left open by building staff.
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A single-vehicle accident was reported with minor damage. The incident occurred in the ULB parking lot. Officers responded to the scene, took a report, and confirmed that no injuries occurred.
Information
Dispatch received a complaint that a drone flew across campus. Officers could not locate anything in the area.
Suspicious
A female student reported an incident at the Joseph F. Smith building during a craft night. She stated that she recognized a male student she had previously interacted with about a month earlier at the Wilkinson Center while she was working at the Cougar Express. During this incident, the male was wearing a dress and approached her counter with a sandwich, asking general questions including the price of the sandwich before leaving it on the counter and walking away. The same male was encountered again at the craft night event, where he continued to ask seemingly benign but uncomfortable questions. The student provided a written statement, noting that the questions were not criminal in nature but appeared to be odd behavior aimed at interacting with females. She left the area without further incident.
Trespassing
Officers responded to the Music Building following a report of two female students playing the pipe organ without authorization. The call was received nearly an hour after it was initially reported to building care. The students gained access to the main concert hall through doors left open by building staff.
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Police Beat • 11/04/2025
Welfare Check
Dispatch was contacted by a citizen reporting an elderly male who appeared to be lost and was found without any form of identification. Officers responded to the scene, located the individual, and transported him safely back to his residence nearby.
Traffic Offense
Dispatch received a report of a reckless driver on campus. Officers responded to the area with negative contact.
Found Property
The BYU Police Department responded to a report of a stolen laptop from a vehicle parked in the Ross parking lot in Provo. The owner tracked the device to the Wilkinson Student Center and later to the HBLL Library. The laptop was ultimately recovered by a group of students who found it in the middle of Provo Center Street, where it had been struck by several cars. The laptop was returned to the owner for potential data recovery.
Suspicious
The BYU Police Department was alerted to a suspicious gold Toyota Sienna van parked on the first level of the Tanner Building parking structure. The van had window shades covering the windows and was occupied by a single individual. Officers responded to the scene, patrolled all levels of the parking structure, but were unable to locate a vehicle matching the description.
Fire Alarm – Gas Smell
A report of a possible natural gas smell at Chipman Hall prompted the BYU Police Department and Provo Fire Department to respond to the scene. Upon arrival, both agencies conducted an inspection and determined that no natural gas was detected.
Medical
A student living in Heritage Halls contacted the BYU Police Department and Provo Fire Department, reporting that his roommate was feeling ill, experiencing nausea and lightheadedness in the bathroom. Upon arrival, the Provo Fire Department conducted an assessment and concluded that the roommate's symptoms likely resulted from food poisoning or ingestion of something harmful. The patient declined transport to the hospital for further treatment.
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Dispatch was contacted by a citizen reporting an elderly male who appeared to be lost and was found without any form of identification. Officers responded to the scene, located the individual, and transported him safely back to his residence nearby.
Traffic Offense
Dispatch received a report of a reckless driver on campus. Officers responded to the area with negative contact.
Found Property
The BYU Police Department responded to a report of a stolen laptop from a vehicle parked in the Ross parking lot in Provo. The owner tracked the device to the Wilkinson Student Center and later to the HBLL Library. The laptop was ultimately recovered by a group of students who found it in the middle of Provo Center Street, where it had been struck by several cars. The laptop was returned to the owner for potential data recovery.
Suspicious
The BYU Police Department was alerted to a suspicious gold Toyota Sienna van parked on the first level of the Tanner Building parking structure. The van had window shades covering the windows and was occupied by a single individual. Officers responded to the scene, patrolled all levels of the parking structure, but were unable to locate a vehicle matching the description.
Fire Alarm – Gas Smell
A report of a possible natural gas smell at Chipman Hall prompted the BYU Police Department and Provo Fire Department to respond to the scene. Upon arrival, both agencies conducted an inspection and determined that no natural gas was detected.
Medical
A student living in Heritage Halls contacted the BYU Police Department and Provo Fire Department, reporting that his roommate was feeling ill, experiencing nausea and lightheadedness in the bathroom. Upon arrival, the Provo Fire Department conducted an assessment and concluded that the roommate's symptoms likely resulted from food poisoning or ingestion of something harmful. The patient declined transport to the hospital for further treatment.
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Police Beat • 11/03/2025
Duress Alarm
A duress alarm was activated at the BYU laundry building. Officers responded to the scene and contacted staff, who reported that everything was fine. The officers reset the alarm, and no suspicious activity was observed.
Medical
A report was filed concerning an adult female with a medical concern at the WSC. The patient reportedly fainted but was found to be conscious and alert upon assessment. BYU EMS and BYU police responded to the scene, where they provided aide, comfort, and blood pressure checks. After evaluation, the patient was released on scene with no further police action taken.
Robbery Alarm
Dispatch received a panic alarm at the BYU Creamery. Officers responded to the scene and verified that no one had triggered the alarm. It is most likely due to a faulty unit. The supervisor on site was contacted and assured that he would take care of the issue.
Information
Officers were dispatched to a report of a suspicious delay. Upon arrival, they spoke with the complainant, who stated that a male had walked with her and made her feel uncomfortable. No illegal activity was observed or noted during the incident.
Found Property
A student reported finding a wallet in a classroom. An officer responded to the scene, secured the property, and contacted the owner. The wallet was later returned to its rightful owner.
Medical
A 20-year-old male patient with a known history of seizures was assisted after experiencing a seizure. Medical personnel evaluated him thoroughly and confirmed his stability. He was subsequently released into the care of his roommate.
Lost Property
An officer was dispatched to the Joseph F. Smith Building on BYU campus in response to a report of lost Apple ear-buds. The complainant provided a screenshot indicating the last known location of the earbuds. Officers responded to that area, located the missing earbuds, and successfully returned them to the reporting party.
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A duress alarm was activated at the BYU laundry building. Officers responded to the scene and contacted staff, who reported that everything was fine. The officers reset the alarm, and no suspicious activity was observed.
Medical
A report was filed concerning an adult female with a medical concern at the WSC. The patient reportedly fainted but was found to be conscious and alert upon assessment. BYU EMS and BYU police responded to the scene, where they provided aide, comfort, and blood pressure checks. After evaluation, the patient was released on scene with no further police action taken.
Robbery Alarm
Dispatch received a panic alarm at the BYU Creamery. Officers responded to the scene and verified that no one had triggered the alarm. It is most likely due to a faulty unit. The supervisor on site was contacted and assured that he would take care of the issue.
Information
Officers were dispatched to a report of a suspicious delay. Upon arrival, they spoke with the complainant, who stated that a male had walked with her and made her feel uncomfortable. No illegal activity was observed or noted during the incident.
Found Property
A student reported finding a wallet in a classroom. An officer responded to the scene, secured the property, and contacted the owner. The wallet was later returned to its rightful owner.
Medical
A 20-year-old male patient with a known history of seizures was assisted after experiencing a seizure. Medical personnel evaluated him thoroughly and confirmed his stability. He was subsequently released into the care of his roommate.
Lost Property
An officer was dispatched to the Joseph F. Smith Building on BYU campus in response to a report of lost Apple ear-buds. The complainant provided a screenshot indicating the last known location of the earbuds. Officers responded to that area, located the missing earbuds, and successfully returned them to the reporting party.
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Police Beat • 11/02/2025
Suspicious Circumstance
BYU Police Officers were dispatched to a classroom building during the night on report of an alarm tripped from a person exiting the building with equipment in hand. Dispatch was able to identify the individual leaving the property as a BYU professor authorized to be in that building.
Fire Alarm – Gas Smell
A police officer and Provo Fire responded to a report of a gas smell outside Club 22 at the LVES. Upon arrival, the officer detected the odor of gas in the area. Provo Fire personnel also arrived and conducted an assessment but did not detect any measurable gas. The Provo Fire captain explained that a nearby gas meter was likely off-venting gas and reassured that there was no cause for concern.
Carbon Monoxide Alarm
The complainant reported a beeping alarm in their home, uncertain of its meaning and whether it indicated a problem. The complainant confirmed that no fire or smoke was detected. Provo Fire Department and an officer responded to the scene and determined that the alarm was coming from the carbon monoxide detector. Fire personnel conducted testing and found no CO readings in the apartment. The detector was removed and inspected, revealing that it was out of date and in need of replacement. Dispatch notified the housing authorities, who advised they would respond to address the issue.
Public Peace
Officers responded to a noise complaint at Heritage Halls, Building 7. Upon arrival, they observed a three-member band performing Christmas music on the west side of the building. The band indicated they planned to play two more songs before concluding. Approximately 50 students were present, enjoying the performance in a calm and respectful atmosphere.
Fire Alarm – Gas Smell
An officer was dispatched to a report of a gas smell at Wyview Park, Building 25. The officer responded and checked the area. No odor was detected and the call was cleared.
Theft
A victim's electric scooter was stolen from the stairwell of a friend's apartment at Wymount between 9:30 PM and 11:30 PM. The victim did not lock the scooter and had no suspect information. The case has been referred to Investigations for further investigation.
Suspicious Circumstance
BYU Police Officers were dispatched to a classroom building during the night on report of an alarm tripped from a person exiting the building with equipment in hand. Dispatch was able to identify the individual leaving the property as a BYU professor authorized to be in that building.
Fire Alarm – Gas Smell
A police officer and Provo Fire responded to a report of a gas smell outside Club 22 at the LVES. Upon arrival, the officer detected the odor of gas in the area. Provo Fire personnel also arrived and conducted an assessment but did not detect any measurable gas. The Provo Fire captain explained that a nearby gas meter was likely off-venting gas and reassured that there was no cause for concern.
Carbon Monoxide Alarm
The complainant reported a beeping alarm in their home, uncertain of its meaning and whether it indicated a problem. The complainant confirmed that no fire or smoke was detected. Provo Fire Department and an officer responded to the scene and determined that the alarm was coming from the carbon monoxide detector. Fire personnel conducted testing and found no CO readings in the apartment. The detector was removed and inspected, revealing that it was out of date and in need of replacement. Dispatch notified the housing authorities, who advised they would respond to address the issue.
Public Peace
Officers responded to a noise complaint at Heritage Halls, Building 7. Upon arrival, they observed a three-member band performing Christmas music on the west side of the building. The band indicated they planned to play two more songs before concluding. Approximately 50 students were present, enjoying the performance in a calm and respectful atmosphere.
Fire Alarm – Gas Smell
An officer was dispatched to a report of a gas smell at Wyview Park, Building 25. The officer responded and checked the area. No odor was detected and the call was cleared.
Theft
A victim's electric scooter was stolen from the stairwell of a friend's apartment at Wymount between 9:30 PM and 11:30 PM. The victim did not lock the scooter and had no suspect information. The case has been referred to Investigations for further investigation.
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BYU Police Officers were dispatched to a classroom building during the night on report of an alarm tripped from a person exiting the building with equipment in hand. Dispatch was able to identify the individual leaving the property as a BYU professor authorized to be in that building.
Fire Alarm – Gas Smell
A police officer and Provo Fire responded to a report of a gas smell outside Club 22 at the LVES. Upon arrival, the officer detected the odor of gas in the area. Provo Fire personnel also arrived and conducted an assessment but did not detect any measurable gas. The Provo Fire captain explained that a nearby gas meter was likely off-venting gas and reassured that there was no cause for concern.
Carbon Monoxide Alarm
The complainant reported a beeping alarm in their home, uncertain of its meaning and whether it indicated a problem. The complainant confirmed that no fire or smoke was detected. Provo Fire Department and an officer responded to the scene and determined that the alarm was coming from the carbon monoxide detector. Fire personnel conducted testing and found no CO readings in the apartment. The detector was removed and inspected, revealing that it was out of date and in need of replacement. Dispatch notified the housing authorities, who advised they would respond to address the issue.
Public Peace
Officers responded to a noise complaint at Heritage Halls, Building 7. Upon arrival, they observed a three-member band performing Christmas music on the west side of the building. The band indicated they planned to play two more songs before concluding. Approximately 50 students were present, enjoying the performance in a calm and respectful atmosphere.
Fire Alarm – Gas Smell
An officer was dispatched to a report of a gas smell at Wyview Park, Building 25. The officer responded and checked the area. No odor was detected and the call was cleared.
Theft
A victim's electric scooter was stolen from the stairwell of a friend's apartment at Wymount between 9:30 PM and 11:30 PM. The victim did not lock the scooter and had no suspect information. The case has been referred to Investigations for further investigation.
Suspicious Circumstance
BYU Police Officers were dispatched to a classroom building during the night on report of an alarm tripped from a person exiting the building with equipment in hand. Dispatch was able to identify the individual leaving the property as a BYU professor authorized to be in that building.
Fire Alarm – Gas Smell
A police officer and Provo Fire responded to a report of a gas smell outside Club 22 at the LVES. Upon arrival, the officer detected the odor of gas in the area. Provo Fire personnel also arrived and conducted an assessment but did not detect any measurable gas. The Provo Fire captain explained that a nearby gas meter was likely off-venting gas and reassured that there was no cause for concern.
Carbon Monoxide Alarm
The complainant reported a beeping alarm in their home, uncertain of its meaning and whether it indicated a problem. The complainant confirmed that no fire or smoke was detected. Provo Fire Department and an officer responded to the scene and determined that the alarm was coming from the carbon monoxide detector. Fire personnel conducted testing and found no CO readings in the apartment. The detector was removed and inspected, revealing that it was out of date and in need of replacement. Dispatch notified the housing authorities, who advised they would respond to address the issue.
Public Peace
Officers responded to a noise complaint at Heritage Halls, Building 7. Upon arrival, they observed a three-member band performing Christmas music on the west side of the building. The band indicated they planned to play two more songs before concluding. Approximately 50 students were present, enjoying the performance in a calm and respectful atmosphere.
Fire Alarm – Gas Smell
An officer was dispatched to a report of a gas smell at Wyview Park, Building 25. The officer responded and checked the area. No odor was detected and the call was cleared.
Theft
A victim's electric scooter was stolen from the stairwell of a friend's apartment at Wymount between 9:30 PM and 11:30 PM. The victim did not lock the scooter and had no suspect information. The case has been referred to Investigations for further investigation.
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Police Beat • 11/01/2025
Fire Alarm
A police officer responded to a fire alarm at Wymount 14C. Upon arrival, the officer spoke with the tenants, who reported no signs of smoke or fire and noted that this was the second false alarm within two days. The officer contacted the on-call electrician, who confirmed that the heat sensor was faulty and advised silencing the alarm panel. The officer silenced the panel, and the electrician assured that the sensor would be replaced to prevent future false alarms.
Medical
A report was filed regarding an adult male experiencing knee pain. Provo Fire/EMS and BYU police responded to the scene and contacted the patient, who had been playing basketball at the time. The patient received aid and comfort on scene and was subsequently released.
Medical
A BYU student was injured while playing intramural football on the north university fields. Provo Fire and BYU EMS responded to the scene, provided aid, and assessed his condition. The student was assisted to a friend's vehicle by paramedics and was released at the scene.
Medical
An officer and medics were dispatched to the Intramural Field by the RB following a report of a male with a knee injury. Provo Paramedics and BYUEMS responded to the scene and evaluated the individual. He was released at the scene.
Citizen Contact
A report was initially received regarding criminal mischief involving a damaged scooter in the basement of the Heritage 9 building. Upon officer response and contact with the scooter owner, it was observed that the scooter was fully functional, except for a plastic cover that was not closed. The owner believed the open cover might have been intentional, as he did not cause it. The officer closed the cover and confirmed the scooter appeared normal. The owner then rode the scooter away, and no signs of criminal or suspicious activity were detected or observed during the incident.
Traffic Stop
A BYU Police Officer on patrol observed a male on a moped run a red light, then cut off a line of vehicles attempting to turn right by making an unsafe lane change in front of those vehicles. The moped's registration was also expired and had no insurance. The driver was issued citations and released.
Welfare Check
A BYU police officer responded to a Provo apartment near campus after receiving a report from BYU Security that a female BYU student had disconnected from the campus "Safewalk" app. Upon arrival, officers contacted the student at her residence and confirmed that she was safe. It was determined that her disconnection from the app was accidental.
Suspicious Circumstance
BYU Police Officers responded to reports of four males dressed in red climbing trees near Heritage Halls. Upon patrolling the area, officers did not observe any individuals matching the description or any suspicious activity. No additional reports or calls regarding this incident were received.
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A police officer responded to a fire alarm at Wymount 14C. Upon arrival, the officer spoke with the tenants, who reported no signs of smoke or fire and noted that this was the second false alarm within two days. The officer contacted the on-call electrician, who confirmed that the heat sensor was faulty and advised silencing the alarm panel. The officer silenced the panel, and the electrician assured that the sensor would be replaced to prevent future false alarms.
Medical
A report was filed regarding an adult male experiencing knee pain. Provo Fire/EMS and BYU police responded to the scene and contacted the patient, who had been playing basketball at the time. The patient received aid and comfort on scene and was subsequently released.
Medical
A BYU student was injured while playing intramural football on the north university fields. Provo Fire and BYU EMS responded to the scene, provided aid, and assessed his condition. The student was assisted to a friend's vehicle by paramedics and was released at the scene.
Medical
An officer and medics were dispatched to the Intramural Field by the RB following a report of a male with a knee injury. Provo Paramedics and BYUEMS responded to the scene and evaluated the individual. He was released at the scene.
Citizen Contact
A report was initially received regarding criminal mischief involving a damaged scooter in the basement of the Heritage 9 building. Upon officer response and contact with the scooter owner, it was observed that the scooter was fully functional, except for a plastic cover that was not closed. The owner believed the open cover might have been intentional, as he did not cause it. The officer closed the cover and confirmed the scooter appeared normal. The owner then rode the scooter away, and no signs of criminal or suspicious activity were detected or observed during the incident.
Traffic Stop
A BYU Police Officer on patrol observed a male on a moped run a red light, then cut off a line of vehicles attempting to turn right by making an unsafe lane change in front of those vehicles. The moped's registration was also expired and had no insurance. The driver was issued citations and released.
Welfare Check
A BYU police officer responded to a Provo apartment near campus after receiving a report from BYU Security that a female BYU student had disconnected from the campus "Safewalk" app. Upon arrival, officers contacted the student at her residence and confirmed that she was safe. It was determined that her disconnection from the app was accidental.
Suspicious Circumstance
BYU Police Officers responded to reports of four males dressed in red climbing trees near Heritage Halls. Upon patrolling the area, officers did not observe any individuals matching the description or any suspicious activity. No additional reports or calls regarding this incident were received.
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