Police Beat
Police Beat • 12/27/2024
Fire Alarm
Officers and BYU Housing personnel responded to Wymount Terrace after receiving a report of an audible alarm coming from near building 11C. After searching the area, an officer found that the source of the audible alarm was a smoke detector in a dumpster near building 12A. The alarm was retrieved from the dumpster and handed over to housing personnel.
Held Door Alarm
An officer was dispatched to the Marriott Center Annex to check on a door alarm. Upon arrival, the officer found the West Tunnel Entry Door propped open. The officer closed the door, and the alarm cleared.
Alarm
An officer was dispatched to the Ellsworth Building following a report that door 104C was in alarm. The officer found that the area in question was under renovation and that the door was being held open for work purposes. The officer advised Dispatch of the situation and requested that the employees notify Dispatch in the future whenever they need to hold the door open.
Alarm
An officer was dispatched to a door alarm at Heritage Halls, Building 4. Upon arrival, the officer found the door in question propped open. The officer closed the door, and the alarm was cleared.
Alarm
An officer was dispatched to the Ellsworth building following a report of a door alarm. No building security personnel were on duty at the time. The officer contacted the janitorial staff on the scene, who reported that they were working in the area. The officer conducted a walkthrough of the building, checking the exterior doors and access points, including the roll-up doors. The door alarm in question was neither observed nor heard. The door had a flashing key card access point, indicating a possible malfunction. This information was relayed to security dispatch for follow-up.
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Officers and BYU Housing personnel responded to Wymount Terrace after receiving a report of an audible alarm coming from near building 11C. After searching the area, an officer found that the source of the audible alarm was a smoke detector in a dumpster near building 12A. The alarm was retrieved from the dumpster and handed over to housing personnel.
Held Door Alarm
An officer was dispatched to the Marriott Center Annex to check on a door alarm. Upon arrival, the officer found the West Tunnel Entry Door propped open. The officer closed the door, and the alarm cleared.
Alarm
An officer was dispatched to the Ellsworth Building following a report that door 104C was in alarm. The officer found that the area in question was under renovation and that the door was being held open for work purposes. The officer advised Dispatch of the situation and requested that the employees notify Dispatch in the future whenever they need to hold the door open.
Alarm
An officer was dispatched to a door alarm at Heritage Halls, Building 4. Upon arrival, the officer found the door in question propped open. The officer closed the door, and the alarm was cleared.
Alarm
An officer was dispatched to the Ellsworth building following a report of a door alarm. No building security personnel were on duty at the time. The officer contacted the janitorial staff on the scene, who reported that they were working in the area. The officer conducted a walkthrough of the building, checking the exterior doors and access points, including the roll-up doors. The door alarm in question was neither observed nor heard. The door had a flashing key card access point, indicating a possible malfunction. This information was relayed to security dispatch for follow-up.
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Police Beat • 12/26/2024
Fire Alarm
An officer was dispatched to the Kimball Tower in response to a report of a fire alarm. The officer met with the fire technician and searched the floor; the alarm was active, but nothing was found. The fire technician silenced and reset the alarm. It is unknown what caused the alarm.
Fire Alarm
Police were dispatched to Wyview Park for a fire alarm. Officers responded to a vacant apartment and discovered that a component of the water heater had burned out, causing a burnt electrical smell. No other property damage or flames were present. BYU housing was notified and responded to repair the damaged part.
Student Lockout
An officer was dispatched to the Riviera Apartments for a student lockout. The student was contacted and granted access to the apartment to retrieve their keys. No further action was taken
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An officer was dispatched to the Kimball Tower in response to a report of a fire alarm. The officer met with the fire technician and searched the floor; the alarm was active, but nothing was found. The fire technician silenced and reset the alarm. It is unknown what caused the alarm.
Fire Alarm
Police were dispatched to Wyview Park for a fire alarm. Officers responded to a vacant apartment and discovered that a component of the water heater had burned out, causing a burnt electrical smell. No other property damage or flames were present. BYU housing was notified and responded to repair the damaged part.
Student Lockout
An officer was dispatched to the Riviera Apartments for a student lockout. The student was contacted and granted access to the apartment to retrieve their keys. No further action was taken
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Police Beat • 12/24/2024 - 12/25/2024
Medical
BYU officers and Provo Fire personnel were dispatched to the Wilkinson Student Center following reports of an unconscious woman. The woman had recently donated blood and was walking around the WSC when she suddenly collapsed. Provo Paramedics arrived promptly at the scene, assessed her condition, and provided necessary care. After determining that she was stable, the paramedics assisted her in walking to her vehicle. Her husband was present and assured responders that he would drive her home to rest and recover.
Alarm-Forced
On 12/24/2024, an alarm was triggered at Door 1240 C, SWKT, in the lab, indicating a forced entry. Due to safety concerns, the responding officer did not enter the lab for an assessment. Upon review, it was confirmed that all exterior doors were secure. The on-call responsible person has been notified of the situation for further investigation.
Agency Assist
An officer stepped in to assist local police by directing traffic on 900 East, ensuring smooth flow and safety for motorists and pedestrians alike. This intervention was necessary due to an apartment fire reported at 450 North and 999 East, where emergency services were responding.
Unsecured Door
An officer was checking the area around Smith Field House when he observed a door that was propped open. It was 8:20 PM on Christmas Eve, and the building should have been secure. The officer closed the door and checked several areas of the building but could not locate anyone. Dispatch also advised that the building was scheduled to be closed for the holiday.
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BYU officers and Provo Fire personnel were dispatched to the Wilkinson Student Center following reports of an unconscious woman. The woman had recently donated blood and was walking around the WSC when she suddenly collapsed. Provo Paramedics arrived promptly at the scene, assessed her condition, and provided necessary care. After determining that she was stable, the paramedics assisted her in walking to her vehicle. Her husband was present and assured responders that he would drive her home to rest and recover.
Alarm-Forced
On 12/24/2024, an alarm was triggered at Door 1240 C, SWKT, in the lab, indicating a forced entry. Due to safety concerns, the responding officer did not enter the lab for an assessment. Upon review, it was confirmed that all exterior doors were secure. The on-call responsible person has been notified of the situation for further investigation.
Agency Assist
An officer stepped in to assist local police by directing traffic on 900 East, ensuring smooth flow and safety for motorists and pedestrians alike. This intervention was necessary due to an apartment fire reported at 450 North and 999 East, where emergency services were responding.
Unsecured Door
An officer was checking the area around Smith Field House when he observed a door that was propped open. It was 8:20 PM on Christmas Eve, and the building should have been secure. The officer closed the door and checked several areas of the building but could not locate anyone. Dispatch also advised that the building was scheduled to be closed for the holiday.
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Police Beat • 12/23/2024
Carbon Monoxide Alarm
An officer responded to Wyview Park regarding a carbon monoxide (CO) alarm. Provo Fire responded and found that CO was present in the apartment. After ventilating the room and contacting the resident, it was determined that the CO had come from baking with the stove for an extended period. A housing maintenance employee responded, checked everything, and confirmed that the CO was from cooking in the oven. The housing employee approved the residents to return to the apartment.
Possible Trespass Information
On December 23, 2024, the BYU Police Department received a delayed report regarding a male conducting TikTok interviews with students on BYU campus, in violation of the BYU Filming on Campus policy. The individual was sent an official cease and desist letter from the BYU Administration, indicating that he could be removed from campus or issued a citation for trespassing if he continued to violate the policy. The subject referenced this letter before returning to BYU campus in December to conduct additional TikTok interviews. Criminal charges for trespassing are currently pending. This case is being reviewed by investigations.
Fire Alarm
The BYU Police responded to a smoke alarm in Wyview Park. The tenants reported that it was a cooking error, and no flames or property damage had occurred. The alarm was silenced, and BYU Housing was notified.
Accident
BYU police responded to Lot 54 for a delayed vehicle accident. The two parties had already exchanged information but had questions about insurance claims. The officer addressed their inquiries and advised them to contact BYUPD with any further questions.
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An officer responded to Wyview Park regarding a carbon monoxide (CO) alarm. Provo Fire responded and found that CO was present in the apartment. After ventilating the room and contacting the resident, it was determined that the CO had come from baking with the stove for an extended period. A housing maintenance employee responded, checked everything, and confirmed that the CO was from cooking in the oven. The housing employee approved the residents to return to the apartment.
Possible Trespass Information
On December 23, 2024, the BYU Police Department received a delayed report regarding a male conducting TikTok interviews with students on BYU campus, in violation of the BYU Filming on Campus policy. The individual was sent an official cease and desist letter from the BYU Administration, indicating that he could be removed from campus or issued a citation for trespassing if he continued to violate the policy. The subject referenced this letter before returning to BYU campus in December to conduct additional TikTok interviews. Criminal charges for trespassing are currently pending. This case is being reviewed by investigations.
Fire Alarm
The BYU Police responded to a smoke alarm in Wyview Park. The tenants reported that it was a cooking error, and no flames or property damage had occurred. The alarm was silenced, and BYU Housing was notified.
Accident
BYU police responded to Lot 54 for a delayed vehicle accident. The two parties had already exchanged information but had questions about insurance claims. The officer addressed their inquiries and advised them to contact BYUPD with any further questions.
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Police Beat • 12/21/2024 - 12/22/2024
Fire Alarm-Gas Smell
An officer was dispatched to a Wymount Terrace apartment to assist Provo Fire with a reported odor of natural gas. When Provo Fire arrived, they found no measurable amount of natural gas or carbon monoxide (CO) in the apartment. None of the residents reported feeling ill.
Information
An officer was dispatched to the parking lot west of the West Campus Office Building. Upon arrival, the officer spoke with an individual who stated that she regularly parks her vehicle in the lot each night. The complainant mentioned that she lived across the street and found one metal screw in each of her back tires.
She expressed concern that someone may have intentionally placed the screws under her tires. The complainant indicated that she was not aware of anyone who might be upset with her and noted that this had not occurred on any previous occasions. Additionally, the BYU surveillance camera system does not cover the area in question.
Missing Person
BYU police were dispatched to investigate a missing child following the basketball game at the Marriott Center. Before officers could initiate their search, the parents called dispatch to inform them that they had located the child. No further action was taken.
Alarm-Intrusion
An officer was dispatched to the Joseph F. Smith Building near the Education in Zion area. The officer checked the location and found no problems. However, the officer heard an audible alarm in room B031 and acknowledged it. The area was examined further, and nothing suspicious was observed.
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An officer was dispatched to a Wymount Terrace apartment to assist Provo Fire with a reported odor of natural gas. When Provo Fire arrived, they found no measurable amount of natural gas or carbon monoxide (CO) in the apartment. None of the residents reported feeling ill.
Information
An officer was dispatched to the parking lot west of the West Campus Office Building. Upon arrival, the officer spoke with an individual who stated that she regularly parks her vehicle in the lot each night. The complainant mentioned that she lived across the street and found one metal screw in each of her back tires.
She expressed concern that someone may have intentionally placed the screws under her tires. The complainant indicated that she was not aware of anyone who might be upset with her and noted that this had not occurred on any previous occasions. Additionally, the BYU surveillance camera system does not cover the area in question.
Missing Person
BYU police were dispatched to investigate a missing child following the basketball game at the Marriott Center. Before officers could initiate their search, the parents called dispatch to inform them that they had located the child. No further action was taken.
Alarm-Intrusion
An officer was dispatched to the Joseph F. Smith Building near the Education in Zion area. The officer checked the location and found no problems. However, the officer heard an audible alarm in room B031 and acknowledged it. The area was examined further, and nothing suspicious was observed.
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Police Beat • 12/19/2024 - 12/20/2024
Duress Alarm
Police were dispatched to a duress alarm at the Wilkinson Student Center. However, before officers could respond, dispatch informed them that the responsible party had called to report there was no emergency, and that no police response was needed.
Lost Property
An officer was contacted by a complainant regarding a lost master key to the McKay Building. The complainant was unsure whether she had lost the key at her home or somewhere in the building. She stated that she needed a police report to obtain a new key and indicated that she would call back if she was able to locate the missing key. The officer provided her with the case number.
Duress Alarm
An officer was dispatched to the West Campus Central Building in response to a report of an accidental activation of the duress button in the main office. The officer met with the office staff, verified that the alarm was indeed accidental, and assisted in resetting the alarm button.
Attempt to Locate
Dispatch reported that a vehicle previously reported as stolen had been sighted approximately 15 minutes earlier on campus, traveling southbound on West Campus Drive. Before the officer arrived in the area, Dispatch indicated that the vehicle had traveled southbound off campus. Dispatch then informed Provo Police about the vehicle and its last known direction of travel.
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Police were dispatched to a duress alarm at the Wilkinson Student Center. However, before officers could respond, dispatch informed them that the responsible party had called to report there was no emergency, and that no police response was needed.
Lost Property
An officer was contacted by a complainant regarding a lost master key to the McKay Building. The complainant was unsure whether she had lost the key at her home or somewhere in the building. She stated that she needed a police report to obtain a new key and indicated that she would call back if she was able to locate the missing key. The officer provided her with the case number.
Duress Alarm
An officer was dispatched to the West Campus Central Building in response to a report of an accidental activation of the duress button in the main office. The officer met with the office staff, verified that the alarm was indeed accidental, and assisted in resetting the alarm button.
Attempt to Locate
Dispatch reported that a vehicle previously reported as stolen had been sighted approximately 15 minutes earlier on campus, traveling southbound on West Campus Drive. Before the officer arrived in the area, Dispatch indicated that the vehicle had traveled southbound off campus. Dispatch then informed Provo Police about the vehicle and its last known direction of travel.
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Police Beat • 12/18/2024
Information
An officer responded to the BYU Broadcasting Building regarding a delayed comment about "suicide" left on a video-sharing platform concerning a video posted on YouTube. The officer did not see an immediate threat from the comment. Dispatch checked to see if a student went by the name mentioned in the post and could not find a BYU student or employee with that name. Investigations will look into the incident further.
Criminal Mischief
An officer responded to Lot 37 regarding a case of criminal mischief. An unknown individual had keyed a vehicle in the parking lot. The officer arrived and photographed the damage. The officer checked surveillance footage, but nothing was captured on camera. Officers have explored numerous avenues to gather information about the suspect.
Fire Alarm
Officers responded to the University Laundry Building after receiving a report of smoke that had no odor but was irritating employees' eyes. When the officers arrived, all employees were evacuating the building. The officers contacted a salt pump truck that was preparing to leave. Provo Fire arrived and determined that the pump truck had pumped salt into the water softener, and the container bag over the salt holding tank was open, resulting in a cloud of salt dust in the lobby area. The situation was not harmful and was merely an irritant. The fire department stayed on-scene to investigate further.
Information
A student was served legal papers regarding parental guardianship, which caused them significant anxiety. An officer met with the student and helped explain the legal papers they had received, as well as the need for legal counsel from an attorney. The officer suggested that the student continue to work with the victim's advocate when they returned to work.
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An officer responded to the BYU Broadcasting Building regarding a delayed comment about "suicide" left on a video-sharing platform concerning a video posted on YouTube. The officer did not see an immediate threat from the comment. Dispatch checked to see if a student went by the name mentioned in the post and could not find a BYU student or employee with that name. Investigations will look into the incident further.
Criminal Mischief
An officer responded to Lot 37 regarding a case of criminal mischief. An unknown individual had keyed a vehicle in the parking lot. The officer arrived and photographed the damage. The officer checked surveillance footage, but nothing was captured on camera. Officers have explored numerous avenues to gather information about the suspect.
Fire Alarm
Officers responded to the University Laundry Building after receiving a report of smoke that had no odor but was irritating employees' eyes. When the officers arrived, all employees were evacuating the building. The officers contacted a salt pump truck that was preparing to leave. Provo Fire arrived and determined that the pump truck had pumped salt into the water softener, and the container bag over the salt holding tank was open, resulting in a cloud of salt dust in the lobby area. The situation was not harmful and was merely an irritant. The fire department stayed on-scene to investigate further.
Information
A student was served legal papers regarding parental guardianship, which caused them significant anxiety. An officer met with the student and helped explain the legal papers they had received, as well as the need for legal counsel from an attorney. The officer suggested that the student continue to work with the victim's advocate when they returned to work.
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Police Beat • 12/17/2024
Suspicious
Officers responded to the area of the Smith Field House and the Richards Building following a report of a suspicious person called in by custodial staff. It was reported that the individual was walking around, carrying a bag and looking into cars. The description was quite basic as the person was wearing a hoodie. The responding officers located a male walking between the Smith Field House and the Richards Building, and he matched the description. He provided a student ID and stated he was just walking around the area, contemplating finals. Officers continued extra patrols in the area, and no one else was located.
Alarm JRCB
The officer responded to an open-door alarm at the JRCB. The door that triggered the alarm was Door 526 in the stairwell. When the officer arrived, the door was closed. It is possible that someone either left the building or the alarm was triggered by custodial activity.
Information
The BYU Police Department was contacted by an individual reporting that a pair of Beats headphones had gone missing from the workout room in the Annex building. After reviewing surveillance footage, the officer determined that a staff member had entered the room, collected several items he believed had been left there by mistake, and took them to a locker, where they were later recovered.
Theft
Police were dispatched to the Jesse Knight Building in response to a report of a stolen electric hoverboard. The owner stated that he had parked the hoverboard near the building and left it there for a few days. When he returned, he discovered that it was missing. The officer gathered information for the report and reviewed camera footage in an attempt to identify any suspects. The case is currently under investigation.
Lost Property
An officer responded to the Joseph F. Smith Building and met with the complainant regarding a lost cell phone. The complainant believed they might have left it in a room after taking a final exam. The officer opened the room and found the phone where the complainant had left it.
Medical
An officer responded to the Wilkinson Student Center for a medical emergency regarding a seizure. BYU EMS and the Provo Fire Department assessed the patient and released them at the scene.
Traffic Stop
An officer observed a vehicle operating without insurance and initiated a stop for this violation. During an inventory of the vehicle in preparation for an impound due to the lack of insurance, the officer discovered drug paraphernalia in plain view. Subsequently, the officer searched both the car and the driver, uncovering controlled substances and additional paraphernalia that the driver had attempted to hide or destroy.
The officer arrested the driver on multiple charges: possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, obstruction of justice, driving without insurance, and driving under the influence (DUI). The officer then transported the male to the Utah County Jail, where he submitted to both blood and urine tests.
Results of the blood test are pending; however, the urine analysis indicated that the driver tested positive for methamphetamine, amphetamine, opiates, ecstasy, and Suboxone. This report will be forwarded to the Utah County Attorney's Office for review of potential charges.
Welfare Check
The police were notified about a woman in the Wilkinson Student Center who appeared out of place. She was described as older and carrying multiple grocery bags. Officers conducted an extra patrol of the area and located the woman. Since she was not bothering anyone or breaking any laws, no contact was made, and no action was taken.
Found Property
A complainant found a key ring with a couple dozen keys in the parking lot just west of the Campus Plaza apartments. The key ring also had a small blue flashlight labeled "Y Campus Police," so the complainant turned the keys in to the BYU police department. The officer who received the keys attempted to contact the Campus Plaza office, but it was closed for the night, and a message was left. Currently, it is unclear to whom the keys belong. The information will be passed on to the day shift officers to check with Campus Plaza and see if the keys belong to them.
Welfare Check
Officers were dispatched to the Thomas L. Martin Building concerning a homeless male possibly sleeping in the foyer area. The individual was wearing a heavy coat and carrying a suitcase. He was asking questions of students and staff, which made others uncomfortable. Officers checked the building but could not locate anyone matching the description. The BYU carpet cleaners, who were in the building at the time, reported that they had not seen anyone fitting that description either. Officers continued to patrol the building for several more minutes before clearing the scene. All exterior doors were secure.
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Officers responded to the area of the Smith Field House and the Richards Building following a report of a suspicious person called in by custodial staff. It was reported that the individual was walking around, carrying a bag and looking into cars. The description was quite basic as the person was wearing a hoodie. The responding officers located a male walking between the Smith Field House and the Richards Building, and he matched the description. He provided a student ID and stated he was just walking around the area, contemplating finals. Officers continued extra patrols in the area, and no one else was located.
Alarm JRCB
The officer responded to an open-door alarm at the JRCB. The door that triggered the alarm was Door 526 in the stairwell. When the officer arrived, the door was closed. It is possible that someone either left the building or the alarm was triggered by custodial activity.
Information
The BYU Police Department was contacted by an individual reporting that a pair of Beats headphones had gone missing from the workout room in the Annex building. After reviewing surveillance footage, the officer determined that a staff member had entered the room, collected several items he believed had been left there by mistake, and took them to a locker, where they were later recovered.
Theft
Police were dispatched to the Jesse Knight Building in response to a report of a stolen electric hoverboard. The owner stated that he had parked the hoverboard near the building and left it there for a few days. When he returned, he discovered that it was missing. The officer gathered information for the report and reviewed camera footage in an attempt to identify any suspects. The case is currently under investigation.
Lost Property
An officer responded to the Joseph F. Smith Building and met with the complainant regarding a lost cell phone. The complainant believed they might have left it in a room after taking a final exam. The officer opened the room and found the phone where the complainant had left it.
Medical
An officer responded to the Wilkinson Student Center for a medical emergency regarding a seizure. BYU EMS and the Provo Fire Department assessed the patient and released them at the scene.
Traffic Stop
An officer observed a vehicle operating without insurance and initiated a stop for this violation. During an inventory of the vehicle in preparation for an impound due to the lack of insurance, the officer discovered drug paraphernalia in plain view. Subsequently, the officer searched both the car and the driver, uncovering controlled substances and additional paraphernalia that the driver had attempted to hide or destroy.
The officer arrested the driver on multiple charges: possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, obstruction of justice, driving without insurance, and driving under the influence (DUI). The officer then transported the male to the Utah County Jail, where he submitted to both blood and urine tests.
Results of the blood test are pending; however, the urine analysis indicated that the driver tested positive for methamphetamine, amphetamine, opiates, ecstasy, and Suboxone. This report will be forwarded to the Utah County Attorney's Office for review of potential charges.
Welfare Check
The police were notified about a woman in the Wilkinson Student Center who appeared out of place. She was described as older and carrying multiple grocery bags. Officers conducted an extra patrol of the area and located the woman. Since she was not bothering anyone or breaking any laws, no contact was made, and no action was taken.
Found Property
A complainant found a key ring with a couple dozen keys in the parking lot just west of the Campus Plaza apartments. The key ring also had a small blue flashlight labeled "Y Campus Police," so the complainant turned the keys in to the BYU police department. The officer who received the keys attempted to contact the Campus Plaza office, but it was closed for the night, and a message was left. Currently, it is unclear to whom the keys belong. The information will be passed on to the day shift officers to check with Campus Plaza and see if the keys belong to them.
Welfare Check
Officers were dispatched to the Thomas L. Martin Building concerning a homeless male possibly sleeping in the foyer area. The individual was wearing a heavy coat and carrying a suitcase. He was asking questions of students and staff, which made others uncomfortable. Officers checked the building but could not locate anyone matching the description. The BYU carpet cleaners, who were in the building at the time, reported that they had not seen anyone fitting that description either. Officers continued to patrol the building for several more minutes before clearing the scene. All exterior doors were secure.
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Police Beat • 12/16/2024
Fire Alarm
An officer responded to the Marriott Center Annex due to a fire alarm. Upon arrival, the officer found the alarm panel displaying a "trouble alarm." The officer acknowledged the alarm on the panel, silenced the audible alert, and referred the issue to the electricians for repair. There was no fire, flames, or smoke—only an equipment failure within the system.
Accident
An officer responded to Lot 14 to investigate a traffic accident. The driver of a privately-owned vehicle backed into a BYU box truck, causing damage to the privately-owned vehicle. Fortunately, there were no injuries. Information was gathered, and a report was made.
Attempt to Locate Stolen Vehicle
Dispatch reported that a vehicle with a Utah license plate appeared to show stolen on the Smith Field House LPR surveillance system. Officers were dispatched to the area to check for the vehicle. After a few minutes, the officers arrived; however, dispatch then clarified that it was an error due to a misreading of one of the letters on the plate, leading to the cancellation of the officers' response.
Medical
A student injured his eye in a laboratory in the Clyde Building. Officers arrived on the scene along with Provo Fire. The student reported that he slipped on a wet spot on the floor, causing him to fall and cut his left eye. Paramedics bandaged the injury and advised him to seek follow-up medical care, as he would need stitches to close the laceration.
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An officer responded to the Marriott Center Annex due to a fire alarm. Upon arrival, the officer found the alarm panel displaying a "trouble alarm." The officer acknowledged the alarm on the panel, silenced the audible alert, and referred the issue to the electricians for repair. There was no fire, flames, or smoke—only an equipment failure within the system.
Accident
An officer responded to Lot 14 to investigate a traffic accident. The driver of a privately-owned vehicle backed into a BYU box truck, causing damage to the privately-owned vehicle. Fortunately, there were no injuries. Information was gathered, and a report was made.
Attempt to Locate Stolen Vehicle
Dispatch reported that a vehicle with a Utah license plate appeared to show stolen on the Smith Field House LPR surveillance system. Officers were dispatched to the area to check for the vehicle. After a few minutes, the officers arrived; however, dispatch then clarified that it was an error due to a misreading of one of the letters on the plate, leading to the cancellation of the officers' response.
Medical
A student injured his eye in a laboratory in the Clyde Building. Officers arrived on the scene along with Provo Fire. The student reported that he slipped on a wet spot on the floor, causing him to fall and cut his left eye. Paramedics bandaged the injury and advised him to seek follow-up medical care, as he would need stitches to close the laceration.
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Police Beat • 12/15/2024
Lost Property
An officer was asked to contact the complainant regarding a lost laptop at the Maeser Building. The officer made phone contact with the complainant, who explained that he last saw his laptop at the Maeser Building on December 13, 2024, at 11:30 AM. Officers checked the Maeser Building and other locations but were unable to locate the laptop. The officer informed the complainant of this and advised him to check the lost and found at the Wilkinson Center on Monday during business hours. The complainant was provided with a case number and was told to call back and speak with the on-duty officer if he was unable to locate the laptop on Monday.
Information
A caller from the southwest side of Provo City contacted Provo Police dispatch to report seeing lights in the area of Y Mountain and/or Maple Mountain. The call was transferred to BYU Police, and an officer was dispatched to the Y trailhead area to attempt contact with hikers who may have needed assistance. The officer contacted the caller, who reported that the lights—possibly from headlamps, flashlights, or vehicle headlights—were seen further south than Y Mountain and closer to Forest Service or Utah County land. This information was relayed to Central Dispatch for dissemination to the appropriate law enforcement agencies. It is believed that the call was transferred to BYU Police because the caller used Y Mountain as a reference point to describe the location of the lights. The BYU officer at the Y Mountain trailhead did not observe anyone in need of assistance, and no additional calls or information were reported or dispatched by any parties. There was no indication of any persons in need or otherwise.
Trespassing
An officer was dispatched to the Miller Baseball Complex to investigate a trespassing violation. According to a witness, a group of young students was on top of the scoreboard. Upon arrival, the officer observed six individuals on the scoreboard. The officer requested that they get down and then verified their student IDs to confirm their status on campus. All of them had identification except for one student. They were informed to stay away from areas closed to the public. No other violations of concern were observed during the officer’s interactions with them.
Nuisance
Officers were dispatched to the central area of Heritage Halls in response to a report of a vehicle and individuals playing loud music. Upon arrival, the officers patrolled the area and observed many people and groups; however, they did not find a vehicle parked on the sidewalk or in the surrounding vicinity. The officers also patrolled the interior and perimeter of Heritage Halls but detected no criminal or suspicious activity.
Welfare Check
An officer was asked to investigate a possible welfare check on an individual walking near the south entrance of the library. The suspect was described by the witness as a 5'10" Black male with a short beard, behaving as if he were looking for a place to sleep. During my patrol of the area, I did not locate anyone matching the description.
Keep the Peace
An officer was dispatched to keep the peace at Heritage Halls between two roommates while one of them moved out. The officers on scene encountered no issues as the roommates moved their belongings.
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An officer was asked to contact the complainant regarding a lost laptop at the Maeser Building. The officer made phone contact with the complainant, who explained that he last saw his laptop at the Maeser Building on December 13, 2024, at 11:30 AM. Officers checked the Maeser Building and other locations but were unable to locate the laptop. The officer informed the complainant of this and advised him to check the lost and found at the Wilkinson Center on Monday during business hours. The complainant was provided with a case number and was told to call back and speak with the on-duty officer if he was unable to locate the laptop on Monday.
Information
A caller from the southwest side of Provo City contacted Provo Police dispatch to report seeing lights in the area of Y Mountain and/or Maple Mountain. The call was transferred to BYU Police, and an officer was dispatched to the Y trailhead area to attempt contact with hikers who may have needed assistance. The officer contacted the caller, who reported that the lights—possibly from headlamps, flashlights, or vehicle headlights—were seen further south than Y Mountain and closer to Forest Service or Utah County land. This information was relayed to Central Dispatch for dissemination to the appropriate law enforcement agencies. It is believed that the call was transferred to BYU Police because the caller used Y Mountain as a reference point to describe the location of the lights. The BYU officer at the Y Mountain trailhead did not observe anyone in need of assistance, and no additional calls or information were reported or dispatched by any parties. There was no indication of any persons in need or otherwise.
Trespassing
An officer was dispatched to the Miller Baseball Complex to investigate a trespassing violation. According to a witness, a group of young students was on top of the scoreboard. Upon arrival, the officer observed six individuals on the scoreboard. The officer requested that they get down and then verified their student IDs to confirm their status on campus. All of them had identification except for one student. They were informed to stay away from areas closed to the public. No other violations of concern were observed during the officer’s interactions with them.
Nuisance
Officers were dispatched to the central area of Heritage Halls in response to a report of a vehicle and individuals playing loud music. Upon arrival, the officers patrolled the area and observed many people and groups; however, they did not find a vehicle parked on the sidewalk or in the surrounding vicinity. The officers also patrolled the interior and perimeter of Heritage Halls but detected no criminal or suspicious activity.
Welfare Check
An officer was asked to investigate a possible welfare check on an individual walking near the south entrance of the library. The suspect was described by the witness as a 5'10" Black male with a short beard, behaving as if he were looking for a place to sleep. During my patrol of the area, I did not locate anyone matching the description.
Keep the Peace
An officer was dispatched to keep the peace at Heritage Halls between two roommates while one of them moved out. The officers on scene encountered no issues as the roommates moved their belongings.
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