Police Beat
Police Beat • 06/10/2025
Animal Problem
A grounds maintenance worker attempted to rescue ducklings trapped in a storm drain but was unable to do so due to the drain's depth and safety concerns. The worker would have required a two-story ladder to reach the ducks, and they had also entered a pipe, making the ducks temporarily out of view. For safety reasons, entry into the storm drain was not permitted.
Accident
A two-vehicle collision occurred in Lot 50 adjacent to the University Press building when a FedEx truck backing into a dock struck a parked passenger vehicle. There were no injuries, and a report was filed.
Theft
The officer responded via telephone to a theft report at the Intramural Fields during a sports camp, occurring between 1400 and 1600 hours. The stolen items include an iPhone, which is listed in NCIC, and a Utah driver's license. No camera footage is available of the incident.
Medical
An adult female was found lying on the sidewalk along 900 E on the east side of Heritage Halls. BYU police responded as Provo Police were unavailable. En route, it was indicated she may have been involved in a scooter accident. Provo EMS was summoned and determined that she had crashed her scooter, sustaining minor injuries. She was treated at the scene and released to her family. It is believed she was riding northbound on 900 E along the shoulder, attempting to transition onto the sidewalk at a driveway entrance to Heritage Halls. During this maneuver, she struck the concrete lip at the driveway and fell.
Juvenile Problem
Officers responded to a juvenile disturbance at Kimball Tower involving tennis balls being dropped down a stairwell. Juveniles were not located, and no further action was taken.
Juvenile Problem
A report was received that juveniles were on campus with a go-kart. Officers located the juveniles near Heritage Halls, identified the individual responsible, and advised them to remove the go-kart from campus and refrain from bringing it back. The juvenile pushed the go-kart off campus and left the area with friends.
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A grounds maintenance worker attempted to rescue ducklings trapped in a storm drain but was unable to do so due to the drain's depth and safety concerns. The worker would have required a two-story ladder to reach the ducks, and they had also entered a pipe, making the ducks temporarily out of view. For safety reasons, entry into the storm drain was not permitted.
Accident
A two-vehicle collision occurred in Lot 50 adjacent to the University Press building when a FedEx truck backing into a dock struck a parked passenger vehicle. There were no injuries, and a report was filed.
Theft
The officer responded via telephone to a theft report at the Intramural Fields during a sports camp, occurring between 1400 and 1600 hours. The stolen items include an iPhone, which is listed in NCIC, and a Utah driver's license. No camera footage is available of the incident.
Medical
An adult female was found lying on the sidewalk along 900 E on the east side of Heritage Halls. BYU police responded as Provo Police were unavailable. En route, it was indicated she may have been involved in a scooter accident. Provo EMS was summoned and determined that she had crashed her scooter, sustaining minor injuries. She was treated at the scene and released to her family. It is believed she was riding northbound on 900 E along the shoulder, attempting to transition onto the sidewalk at a driveway entrance to Heritage Halls. During this maneuver, she struck the concrete lip at the driveway and fell.
Juvenile Problem
Officers responded to a juvenile disturbance at Kimball Tower involving tennis balls being dropped down a stairwell. Juveniles were not located, and no further action was taken.
Juvenile Problem
A report was received that juveniles were on campus with a go-kart. Officers located the juveniles near Heritage Halls, identified the individual responsible, and advised them to remove the go-kart from campus and refrain from bringing it back. The juvenile pushed the go-kart off campus and left the area with friends.
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Police Beat • 06/09/2025
Suspicious
The BYU Police Department was notified of a suspicious person near the B66 building. The caller stated that the individual appeared to be looking for something to steal. The caller described the person as a white male, approximately 5'8" tall, with dark, bushy hair, wearing a black T-shirt that read "Carhart." She also mentioned that, as of now, nothing seems to be missing.
Abandoned 911 Call
An officer responded to 685 E University Parkway following an abandoned 911 call, after the dispatch reported two similar calls from the area. The officer arrived, patrolling the vicinity, and was unable to identify any issues or disturbances.
Medical
The BYU Police Department and BYU EMS received a report of a medical issue at the Cannon Center main desk. Upon arrival, they found that one of the football camp participants was possibly experiencing a diabetic problem. The parents were notified and took custody of the participant.
Citizen Contact
An officer was asked to contact the building manager at BRMB to discuss adjusting the view angles of certain security cameras. Additionally, it was reported that an unidentified individual has been discarding urine in a second-floor garbage container. Custodial staff will remind the responsible custodian not to rummage through the trash for recycling. The trash container has now been relocated to the view of the north - south camera.
Property Damage
The BYU Police Department was notified of damage to a vehicle at a soccer camp after it was hit by a soccer ball. Officers arrived, documented the damage, and notified risk management.
Theft
An officer responded to a report of an electric scooter theft at Wyview Park apartment complex. The complainant stated that she had secured her scooter to the railing in front of her apartment before it was stolen by an unknown person or persons. Currently, there is no suspect information available, and the serial number of the stolen scooter is unknown.
Information
An officer responded to a report of a possible lost or stolen cell phone at the SFH, initiated by a parent whose child, participating in the BYU Basketball Camp, had their phone reportedly stolen. The officer contacted the camp director, who confirmed that the phone had been turned in earlier and planned to announce its return after camp activities. Upon inspection, the officer verified that the recovered device was indeed the missing phone. The director assured us that the phone would be returned once the camp concluded. The officer then notified the parent that the phone was not stolen and would be returned at the end of the camp.
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The BYU Police Department was notified of a suspicious person near the B66 building. The caller stated that the individual appeared to be looking for something to steal. The caller described the person as a white male, approximately 5'8" tall, with dark, bushy hair, wearing a black T-shirt that read "Carhart." She also mentioned that, as of now, nothing seems to be missing.
Abandoned 911 Call
An officer responded to 685 E University Parkway following an abandoned 911 call, after the dispatch reported two similar calls from the area. The officer arrived, patrolling the vicinity, and was unable to identify any issues or disturbances.
Medical
The BYU Police Department and BYU EMS received a report of a medical issue at the Cannon Center main desk. Upon arrival, they found that one of the football camp participants was possibly experiencing a diabetic problem. The parents were notified and took custody of the participant.
Citizen Contact
An officer was asked to contact the building manager at BRMB to discuss adjusting the view angles of certain security cameras. Additionally, it was reported that an unidentified individual has been discarding urine in a second-floor garbage container. Custodial staff will remind the responsible custodian not to rummage through the trash for recycling. The trash container has now been relocated to the view of the north - south camera.
Property Damage
The BYU Police Department was notified of damage to a vehicle at a soccer camp after it was hit by a soccer ball. Officers arrived, documented the damage, and notified risk management.
Theft
An officer responded to a report of an electric scooter theft at Wyview Park apartment complex. The complainant stated that she had secured her scooter to the railing in front of her apartment before it was stolen by an unknown person or persons. Currently, there is no suspect information available, and the serial number of the stolen scooter is unknown.
Information
An officer responded to a report of a possible lost or stolen cell phone at the SFH, initiated by a parent whose child, participating in the BYU Basketball Camp, had their phone reportedly stolen. The officer contacted the camp director, who confirmed that the phone had been turned in earlier and planned to announce its return after camp activities. Upon inspection, the officer verified that the recovered device was indeed the missing phone. The director assured us that the phone would be returned once the camp concluded. The officer then notified the parent that the phone was not stolen and would be returned at the end of the camp.
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Police Beat • 06/08/2025
Citizen Contact
An officer responded to Heritage 12 for a citizen contact after a Heritage Housing employee reported observing a male individual leave a notebook and an Arizona Watermelon drink at the front doors of the building, which is designated as a female dormitory. The employee stated that the building is restricted to female residents only. The officer examined the items, discovering a handwritten journal without any identifying information and an unopened beverage. The items appeared to have been intentionally placed at the door as if left for the owner to retrieve. The Housing Employee took custody of the items and placed them in the lost and found.
Unsecure Door
During a routine investigation, an officer discovered that multiple intruders had gained unauthorized access to the underground utility tunnels through an unlocked access point within the new CONE construction zone. Recognizing the security breach, the officer promptly secured the tunnel by locking the access door, preventing further intrusion and ensuring the safety of the facility.
Campus Alarms
On Sunday, police officers responded to four alarm activations and assisted multiple individuals with lockouts for church services being held on campus.
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An officer responded to Heritage 12 for a citizen contact after a Heritage Housing employee reported observing a male individual leave a notebook and an Arizona Watermelon drink at the front doors of the building, which is designated as a female dormitory. The employee stated that the building is restricted to female residents only. The officer examined the items, discovering a handwritten journal without any identifying information and an unopened beverage. The items appeared to have been intentionally placed at the door as if left for the owner to retrieve. The Housing Employee took custody of the items and placed them in the lost and found.
Unsecure Door
During a routine investigation, an officer discovered that multiple intruders had gained unauthorized access to the underground utility tunnels through an unlocked access point within the new CONE construction zone. Recognizing the security breach, the officer promptly secured the tunnel by locking the access door, preventing further intrusion and ensuring the safety of the facility.
Campus Alarms
On Sunday, police officers responded to four alarm activations and assisted multiple individuals with lockouts for church services being held on campus.
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Police Beat • 06/07/2025
Agency Assist
BYU Police responded to a trespassing report at the old Wasatch Elementary School. Officers discovered that juveniles were trespassing at the abandoned apartments near 910 N. 900 E. They contacted the juveniles and their parents, then coordinated with Provo PD, who took over the case. The juveniles were released to responsible family members.
Trespassing
On June 7, 2025, at approximately 0500 hours, an officer responded to the Heating Plant following a delayed forced door alarm. Security camera footage reviewed by Security Dispatch revealed three males wearing shorts and hoodies exiting an underground tunnel door around 0350 hours. The individuals appeared not to be employees or contract workers. The Police Dispatch Center is currently examining the security footage to determine how the suspects gained access to the underground tunnels.
Medical
BYU Police and Provo Fire responded to a report that an individual who might be suffering from sunburn and heat stroke due to prolonged exposure at Bear Lake. Upon arrival, Provo Fire advised the patient to go to the hospital. The patient was then transported to the hospital in a personally owned vehicle driven by the roommate.
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BYU Police responded to a trespassing report at the old Wasatch Elementary School. Officers discovered that juveniles were trespassing at the abandoned apartments near 910 N. 900 E. They contacted the juveniles and their parents, then coordinated with Provo PD, who took over the case. The juveniles were released to responsible family members.
Trespassing
On June 7, 2025, at approximately 0500 hours, an officer responded to the Heating Plant following a delayed forced door alarm. Security camera footage reviewed by Security Dispatch revealed three males wearing shorts and hoodies exiting an underground tunnel door around 0350 hours. The individuals appeared not to be employees or contract workers. The Police Dispatch Center is currently examining the security footage to determine how the suspects gained access to the underground tunnels.
Medical
BYU Police and Provo Fire responded to a report that an individual who might be suffering from sunburn and heat stroke due to prolonged exposure at Bear Lake. Upon arrival, Provo Fire advised the patient to go to the hospital. The patient was then transported to the hospital in a personally owned vehicle driven by the roommate.
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Police Beat • 06/06/2025
Medical
BYU Police and EMS were dispatched to the Life Sciences Building (LSB) in response to a report of a student experiencing a medical issue. Upon arrival, EMS personnel assessed the individual and determined that no law enforcement assistance was necessary.
Accident
A campus vehicle was struck and left unattended in Lot 4. An officer reviewed surveillance footage confirming the suspect vehicle's involvement. Contact was made with the registered owner, who identified his daughter, a student, as the driver. The driver contacted officers, and a crash report was filed. No injuries or charges resulted from the incident.
Information
BYU Police responded to a report of a suspicious individual near Lot 30. Upon arrival, an officer encountered a male panhandling in the vicinity. As the individual was on public property and not violating any laws, the officer took no further action.
Theft
An officer was dispatched to address a complaint regarding a bicycle theft that occurred several months prior. The complainant reported that their black electric bicycle was stolen sometime between February 1, 2025, and June 4, 2025. The complainant did not possess the serial number or specific model information of the bicycle. Currently, there are no suspect details or leads available.
Suspicious
BYU Police responded to the JRCB after employees reported a suspicious individual. A male, estimated to be high-school-aged, was seen wandering through the building and entering office areas. An employee engaged with the male and was able to obtain only his first name. The individual left the premises after being confronted. No theft, damage, or other criminal activity was observed.
Chest Pain
A student at WSC was reported to be experiencing a medical issue. BYU Police and EMS responded to the scene, where EMS personnel evaluated the individual. Following assessment, EMS determined that law enforcement assistance was not required.
Medical
An officer responded to the RB Intramural Field regarding a student with a knee injury resulting from a collision between two players. BYU EMS arrived to assess and provide medical assistance. The injured player declined further treatment and did not require transportation. The player was released on the scene by BYU EMS.
Citizen Contact
FSY reported an incident to police involving a juvenile participant who drove a stranger's truck through a parking lot. The event was captured on video footage, which was reviewed by an officer. It was determined that the juvenile was attempting to impress a friend by demonstrating his ability to drive a manual transmission. Following notification, a responsible adult picked up the juvenile.
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BYU Police and EMS were dispatched to the Life Sciences Building (LSB) in response to a report of a student experiencing a medical issue. Upon arrival, EMS personnel assessed the individual and determined that no law enforcement assistance was necessary.
Accident
A campus vehicle was struck and left unattended in Lot 4. An officer reviewed surveillance footage confirming the suspect vehicle's involvement. Contact was made with the registered owner, who identified his daughter, a student, as the driver. The driver contacted officers, and a crash report was filed. No injuries or charges resulted from the incident.
Information
BYU Police responded to a report of a suspicious individual near Lot 30. Upon arrival, an officer encountered a male panhandling in the vicinity. As the individual was on public property and not violating any laws, the officer took no further action.
Theft
An officer was dispatched to address a complaint regarding a bicycle theft that occurred several months prior. The complainant reported that their black electric bicycle was stolen sometime between February 1, 2025, and June 4, 2025. The complainant did not possess the serial number or specific model information of the bicycle. Currently, there are no suspect details or leads available.
Suspicious
BYU Police responded to the JRCB after employees reported a suspicious individual. A male, estimated to be high-school-aged, was seen wandering through the building and entering office areas. An employee engaged with the male and was able to obtain only his first name. The individual left the premises after being confronted. No theft, damage, or other criminal activity was observed.
Chest Pain
A student at WSC was reported to be experiencing a medical issue. BYU Police and EMS responded to the scene, where EMS personnel evaluated the individual. Following assessment, EMS determined that law enforcement assistance was not required.
Medical
An officer responded to the RB Intramural Field regarding a student with a knee injury resulting from a collision between two players. BYU EMS arrived to assess and provide medical assistance. The injured player declined further treatment and did not require transportation. The player was released on the scene by BYU EMS.
Citizen Contact
FSY reported an incident to police involving a juvenile participant who drove a stranger's truck through a parking lot. The event was captured on video footage, which was reviewed by an officer. It was determined that the juvenile was attempting to impress a friend by demonstrating his ability to drive a manual transmission. Following notification, a responsible adult picked up the juvenile.
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Police Beat • 06/04/2025 - 06/05/2025
Sick Person
The officer responded to assist medical at the JKB. EMS advised they did not need police assistance when they arrived. The police officer was cancelled.
Information
BYU Police responded to a theft report in Heritage Halls. Upon arrival, an officer interviewed FSY staff and learned that several food and drink items had been stolen from counselor dorm rooms. The officer collected relevant details and spoke with the reporting party (RP). The RP stated they did not wish to pursue charges and only requested that the incident be documented for record-keeping purposes.
Medical
Police responded to the Wilkinson Student Center on a medical call. The situation was very minor and was handled by BYU EMS.
Suspicious
BYU Police responded to an attempted theft at the CONE store after employees observed a male placing items into a backpack. When confronted, the individual returned the items and exited the store. Police located and spoke with the male regarding the incident, and a trespass warning was issued at the request of the store staff.
Welfare Check
Officer responded to Brigham Square near the HBLL for a welfare check upon report of an adult male lying on the grass. Upon contact, the male stated he was okay and simply needed to rest in the shade. No further action taken.
Medical
An officer responded to the Intramural Fields regarding an adult male with an arm injury sustained during a sporting event. Provo EMS arrived on scene to provide medical care, and the individual was transported to the hospital via private vehicle for further treatment.
Suicide Attempt
BYU Police, Provo Police, and Provo Fire responded to a report of a juvenile male who had run away from FSY and was suspected of self-harm. The juvenile was located and subsequently transported to Utah Valley Hospital for medical evaluation and psychiatric treatment.
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The officer responded to assist medical at the JKB. EMS advised they did not need police assistance when they arrived. The police officer was cancelled.
Information
BYU Police responded to a theft report in Heritage Halls. Upon arrival, an officer interviewed FSY staff and learned that several food and drink items had been stolen from counselor dorm rooms. The officer collected relevant details and spoke with the reporting party (RP). The RP stated they did not wish to pursue charges and only requested that the incident be documented for record-keeping purposes.
Medical
Police responded to the Wilkinson Student Center on a medical call. The situation was very minor and was handled by BYU EMS.
Suspicious
BYU Police responded to an attempted theft at the CONE store after employees observed a male placing items into a backpack. When confronted, the individual returned the items and exited the store. Police located and spoke with the male regarding the incident, and a trespass warning was issued at the request of the store staff.
Welfare Check
Officer responded to Brigham Square near the HBLL for a welfare check upon report of an adult male lying on the grass. Upon contact, the male stated he was okay and simply needed to rest in the shade. No further action taken.
Medical
An officer responded to the Intramural Fields regarding an adult male with an arm injury sustained during a sporting event. Provo EMS arrived on scene to provide medical care, and the individual was transported to the hospital via private vehicle for further treatment.
Suicide Attempt
BYU Police, Provo Police, and Provo Fire responded to a report of a juvenile male who had run away from FSY and was suspected of self-harm. The juvenile was located and subsequently transported to Utah Valley Hospital for medical evaluation and psychiatric treatment.
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Police Beat • 06/03/2025
Medical
A caller reported that an individual had crashed their scooter on the sidewalk near Heritage Halls. Officer and Provo EMS responded to the scene, where they found the conscious and alert subject. The individual stated he had fallen from his scooter, resulting in a broken tooth and a cut lip. He was transported to Utah Valley Hospital by ambulance for treatment.
Medical
An officer was dispatched to assist BYU EMS with an unconscious female in a restroom near room 1085, at the WSC, near the BYU EMS first aid station. Upon arrival, BYU police assisted in searching for the individual. The incident was later determined to be unfounded. It was also noted that a separate medical call in an adjacent building to the WSC may have been mistakenly reported as this incident.
Lost Property
A caller initially reported losing her keys but later located them before officer arrival. The officer discontinued the response upon confirmation.
Missing Person
Officer responded to Stover regarding two missing FSY juveniles. While speaking with the complainant, the officer observed two males resembling the juveniles, who had become separated and decided to return to their dorm room. All was resolved without incident, and the situation was resolved.
Theft
A laptop theft was reported at the Richards Building (RB), and surveillance footage identified a suspect who was seen discarding a wallet. Police issued a photo of the suspect to a nearby Target store after discovering that Target gift cards had also been stolen. The suspect was subsequently located at the Provo Target during a shoplifting incident, where BYU Police arrested her and charged her with theft. Provo Police also responded to the scene and took the individual into custody for retail theft.
Medical
Provo Paramedics and a police officer responded to the Richards Building field following a report of an injured intramural player. The patient was transported via private vehicle to an Instacare facility for further treatment.
Suspicious
Officers responded to East Campus after Provo officers reported juveniles possibly on BYU's property. They located the juveniles in the abandoned former Park Plaza. After ensuring the area was safe, officers cleared East Campus.
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A caller reported that an individual had crashed their scooter on the sidewalk near Heritage Halls. Officer and Provo EMS responded to the scene, where they found the conscious and alert subject. The individual stated he had fallen from his scooter, resulting in a broken tooth and a cut lip. He was transported to Utah Valley Hospital by ambulance for treatment.
Medical
An officer was dispatched to assist BYU EMS with an unconscious female in a restroom near room 1085, at the WSC, near the BYU EMS first aid station. Upon arrival, BYU police assisted in searching for the individual. The incident was later determined to be unfounded. It was also noted that a separate medical call in an adjacent building to the WSC may have been mistakenly reported as this incident.
Lost Property
A caller initially reported losing her keys but later located them before officer arrival. The officer discontinued the response upon confirmation.
Missing Person
Officer responded to Stover regarding two missing FSY juveniles. While speaking with the complainant, the officer observed two males resembling the juveniles, who had become separated and decided to return to their dorm room. All was resolved without incident, and the situation was resolved.
Theft
A laptop theft was reported at the Richards Building (RB), and surveillance footage identified a suspect who was seen discarding a wallet. Police issued a photo of the suspect to a nearby Target store after discovering that Target gift cards had also been stolen. The suspect was subsequently located at the Provo Target during a shoplifting incident, where BYU Police arrested her and charged her with theft. Provo Police also responded to the scene and took the individual into custody for retail theft.
Medical
Provo Paramedics and a police officer responded to the Richards Building field following a report of an injured intramural player. The patient was transported via private vehicle to an Instacare facility for further treatment.
Suspicious
Officers responded to East Campus after Provo officers reported juveniles possibly on BYU's property. They located the juveniles in the abandoned former Park Plaza. After ensuring the area was safe, officers cleared East Campus.
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Police Beat • 06/02/2025
Accident
A minor car accident occurred in Lot 59 on the BYU campus. An officer responded to the scene to file a report. No injuries were reported.
Medical
An officer responded to a medical emergency in the Benson Building, where a student was experiencing a bloody nose and dizziness. BYU EMS and Provo Fire arrived to assess the patient, who was determined to be stable and was not transported.
Robbery – Alarm
An officer responded to a robbery alarm at the ASB, D155. Upon arrival, the officer observed the area and conducted a visual check, finding no signs of disturbance and noting that it appeared to be business as usual. The officer approached the scene but was unable to identify any issues. The security dispatch later confirmed that the alarm had reset on its own without any action taken by the officer. It is believed that the alarm may have been triggered by a hardware or software malfunction.
Accident
An officer responded to a delayed traffic accident at Lot 48 on BYU Campus, where parties had already exchanged information and one individual had left the scene. The officer interviewed the owner of one vehicle involved, who requested to file a police report. Statements were taken from both parties, and photographs were attached to document the incident.
Campus Ban
An officer responded to an address in Utah County to serve a BYU campus ban on an individual. The ban was served without incident.
Welfare Check
A police officer responded to a TMCB for a welfare check on an employee whose spouse had been unable to reach them. After the officer contacted the employee via text, the employee returned the call and spoke with their spouse, ensuring their well-being.
Missing Person
Police responded to Helaman Field regarding a missing sports camp participant. After conducting a thorough search of the area and checking the participant's dorm, officers located the individual safely in their room.
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A minor car accident occurred in Lot 59 on the BYU campus. An officer responded to the scene to file a report. No injuries were reported.
Medical
An officer responded to a medical emergency in the Benson Building, where a student was experiencing a bloody nose and dizziness. BYU EMS and Provo Fire arrived to assess the patient, who was determined to be stable and was not transported.
Robbery – Alarm
An officer responded to a robbery alarm at the ASB, D155. Upon arrival, the officer observed the area and conducted a visual check, finding no signs of disturbance and noting that it appeared to be business as usual. The officer approached the scene but was unable to identify any issues. The security dispatch later confirmed that the alarm had reset on its own without any action taken by the officer. It is believed that the alarm may have been triggered by a hardware or software malfunction.
Accident
An officer responded to a delayed traffic accident at Lot 48 on BYU Campus, where parties had already exchanged information and one individual had left the scene. The officer interviewed the owner of one vehicle involved, who requested to file a police report. Statements were taken from both parties, and photographs were attached to document the incident.
Campus Ban
An officer responded to an address in Utah County to serve a BYU campus ban on an individual. The ban was served without incident.
Welfare Check
A police officer responded to a TMCB for a welfare check on an employee whose spouse had been unable to reach them. After the officer contacted the employee via text, the employee returned the call and spoke with their spouse, ensuring their well-being.
Missing Person
Police responded to Helaman Field regarding a missing sports camp participant. After conducting a thorough search of the area and checking the participant's dorm, officers located the individual safely in their room.
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Police Beat • 06/01/2025
Citizen Contact
A police officer approached three males who were seen kneeling near the police bike shed, rubbing sticks together and seemingly attempting to cause property damage. Upon contact, it was determined that no criminal activity was taking place.
Medical
An officer, along with MTC Security and Provo Paramedics, responded to a medical emergency at the MTC. The patient was transported to the hospital by Provo Paramedics for further care. Information on the patient was not provided.
Citizen Contact
During a foot patrol near the ASB, an officer was approached by a citizen seeking permission to install privately owned animal traps on campus for feral cats. The officer informed the individual that such traps are not permitted on university property without prior authorization.
Campus Alarms
During the reporting period, officers responded to eight campus alarms across various campus buildings, ensuring safety and security throughout the area.
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A police officer approached three males who were seen kneeling near the police bike shed, rubbing sticks together and seemingly attempting to cause property damage. Upon contact, it was determined that no criminal activity was taking place.
Medical
An officer, along with MTC Security and Provo Paramedics, responded to a medical emergency at the MTC. The patient was transported to the hospital by Provo Paramedics for further care. Information on the patient was not provided.
Citizen Contact
During a foot patrol near the ASB, an officer was approached by a citizen seeking permission to install privately owned animal traps on campus for feral cats. The officer informed the individual that such traps are not permitted on university property without prior authorization.
Campus Alarms
During the reporting period, officers responded to eight campus alarms across various campus buildings, ensuring safety and security throughout the area.
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Police Beat • 05/31/2025
DUI
A police officer observed a vehicle run a red light at the intersection of Cougar Blvd and State Street and initiated a traffic stop. Upon contact, the officer noticed open beer cans, bloodshot and glassy eyes, slurred speech, and the smell of alcohol on the driver's breath. The driver refused to perform standardized field sobriety tests and was subsequently placed under arrest. At the Utah County Jail, the driver submitted bodily fluid tests and was booked on charges of DUI and other offenses.
Missing Person
An officer responded to Heritage 4 to assist a family in locating their son after EFY concluded. When they arrived to pick him up curbside, the son was not present. The EFY counselor confirmed he had checked out the student and had not seen him since. The officer aided the father in accessing various locations around Heritage Halls, and the father then went to the WSC to search for his son. Later, the father called back to report that his son believed they were meeting near Pizza Brick Oven, where he was found.
Animal Problem
An officer responded to reports of an unattended, non-aggressive dog wandering near the construction site at Brigham Square. Due to prior commitments, officers were delayed in checking the area. The dog was not found during the initial search but was later reported to be back in the same vicinity.
Trespassing
Officers responded to the HBLL after reports of an individual who had been previously banned from BYU but was seen leaving the building. Although they couldn't locate the suspect on campus, surveillance footage confirmed his presence. The suspect was contacted by phone, admitted to being on campus, and agreed to meet with officers. During the meeting, he was issued a citation for criminal trespassing in Provo Justice Court. Notably, this individual had been cited for the same offense within the past three months.
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A police officer observed a vehicle run a red light at the intersection of Cougar Blvd and State Street and initiated a traffic stop. Upon contact, the officer noticed open beer cans, bloodshot and glassy eyes, slurred speech, and the smell of alcohol on the driver's breath. The driver refused to perform standardized field sobriety tests and was subsequently placed under arrest. At the Utah County Jail, the driver submitted bodily fluid tests and was booked on charges of DUI and other offenses.
Missing Person
An officer responded to Heritage 4 to assist a family in locating their son after EFY concluded. When they arrived to pick him up curbside, the son was not present. The EFY counselor confirmed he had checked out the student and had not seen him since. The officer aided the father in accessing various locations around Heritage Halls, and the father then went to the WSC to search for his son. Later, the father called back to report that his son believed they were meeting near Pizza Brick Oven, where he was found.
Animal Problem
An officer responded to reports of an unattended, non-aggressive dog wandering near the construction site at Brigham Square. Due to prior commitments, officers were delayed in checking the area. The dog was not found during the initial search but was later reported to be back in the same vicinity.
Trespassing
Officers responded to the HBLL after reports of an individual who had been previously banned from BYU but was seen leaving the building. Although they couldn't locate the suspect on campus, surveillance footage confirmed his presence. The suspect was contacted by phone, admitted to being on campus, and agreed to meet with officers. During the meeting, he was issued a citation for criminal trespassing in Provo Justice Court. Notably, this individual had been cited for the same offense within the past three months.
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