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Police Beat • 05/30/2024
Suspicious
Officers were directed to call an FSY counselor regarding a suspicious circumstance. The counselor stated that they were located at Heritage Halls and a group of four young men ran off toward Helaman Halls. Officers talked to the counselors about calling the police if they have issues with non-participants.
Accident – Hit and Run
A complainant found damage to their vehicle and believed someone hit it while they were parked at BYU going to work. There is no current suspect information.
Accident – Personal Injury
BYU Police, BYU EMS, and Provo Fire responded to an accident in parking Lot 16 involving a vehicle and a pedestrian. The pedestrian received minor injuries to their left torso, arm, and leg. BYU and Provo medics treated and evaluated the patient who was conscious and coherent. The patient was able to walk without support and was not transported to the hospital. Police documented the scene and gathered information and statements. After the scene was clear a police officer transported the patient to the Richard's Building for their class.
Theft
An officer was dispatched to a theft at the Cougar Tech Store inside the Wilkinson Student Center. The complainant advised they were conducting an inventory of the items in the store when they realized their inventory numbers were off. Store officials identified two products that were deemed stolen. The items were Beats Studio Buds and an Apple AirTag. The boxes for these two products were found empty. It’s unknown when the items were taken. The AirTag has been missing for the past 2 to 3 weeks.
Property Damage
A police officer responded to a report of property damage in the Life Science Building tunnel entrance. The officer arrived and observed painted footprints all over the floor and walls of the tunnel. The officer documented the scene.
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Officers were directed to call an FSY counselor regarding a suspicious circumstance. The counselor stated that they were located at Heritage Halls and a group of four young men ran off toward Helaman Halls. Officers talked to the counselors about calling the police if they have issues with non-participants.
Accident – Hit and Run
A complainant found damage to their vehicle and believed someone hit it while they were parked at BYU going to work. There is no current suspect information.
Accident – Personal Injury
BYU Police, BYU EMS, and Provo Fire responded to an accident in parking Lot 16 involving a vehicle and a pedestrian. The pedestrian received minor injuries to their left torso, arm, and leg. BYU and Provo medics treated and evaluated the patient who was conscious and coherent. The patient was able to walk without support and was not transported to the hospital. Police documented the scene and gathered information and statements. After the scene was clear a police officer transported the patient to the Richard's Building for their class.
Theft
An officer was dispatched to a theft at the Cougar Tech Store inside the Wilkinson Student Center. The complainant advised they were conducting an inventory of the items in the store when they realized their inventory numbers were off. Store officials identified two products that were deemed stolen. The items were Beats Studio Buds and an Apple AirTag. The boxes for these two products were found empty. It’s unknown when the items were taken. The AirTag has been missing for the past 2 to 3 weeks.
Property Damage
A police officer responded to a report of property damage in the Life Science Building tunnel entrance. The officer arrived and observed painted footprints all over the floor and walls of the tunnel. The officer documented the scene.
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Police Beat • 05/29/2024
Animal Problem
An officer responded to the Y-trailhead to a complaint of a rattlesnake on the trail. Upon arrival, the officer made phone contact with the complainant who stated that the snake moved and was no longer visible from the trail. The officer sent safety guidelines for snake encounters to the complainant. No further action was taken.
Suspicious
Officers responded to the area of the Wilkinson Student Center on a report of a suspicious individual. The complainant is a supervisor for FSY and explained that several females reported a male taking videos of the FSY group. Officers checked the area and were unable to locate the suspect in the area. The report was delayed 30-45 minutes. The officer advised the supervisor that calling sooner in the future would help the police locate suspicious individuals.
Welfare Check
Officers responded to an individual who was experiencing homelessness and mental illness. The subject was escorted off campus and told not to return.
Welfare Check
An officer was dispatched to Brigham Square for an SOS being activated through Life360. The officer contacted the phone number given by Life360. An individual answered the phone and stated that they had accidentally pressed the button and were walking back to their FSY dorm. They stated that they were fine and did not need police assistance. The officer did not observe anything suspicious in Brigham Square.
Accident – Property Damage
An officer responded to a minor accident in Lot 27. Both parties could not see much damage, if any, but wanted the case documented. The officer could not see any damage besides a possible small dent in the bumper. The officer provided the case number to both parties.
Trespassing
Officers were dispatched to the Broadcast Building for a report of an individual possibly trespassing in the building. Officers arrived as the suspect was leaving the building. They stated that they had shown up for a production, but that the producers had asked them to leave. Officers made contact with the producers, who stated they wanted the individual to leave because they were making several people feel uncomfortable. The suspect did not give the producers any problems when they asked them to leave. There was nothing criminal in nature about this incident.
Suspicious
An officer was dispatched to Wymount Terrace for a possible domestic violence incident. The complainant stated that they thought they heard a verbal argument and a slap through their open bedroom window. The complainant stated that it could have come from two different buildings, each with several apartments. Officers arrived in the area and were not able to hear anything suspicious. Officers attempted contact with several different occupants of the apartments but were unable to speak with anyone who had further information. Officers left the area because nothing was found.
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An officer responded to the Y-trailhead to a complaint of a rattlesnake on the trail. Upon arrival, the officer made phone contact with the complainant who stated that the snake moved and was no longer visible from the trail. The officer sent safety guidelines for snake encounters to the complainant. No further action was taken.
Suspicious
Officers responded to the area of the Wilkinson Student Center on a report of a suspicious individual. The complainant is a supervisor for FSY and explained that several females reported a male taking videos of the FSY group. Officers checked the area and were unable to locate the suspect in the area. The report was delayed 30-45 minutes. The officer advised the supervisor that calling sooner in the future would help the police locate suspicious individuals.
Welfare Check
Officers responded to an individual who was experiencing homelessness and mental illness. The subject was escorted off campus and told not to return.
Welfare Check
An officer was dispatched to Brigham Square for an SOS being activated through Life360. The officer contacted the phone number given by Life360. An individual answered the phone and stated that they had accidentally pressed the button and were walking back to their FSY dorm. They stated that they were fine and did not need police assistance. The officer did not observe anything suspicious in Brigham Square.
Accident – Property Damage
An officer responded to a minor accident in Lot 27. Both parties could not see much damage, if any, but wanted the case documented. The officer could not see any damage besides a possible small dent in the bumper. The officer provided the case number to both parties.
Trespassing
Officers were dispatched to the Broadcast Building for a report of an individual possibly trespassing in the building. Officers arrived as the suspect was leaving the building. They stated that they had shown up for a production, but that the producers had asked them to leave. Officers made contact with the producers, who stated they wanted the individual to leave because they were making several people feel uncomfortable. The suspect did not give the producers any problems when they asked them to leave. There was nothing criminal in nature about this incident.
Suspicious
An officer was dispatched to Wymount Terrace for a possible domestic violence incident. The complainant stated that they thought they heard a verbal argument and a slap through their open bedroom window. The complainant stated that it could have come from two different buildings, each with several apartments. Officers arrived in the area and were not able to hear anything suspicious. Officers attempted contact with several different occupants of the apartments but were unable to speak with anyone who had further information. Officers left the area because nothing was found.
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Police Beat • 05/28/2024
Found Property
An officer responded to the Smith Field House and met with the Building Care supervisor who found a silver and black Apple watch while cleaning at the Indoor Practice Field. The officer took photos of the watch and entered it as found property. The watch was then taken to the BYU Wilkinson Student Center Lost and Found. The watch was locked and password protected so there was no way to message or discover the owner.
Weapons Offense
Officers responded to a bus stop on a report of an individual with a knife threatening people on the bus. Officers arrived and assisted UTA Police Officers in taking the subject into custody. During the incident, an officer was spit on by the subject at which time a spit hood was placed on the subject, and they were placed into UTA's patrol vehicle without further incident. Officers then assisted UTA Officers to gather information and watch the suspect until they could be transported to the Utah County Jail and booked in on felony charges.
Welfare Check
An officer responded to the Riviera volleyball courts on a report of individuals in a Ford truck with dark-tinted windows watching For Strength of Youth (FSY) students play volleyball. Upon arrival, the FSY students were gone, and the occupants of the vehicle had exited the vehicle and were playing volleyball. They stated they were waiting for the FSY students to leave so they could play volleyball. The students were playing volleyball with a resident of Riviera. No further action was taken.
Theft; Scooter
An officer was dispatched to the delayed theft of a red and black scooter. The complainant had parked the scooter between two sheds across the street from the Talmage Building. The complainant stated the scooter was left at 12:45 and that when they returned around 15:30 hours, the scooter was missing.
Medical
BYU and Provo EMS responded to a patient on the Y-Trail who had passed out and then regained consciousness. The patient was transported down the mountain by EMS and refused further medical transportation.
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An officer responded to the Smith Field House and met with the Building Care supervisor who found a silver and black Apple watch while cleaning at the Indoor Practice Field. The officer took photos of the watch and entered it as found property. The watch was then taken to the BYU Wilkinson Student Center Lost and Found. The watch was locked and password protected so there was no way to message or discover the owner.
Weapons Offense
Officers responded to a bus stop on a report of an individual with a knife threatening people on the bus. Officers arrived and assisted UTA Police Officers in taking the subject into custody. During the incident, an officer was spit on by the subject at which time a spit hood was placed on the subject, and they were placed into UTA's patrol vehicle without further incident. Officers then assisted UTA Officers to gather information and watch the suspect until they could be transported to the Utah County Jail and booked in on felony charges.
Welfare Check
An officer responded to the Riviera volleyball courts on a report of individuals in a Ford truck with dark-tinted windows watching For Strength of Youth (FSY) students play volleyball. Upon arrival, the FSY students were gone, and the occupants of the vehicle had exited the vehicle and were playing volleyball. They stated they were waiting for the FSY students to leave so they could play volleyball. The students were playing volleyball with a resident of Riviera. No further action was taken.
Theft; Scooter
An officer was dispatched to the delayed theft of a red and black scooter. The complainant had parked the scooter between two sheds across the street from the Talmage Building. The complainant stated the scooter was left at 12:45 and that when they returned around 15:30 hours, the scooter was missing.
Medical
BYU and Provo EMS responded to a patient on the Y-Trail who had passed out and then regained consciousness. The patient was transported down the mountain by EMS and refused further medical transportation.
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Police Beat • 05/25-27/2024
Suspicious
An officer was dispatched to Wyview Park on a report of a loud noise that sounded like a gunshot. The complainant reported they thought the sound came from the area of the Central Building. Several people were contacted inside the Central Building, and nobody there heard the reported sound. The area was given extra patrol.
Trespassing
Building Security reported that an individual was using a metal detector and digging up the lawn. A security officer had previously told the subject to stop. The subject was advised that they could not continue this activity on campus or they would be trespassed. The subject said they understood and left without incident.
Suspicious; Fire
Officers and Provo Fire responded to a report of a possible fire on the Y trail. An officer observed what appeared to be smoke in a horizontal cloud form. Some hikers coming off the mountain advised that an older World War 2 plane flew over and let out a cloud of smoke. The smoke had cleared by the time officers and Provo Fire arrived. Provo Fire observed the mountain and talked to numerous hikers and no fire was found.
DUI
An officer stopped a vehicle for a cracked windshield and found that the driver had a denied license. During the stop, the officer saw several signs of driver impairment. The driver consented to field sobriety tests which indicated that they were too impaired to drive. The officer arrested the driver for DUI and transported them to the Utah County Jail. The driver submitted to further tests and was found positive for methadone, THC, and benzodiazepines. The vehicle was impounded without incident. This case will be referred to the Provo City Attorney's Office for review of charges.
Trespassing
Officers responded to a report of three teenagers climbing onto the roof of the restrooms at the Y-Trailhead. The officers identified the three teenagers as two 19-year-olds and one 16-year-old. The teenagers stated that they climbed up to get a better view of the valley. No damage was found to the fence or roof of the restrooms. The officers warned the teenagers about trespassing and released them.
Runaway
An officer was advised of a hit on the LPR system for a vehicle connected to a missing juvenile out of Saratoga Springs. Officers checked the area as dispatch checked cameras and discovered the vehicle had gone north on Canyon Road off campus before officers arrived. The vehicle and juvenile were not located.
Suspicious
Officers responded to Helaman Halls with a five-minute delay on a report of a suspicious circumstance. A concerned person who wanted to remain anonymous reported hearing someone scream for help between the NCAA track and Taylor Hall. The complainant said they heard two voices, but nothing further. The officers checked the area and surrounding buildings but found no problems.
Found Property
An officer responded to the Smith Fieldhouse to take possession of a found driver's license and credit cards from a building care employee. The officer left messages for the owner using all the phone numbers listed for them. When the owner did not contact the officer by the end of the shift, the cards were taken to the Wilkinson Student Center Lost & Found.
Flood Alarm
Officers responded to a flood alarm in the LSB. They found that a water pipe had burst in a 4th-floor utility room and was flooding the elevator and utility room shafts, floors, and ceilings between floors one and four. An officer was able to shut off the flow of water to minimize the flooding. Dispatch contacted the LSB building coordinator and the on-call Facilities and Risk Management personnel, who responded and took over the cleanup and damage assessment.
Lost Property
An officer took a delayed report of lost credit and debit cards. The reporting person was unsure where they lost them and had spent time in multiple locations in and around Provo including the Museum of Peoples and Cultures.
Suspicious
BYU police were notified of a delayed suspicious report near Cougar Field. The complainant stated that a suspect riding a bike had been in the area photographing and videoing the FSY counselors. The complainant was educated regarding photography and videography laws in public. They were also told that BYU officers would be in the area for FSY next week and would conduct multiple extra patrols of the area.
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An officer was dispatched to Wyview Park on a report of a loud noise that sounded like a gunshot. The complainant reported they thought the sound came from the area of the Central Building. Several people were contacted inside the Central Building, and nobody there heard the reported sound. The area was given extra patrol.
Trespassing
Building Security reported that an individual was using a metal detector and digging up the lawn. A security officer had previously told the subject to stop. The subject was advised that they could not continue this activity on campus or they would be trespassed. The subject said they understood and left without incident.
Suspicious; Fire
Officers and Provo Fire responded to a report of a possible fire on the Y trail. An officer observed what appeared to be smoke in a horizontal cloud form. Some hikers coming off the mountain advised that an older World War 2 plane flew over and let out a cloud of smoke. The smoke had cleared by the time officers and Provo Fire arrived. Provo Fire observed the mountain and talked to numerous hikers and no fire was found.
DUI
An officer stopped a vehicle for a cracked windshield and found that the driver had a denied license. During the stop, the officer saw several signs of driver impairment. The driver consented to field sobriety tests which indicated that they were too impaired to drive. The officer arrested the driver for DUI and transported them to the Utah County Jail. The driver submitted to further tests and was found positive for methadone, THC, and benzodiazepines. The vehicle was impounded without incident. This case will be referred to the Provo City Attorney's Office for review of charges.
Trespassing
Officers responded to a report of three teenagers climbing onto the roof of the restrooms at the Y-Trailhead. The officers identified the three teenagers as two 19-year-olds and one 16-year-old. The teenagers stated that they climbed up to get a better view of the valley. No damage was found to the fence or roof of the restrooms. The officers warned the teenagers about trespassing and released them.
Runaway
An officer was advised of a hit on the LPR system for a vehicle connected to a missing juvenile out of Saratoga Springs. Officers checked the area as dispatch checked cameras and discovered the vehicle had gone north on Canyon Road off campus before officers arrived. The vehicle and juvenile were not located.
Suspicious
Officers responded to Helaman Halls with a five-minute delay on a report of a suspicious circumstance. A concerned person who wanted to remain anonymous reported hearing someone scream for help between the NCAA track and Taylor Hall. The complainant said they heard two voices, but nothing further. The officers checked the area and surrounding buildings but found no problems.
Found Property
An officer responded to the Smith Fieldhouse to take possession of a found driver's license and credit cards from a building care employee. The officer left messages for the owner using all the phone numbers listed for them. When the owner did not contact the officer by the end of the shift, the cards were taken to the Wilkinson Student Center Lost & Found.
Flood Alarm
Officers responded to a flood alarm in the LSB. They found that a water pipe had burst in a 4th-floor utility room and was flooding the elevator and utility room shafts, floors, and ceilings between floors one and four. An officer was able to shut off the flow of water to minimize the flooding. Dispatch contacted the LSB building coordinator and the on-call Facilities and Risk Management personnel, who responded and took over the cleanup and damage assessment.
Lost Property
An officer took a delayed report of lost credit and debit cards. The reporting person was unsure where they lost them and had spent time in multiple locations in and around Provo including the Museum of Peoples and Cultures.
Suspicious
BYU police were notified of a delayed suspicious report near Cougar Field. The complainant stated that a suspect riding a bike had been in the area photographing and videoing the FSY counselors. The complainant was educated regarding photography and videography laws in public. They were also told that BYU officers would be in the area for FSY next week and would conduct multiple extra patrols of the area.
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Police Beat • 05/23/24 - 05/24/24
Suspicious
A complainant called to report that an individual was making them feel uncomfortable while at Brigham Square. The complainant described the suspect as a stocky-built individual with brown hair and a hoodie, watching them closely. The subject was last seen in the area on the library's north side, walking west with a 20-minute report delay. An officer responded to the area and looked for the subject but did not locate anyone fitting the description provided.
Disorderly
Officers responded to a reported disorderly subject at the Richards building. When officers arrived, the subject had left the area and was heading east up the stairs toward the main campus. Officers located the suspect on the library's south side, walking on the sidewalk. The officers discovered that the individual was autistic, in distress, and was having a mental episode.
Seizures
An officer and Provo Paramedics responded to the Culinary Support Center on a report of a medical call. The patient was treated and released on scene by paramedics.
Seizures
An officer responded to assist Provo Fire with a medical problem at the B66 building. When officers arrived, they confirmed the patient's location and assisted Provo Fire in responding. The patient declined treatment, and Provo Fire did not medically transport them.
Fire Alarm
An officer responded to Wymount Terrace on a report that someone had accidentally activated a hand-pull station in building 2C. Dispatch advised that there was no smoke or fire. The officer silenced the alarm and reset the fire panel.
Accident Hit & Run
An officer was assigned to call a complainant about a possible hit-and-run accident involving a parked vehicle. The complainant stated that at about 11:30 a.m., they parked their vehicle in Lot 20 north of the Broadcast Building, and when they returned to their vehicle at about 2:00 p.m., a note regarding the damage was on it. The officer is investigating the incident to identify the suspect.
Medical
A citizen in the Marriott Center approached an officer regarding their parent who was experiencing a medical condition. The citizen requested a place to lie down and for BYU EMS to monitor the patient. BYU EMS responded and, as per their protocol, checked and released the patient after a resting period.
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A complainant called to report that an individual was making them feel uncomfortable while at Brigham Square. The complainant described the suspect as a stocky-built individual with brown hair and a hoodie, watching them closely. The subject was last seen in the area on the library's north side, walking west with a 20-minute report delay. An officer responded to the area and looked for the subject but did not locate anyone fitting the description provided.
Disorderly
Officers responded to a reported disorderly subject at the Richards building. When officers arrived, the subject had left the area and was heading east up the stairs toward the main campus. Officers located the suspect on the library's south side, walking on the sidewalk. The officers discovered that the individual was autistic, in distress, and was having a mental episode.
Seizures
An officer and Provo Paramedics responded to the Culinary Support Center on a report of a medical call. The patient was treated and released on scene by paramedics.
Seizures
An officer responded to assist Provo Fire with a medical problem at the B66 building. When officers arrived, they confirmed the patient's location and assisted Provo Fire in responding. The patient declined treatment, and Provo Fire did not medically transport them.
Fire Alarm
An officer responded to Wymount Terrace on a report that someone had accidentally activated a hand-pull station in building 2C. Dispatch advised that there was no smoke or fire. The officer silenced the alarm and reset the fire panel.
Accident Hit & Run
An officer was assigned to call a complainant about a possible hit-and-run accident involving a parked vehicle. The complainant stated that at about 11:30 a.m., they parked their vehicle in Lot 20 north of the Broadcast Building, and when they returned to their vehicle at about 2:00 p.m., a note regarding the damage was on it. The officer is investigating the incident to identify the suspect.
Medical
A citizen in the Marriott Center approached an officer regarding their parent who was experiencing a medical condition. The citizen requested a place to lie down and for BYU EMS to monitor the patient. BYU EMS responded and, as per their protocol, checked and released the patient after a resting period.
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Police Beat • 5/16/24 to 5/22/24
Property Damage
An officer responded to Lot 45 for a minor property damage accident involving a parked vehicle and a BYU van used for FSY. The officer located the owner of the parked vehicle, took a report, and provided both parties with the driver's exchange information.
Property Damage
An officer responded to Gate 5 of LaVell Edwards Stadium for a report of a traffic accident. A BYU employee driving a BYU truck accidentally backed into a pole. The pole did not sustain any damage. The vehicle received slight damage to the driver's rear truck bed. No injuries were reported. The officer documented the damage with pictures.
Medical
A graduate was feeling faint during their high school graduation ceremony and was assessed by BYU EMTs and released to the care of the school nurse.
Medical
An elderly individual fell and injured themselves while they were exiting the Marriott Center following a High School Graduation event. Provo Fire and Rescue and BYU EMS evaluated the patient, and Provo Fire transported the patient to the hospital for additional medical care.
Sick Person
A BYU officer responded to the ISB on a medical call. BYU EMS evaluated and cleared the patient.
Traffic Stop
An officer observed a vehicle southbound on 900 E with a brake light out. The officer checked the state system's license plate, indicating that the vehicle did not have insurance. The officer stopped the vehicle and confirmed that the vehicle did not have insurance. The driver called their insurance company and reinstated their insurance policy. The officer issued the driver a written warning for driving without insurance, speeding, and a taillight violation.
Drugs
Officers responded to the Maeser Building regarding a complaint of an individual walking in the area and smoking marijuana. The officers drove through the area with their windows down and didn't see anyone matching the complainant's description or smell the odor of marijuana. After checking the area, the officers could not confirm the complainant's report and cleared the area.
Escort / Voluntary Commitment
An officer responded to the Taylor Building and met with a BYU therapist and their patient. The therapist called dispatch and requested that their patient be escorted to the Utah Valley Hospital for mental health evaluation and self-admission. The officers assisted the patient to Utah Valley Hospital, where hospital staff helped admit the patient and notified the therapist.
Accident – Hit and Run
An officer took a report on a delayed hit-and-run accident. The complainant stated that they found damage to their vehicle's rear bumper while it was parked overnight. There is no suspect information. The complainant will be compiling more details to forward to the officer.
Traffic Stop
An officer observed a vehicle at the Y Trailhead with a revoked registration and no insurance. The officer stopped the vehicle and confirmed that it did not have insurance. The vehicle had been sold twice but had yet to update the title or registration for either sale. The officer impounded the vehicle for no insurance and improper registration. The officer cited the driver for driving without insurance and warned them of other offenses. The officer will refer the report to the Provo City Attorney's Office to review the charges.
Information Report
An officer received information on social media that a group called "DezNat" posts troubling tweets. The information is being shared with the government and other partners to see if DezNat is being monitored by these organizations.
Property Damage
An officer responded to Lot 25 for a report that a lawn mower had damaged a vehicle. The officer spoke with the vehicle's registered owner and the lawn mower's operator. The mower operator stated that they didn't realize that a bolt from the mower had scraped the front bumper of the vehicle until it had already happened. The officer collected information for the operator and vehicle owner. The officer will document the incident in a report and send the case number to both parties.
Suspicious
An officer responded to Heritage Halls when a hall advisor found a suspicious abandoned bag outside the building. The officer collected the bag containing a dark, hard substance, determined it was not drug-related, and disposed of it.
Trespassing
Officers responded to the Engineering Building for a transient individual on the fourth floor. They contacted the individual, who was warming up their food and leaving the building. The officers observed no issues that suggested the individual was trying to camp out in the building or cause an alarm.
Citizen Assist
A bicycle chained to the railing of the Engineering Building was reported stolen. Dispatch checked with BYU security to see if they had impounded the bike and found it had been impounded. The officer checked the bike impound area and located the bike. The officer told the owner to come to the BYU police front desk to recover their bike.
Juvenile Problem
An officer responded to the area of Helaman Halls on a report of a juvenile individual urinating behind the maintenance shed north of Merrill Hall. The responding officer checked the area but did not locate the individual described. The officer noted that a High School Baseball game was going on at Miller Park.
Information
A complainant reported that an unknown person called them three times that morning from a blocked number and wanted to know if the officers could provide information about the caller. The officer was unable to provide the information requested.
Animal Problem
BYU Police responded to an animal complaint in Lot 45 near the LVES. It was a hot day, and a passerby observed a dog locked inside a non-running vehicle. Officers located the vehicle and observed that the dog seemed distressed. The officers opened the vehicle and moved the dog into an officer's vehicle to cool off. Officers contacted the dog's owners, helped educate them regarding the dangers of their actions, and advised them of possible consequences.
Theft
An officer took a complainant about a light stolen from their bike helmet. The complainant said they parked their bicycle in a bike rack south of the Tanner Building and North of the Richards Building on 05/17/24. They returned at 11:00 p.m. the same day, but the bike light from their helmet was missing.
Sex Offense
On 5/17/24, an officer took a report from a school employee regarding an individual sending them a pornographic image via email. Information will be gathered, and the case will be referred to investigations for follow-up. BYU Title IX and the BYU Victim Advocate will be notified about this incident.
Suspicious
Police officers responded to the area south of the Life Science Building for a report of a suspicious individual seen walking off campus by BYU faculty. The officers arrived and checked the area but did not find the suspicious person observed by the faculty member. The officers checked the security cameras but did not find anyone matching the description of the suspicious person.
Disorderly
Officers responded to the Y mountain trailhead on a report of a disorderly individual. Officers contacted an individual leaving the lowest parking lot. The individual refused to stop for the officers and said they were walking home. The only other comment the individual made was that they were upset because they always get bullied. The individual would not provide the officers with their name and continued walking North on 1450 East in Provo. Officers checked the trailhead and found no one in need of assistance.
Welfare Check
An officer responded to the area near 1589 North 450 East on a report of a phone auto-reporting a crash. The officer checked the surrounding area and observed no traffic accidents and no one in distress or need of assistance.
Suspicious
Officers responded to the east side of the Crabtree Building to a report from security of an individual experiencing homelessness loitering in the area. When the officers arrived, they observed the individual walking towards 900 East, leaving campus and did not contact them.
Hazardous Condition
An anonymous complainant reported a couple with a small fire in the back of their SUV. Officers located the SUV and contacted the occupants. They had a small self-contained mini stove that produced a fire with alcohol, and they were roasting marshmallows. The officers observed no danger, but with the possibility of the fire getting out of hand, the occupants turned off the stove and said they would do it elsewhere.
Information Report
An officer contacted a complainant by phone who wanted to document that the intersection of 900 East and Heritage Drive is dangerous for pedestrians. The complainant was bumped by a vehicle turning right at a red light, but the complainant was not hurt. The complainant did not want the driver contacted but wanted this documented in hopes that the intersection would be made into a "no right turns on red light" intersection.
Sex Offense
An officer responded to Wymount Terrace for a report of some concerning behavior between an adolescent and several young children. Two mothers were very concerned about the safety of their young children. The officer referred this report to BYU Detectives for further investigation.
Trespassing
Officers responded to Lot 6 on a possible abandoned property/trespassing call. The officer located a name, and dispatch found a phone number for the potential owner of the property. The officer left a message for the individual to remove the property from BYU. A note was left on the property informing the individual that if their belongings were not moved, they would be disposed of. There was an older laptop and computer equipment among the property. None of the property was listed as stolen. The items were removed within a couple of hours. The officer requested a campus ban letter for the transient individual.
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An officer responded to Lot 45 for a minor property damage accident involving a parked vehicle and a BYU van used for FSY. The officer located the owner of the parked vehicle, took a report, and provided both parties with the driver's exchange information.
Property Damage
An officer responded to Gate 5 of LaVell Edwards Stadium for a report of a traffic accident. A BYU employee driving a BYU truck accidentally backed into a pole. The pole did not sustain any damage. The vehicle received slight damage to the driver's rear truck bed. No injuries were reported. The officer documented the damage with pictures.
Medical
A graduate was feeling faint during their high school graduation ceremony and was assessed by BYU EMTs and released to the care of the school nurse.
Medical
An elderly individual fell and injured themselves while they were exiting the Marriott Center following a High School Graduation event. Provo Fire and Rescue and BYU EMS evaluated the patient, and Provo Fire transported the patient to the hospital for additional medical care.
Sick Person
A BYU officer responded to the ISB on a medical call. BYU EMS evaluated and cleared the patient.
Traffic Stop
An officer observed a vehicle southbound on 900 E with a brake light out. The officer checked the state system's license plate, indicating that the vehicle did not have insurance. The officer stopped the vehicle and confirmed that the vehicle did not have insurance. The driver called their insurance company and reinstated their insurance policy. The officer issued the driver a written warning for driving without insurance, speeding, and a taillight violation.
Drugs
Officers responded to the Maeser Building regarding a complaint of an individual walking in the area and smoking marijuana. The officers drove through the area with their windows down and didn't see anyone matching the complainant's description or smell the odor of marijuana. After checking the area, the officers could not confirm the complainant's report and cleared the area.
Escort / Voluntary Commitment
An officer responded to the Taylor Building and met with a BYU therapist and their patient. The therapist called dispatch and requested that their patient be escorted to the Utah Valley Hospital for mental health evaluation and self-admission. The officers assisted the patient to Utah Valley Hospital, where hospital staff helped admit the patient and notified the therapist.
Accident – Hit and Run
An officer took a report on a delayed hit-and-run accident. The complainant stated that they found damage to their vehicle's rear bumper while it was parked overnight. There is no suspect information. The complainant will be compiling more details to forward to the officer.
Traffic Stop
An officer observed a vehicle at the Y Trailhead with a revoked registration and no insurance. The officer stopped the vehicle and confirmed that it did not have insurance. The vehicle had been sold twice but had yet to update the title or registration for either sale. The officer impounded the vehicle for no insurance and improper registration. The officer cited the driver for driving without insurance and warned them of other offenses. The officer will refer the report to the Provo City Attorney's Office to review the charges.
Information Report
An officer received information on social media that a group called "DezNat" posts troubling tweets. The information is being shared with the government and other partners to see if DezNat is being monitored by these organizations.
Property Damage
An officer responded to Lot 25 for a report that a lawn mower had damaged a vehicle. The officer spoke with the vehicle's registered owner and the lawn mower's operator. The mower operator stated that they didn't realize that a bolt from the mower had scraped the front bumper of the vehicle until it had already happened. The officer collected information for the operator and vehicle owner. The officer will document the incident in a report and send the case number to both parties.
Suspicious
An officer responded to Heritage Halls when a hall advisor found a suspicious abandoned bag outside the building. The officer collected the bag containing a dark, hard substance, determined it was not drug-related, and disposed of it.
Trespassing
Officers responded to the Engineering Building for a transient individual on the fourth floor. They contacted the individual, who was warming up their food and leaving the building. The officers observed no issues that suggested the individual was trying to camp out in the building or cause an alarm.
Citizen Assist
A bicycle chained to the railing of the Engineering Building was reported stolen. Dispatch checked with BYU security to see if they had impounded the bike and found it had been impounded. The officer checked the bike impound area and located the bike. The officer told the owner to come to the BYU police front desk to recover their bike.
Juvenile Problem
An officer responded to the area of Helaman Halls on a report of a juvenile individual urinating behind the maintenance shed north of Merrill Hall. The responding officer checked the area but did not locate the individual described. The officer noted that a High School Baseball game was going on at Miller Park.
Information
A complainant reported that an unknown person called them three times that morning from a blocked number and wanted to know if the officers could provide information about the caller. The officer was unable to provide the information requested.
Animal Problem
BYU Police responded to an animal complaint in Lot 45 near the LVES. It was a hot day, and a passerby observed a dog locked inside a non-running vehicle. Officers located the vehicle and observed that the dog seemed distressed. The officers opened the vehicle and moved the dog into an officer's vehicle to cool off. Officers contacted the dog's owners, helped educate them regarding the dangers of their actions, and advised them of possible consequences.
Theft
An officer took a complainant about a light stolen from their bike helmet. The complainant said they parked their bicycle in a bike rack south of the Tanner Building and North of the Richards Building on 05/17/24. They returned at 11:00 p.m. the same day, but the bike light from their helmet was missing.
Sex Offense
On 5/17/24, an officer took a report from a school employee regarding an individual sending them a pornographic image via email. Information will be gathered, and the case will be referred to investigations for follow-up. BYU Title IX and the BYU Victim Advocate will be notified about this incident.
Suspicious
Police officers responded to the area south of the Life Science Building for a report of a suspicious individual seen walking off campus by BYU faculty. The officers arrived and checked the area but did not find the suspicious person observed by the faculty member. The officers checked the security cameras but did not find anyone matching the description of the suspicious person.
Disorderly
Officers responded to the Y mountain trailhead on a report of a disorderly individual. Officers contacted an individual leaving the lowest parking lot. The individual refused to stop for the officers and said they were walking home. The only other comment the individual made was that they were upset because they always get bullied. The individual would not provide the officers with their name and continued walking North on 1450 East in Provo. Officers checked the trailhead and found no one in need of assistance.
Welfare Check
An officer responded to the area near 1589 North 450 East on a report of a phone auto-reporting a crash. The officer checked the surrounding area and observed no traffic accidents and no one in distress or need of assistance.
Suspicious
Officers responded to the east side of the Crabtree Building to a report from security of an individual experiencing homelessness loitering in the area. When the officers arrived, they observed the individual walking towards 900 East, leaving campus and did not contact them.
Hazardous Condition
An anonymous complainant reported a couple with a small fire in the back of their SUV. Officers located the SUV and contacted the occupants. They had a small self-contained mini stove that produced a fire with alcohol, and they were roasting marshmallows. The officers observed no danger, but with the possibility of the fire getting out of hand, the occupants turned off the stove and said they would do it elsewhere.
Information Report
An officer contacted a complainant by phone who wanted to document that the intersection of 900 East and Heritage Drive is dangerous for pedestrians. The complainant was bumped by a vehicle turning right at a red light, but the complainant was not hurt. The complainant did not want the driver contacted but wanted this documented in hopes that the intersection would be made into a "no right turns on red light" intersection.
Sex Offense
An officer responded to Wymount Terrace for a report of some concerning behavior between an adolescent and several young children. Two mothers were very concerned about the safety of their young children. The officer referred this report to BYU Detectives for further investigation.
Trespassing
Officers responded to Lot 6 on a possible abandoned property/trespassing call. The officer located a name, and dispatch found a phone number for the potential owner of the property. The officer left a message for the individual to remove the property from BYU. A note was left on the property informing the individual that if their belongings were not moved, they would be disposed of. There was an older laptop and computer equipment among the property. None of the property was listed as stolen. The items were removed within a couple of hours. The officer requested a campus ban letter for the transient individual.
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Police Beat • 05/11/2024 to 05/15/2024
Medical
An officer and the Provo Fire Department responded to the Talmage Building for an individual who was having a seizure. The patient was treated at the scene and released to a family member.
Abandoned Vehicle
Officers were notified of a parked vehicle that appeared to be abandoned for several days. The vehicle was found to be previously listed as impounded. The vehicle had airbags deployed with severe exterior damage. An abandoned vehicle notice was attached to the front driver window of the vehicle requesting the vehicle to be moved. Photos of the notice were attached to this report.
Traffic Offense
An officer was dispatched regarding a traffic offense where two vehicles were seen doing donuts. Officers arrived and were not able to locate any vehicles matching the descriptions provided. Pedestrians were also asked if they saw or heard anything, and they stated that they did not.
Traffic Accident
Officers were dispatched to contact a complainant regarding a hit-and-run incident. The complainant found notes left on their vehicle from unknown witnesses stating that someone hit the side of their vehicle. The license plate of the vehicle that hit the complainant's vehicle was recorded by witnesses and was found to belong to a BYU student. Camera footage shows the vehicle being hit on the side, but the complainant stated that the only damage found was on the rear driver-side taillight. A driver exchange form was sent to both parties for insurance purposes.
Found Property
An officer was asked to contact a BYU Grounds employee regarding a front bumper found at the ELLB. The officer made telephone contact with the employee and determined it was likely the bumper was left on the scene after a vehicle accident. The officer asked the employee to throw the bumper in the garbage. No further action was needed.
Theft
An officer was dispatched to call a complainant about a delayed theft of a Gary Fisher Tarpon bicycle from Wyview Park. The bicycle was stolen within a week time frame and the suspect is unknown. The officer collected the serial number from the complainant and had dispatch list the bicycle as stolen NCIC.
Information
An officer was asked to check on a vehicle leaking paint from its bed onto the sidewalk where it was parked. The officer made contact with the registered owner and advised them of the paint problem. The owner was grateful for the call and agreed to get it cleaned up.
Citizen Contact
Officers were dispatched to the Y Trailhead on a request to check the welfare of an adult who was yelling, screaming, and acting crazy. Officers made contact with the subject as they were leaving the area. The subject acknowledged the officer's intent to help with gratitude but said they were fine and refused further communication. No other Police action was taken.
Traffic Accident
A vehicle reversed out of its parking stall and made rear-passenger side contact with the front of an unoccupied trailer that was parked across several parking stalls.
The driver stated they were upset that the trailer was irresponsibly parked and that they could not see it due to its height. No injuries were reported. The rear passenger side of the driver’s vehicle sustained minor damage. There was no visible damage done to the trailer as currently reported. Both parties were emailed copies of the exchange form.
Found Property
An officer was asked to contact a BYU Grounds employee regarding a front bumper found at the ELLB. The officer made telephone contact with the employee and determined it was likely the bumper was left on the scene after a vehicle accident. The officer asked the employee to throw the bumper in the garbage. No further action was needed.
Theft
An officer was dispatched to call a complainant about a delayed theft of a Gary Fisher Tarpon bicycle from Wyview Park. The bicycle was stolen within a week time frame and the suspect is unknown. The officer collected the serial number from the complainant and had dispatch list the bicycle as stolen NCIC.
Information
An officer was asked to check on a vehicle leaking paint from its bed onto the sidewalk where it was parked. The officer made contact with the registered owner and advised them of the paint problem. The owner was grateful for the call and agreed to get it cleaned up.
Citizen Contact
Officers were dispatched to the Y Trailhead on a request to check the welfare of an adult who was yelling, screaming, and acting crazy. Officers made contact with the subject as they were leaving the area. The subject acknowledged the officer's intent to help with gratitude but said they were fine and refused further communication. No other Police action was taken.
Traffic Accident
A vehicle reversed out of its parking stall and made rear-passenger side contact with the front of an unoccupied trailer that was parked across several parking stalls.
The driver stated they were upset that the trailer was irresponsibly parked and that they could not see it due to its height. No injuries were reported. The rear passenger side of the driver’s vehicle sustained minor damage. There was no visible damage done to the trailer as currently reported. Both parties were emailed copies of the exchange form.
Property Damage
An officer found a disability parking sign knocked down while patrolling Lot 45 in the northeast corner of the lot. It appeared that a vehicle accidentally ran over or backed into the signpost, breaking it off at the base. Dispatch submitted a work request for grounds to replace the post.
Animal Problem
Police officers were dispatched to Botany Pond on a report of juveniles, whose ages were estimated to be about 12 years old, playing in the pond and harassing the wildlife. Before the police arrived, BYU security officers responded to the scene and approached the juveniles. Upon seeing the security officers, the juveniles exited the pond, got into a car with an adult, then drove away. The vehicle was gone upon the arrival of the police officers. No further actions were taken.
Theft
An officer responded to Helaman Halls Stover Hall on a report of a yard sign that a group took from the front of the building. Officers identified the suspects and asked them to return the sign and meet with the officer. The officer advised the suspects of the possible consequences of their actions. The suspects were given a verbal warning and advised that they would face criminal charges if they were involved with something similar in the future. The officer returned the sign to the building supervisor.
Civil Problem
Police officers responded to the Wyview Laundromat for a report of an individual who was yelling, swearing, and flipping off the reporting party. The dispute was caused by clothing being moved. The individual’s actions caused a disturbance to the other patrons of the laundromat to the point that they felt they had to leave the area. After interviewing the reporting party and viewing camera footage of the event, officers observed no criminal activity.
Trespassing
A police officer was dispatched to the Music Building after a BYU employee reported seeing an individual who had previously been found in rooms of the building, they didn’t have access to. They have been warned by BYU employees before that they are not allowed in these rooms. After the individual was seen by the BYU employee, they left the building and walked toward the UVX station. A police officer made contact with the reporting party while others searched the area. Contact was not made with the suspect.
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An officer and the Provo Fire Department responded to the Talmage Building for an individual who was having a seizure. The patient was treated at the scene and released to a family member.
Abandoned Vehicle
Officers were notified of a parked vehicle that appeared to be abandoned for several days. The vehicle was found to be previously listed as impounded. The vehicle had airbags deployed with severe exterior damage. An abandoned vehicle notice was attached to the front driver window of the vehicle requesting the vehicle to be moved. Photos of the notice were attached to this report.
Traffic Offense
An officer was dispatched regarding a traffic offense where two vehicles were seen doing donuts. Officers arrived and were not able to locate any vehicles matching the descriptions provided. Pedestrians were also asked if they saw or heard anything, and they stated that they did not.
Traffic Accident
Officers were dispatched to contact a complainant regarding a hit-and-run incident. The complainant found notes left on their vehicle from unknown witnesses stating that someone hit the side of their vehicle. The license plate of the vehicle that hit the complainant's vehicle was recorded by witnesses and was found to belong to a BYU student. Camera footage shows the vehicle being hit on the side, but the complainant stated that the only damage found was on the rear driver-side taillight. A driver exchange form was sent to both parties for insurance purposes.
Found Property
An officer was asked to contact a BYU Grounds employee regarding a front bumper found at the ELLB. The officer made telephone contact with the employee and determined it was likely the bumper was left on the scene after a vehicle accident. The officer asked the employee to throw the bumper in the garbage. No further action was needed.
Theft
An officer was dispatched to call a complainant about a delayed theft of a Gary Fisher Tarpon bicycle from Wyview Park. The bicycle was stolen within a week time frame and the suspect is unknown. The officer collected the serial number from the complainant and had dispatch list the bicycle as stolen NCIC.
Information
An officer was asked to check on a vehicle leaking paint from its bed onto the sidewalk where it was parked. The officer made contact with the registered owner and advised them of the paint problem. The owner was grateful for the call and agreed to get it cleaned up.
Citizen Contact
Officers were dispatched to the Y Trailhead on a request to check the welfare of an adult who was yelling, screaming, and acting crazy. Officers made contact with the subject as they were leaving the area. The subject acknowledged the officer's intent to help with gratitude but said they were fine and refused further communication. No other Police action was taken.
Traffic Accident
A vehicle reversed out of its parking stall and made rear-passenger side contact with the front of an unoccupied trailer that was parked across several parking stalls.
The driver stated they were upset that the trailer was irresponsibly parked and that they could not see it due to its height. No injuries were reported. The rear passenger side of the driver’s vehicle sustained minor damage. There was no visible damage done to the trailer as currently reported. Both parties were emailed copies of the exchange form.
Found Property
An officer was asked to contact a BYU Grounds employee regarding a front bumper found at the ELLB. The officer made telephone contact with the employee and determined it was likely the bumper was left on the scene after a vehicle accident. The officer asked the employee to throw the bumper in the garbage. No further action was needed.
Theft
An officer was dispatched to call a complainant about a delayed theft of a Gary Fisher Tarpon bicycle from Wyview Park. The bicycle was stolen within a week time frame and the suspect is unknown. The officer collected the serial number from the complainant and had dispatch list the bicycle as stolen NCIC.
Information
An officer was asked to check on a vehicle leaking paint from its bed onto the sidewalk where it was parked. The officer made contact with the registered owner and advised them of the paint problem. The owner was grateful for the call and agreed to get it cleaned up.
Citizen Contact
Officers were dispatched to the Y Trailhead on a request to check the welfare of an adult who was yelling, screaming, and acting crazy. Officers made contact with the subject as they were leaving the area. The subject acknowledged the officer's intent to help with gratitude but said they were fine and refused further communication. No other Police action was taken.
Traffic Accident
A vehicle reversed out of its parking stall and made rear-passenger side contact with the front of an unoccupied trailer that was parked across several parking stalls.
The driver stated they were upset that the trailer was irresponsibly parked and that they could not see it due to its height. No injuries were reported. The rear passenger side of the driver’s vehicle sustained minor damage. There was no visible damage done to the trailer as currently reported. Both parties were emailed copies of the exchange form.
Property Damage
An officer found a disability parking sign knocked down while patrolling Lot 45 in the northeast corner of the lot. It appeared that a vehicle accidentally ran over or backed into the signpost, breaking it off at the base. Dispatch submitted a work request for grounds to replace the post.
Animal Problem
Police officers were dispatched to Botany Pond on a report of juveniles, whose ages were estimated to be about 12 years old, playing in the pond and harassing the wildlife. Before the police arrived, BYU security officers responded to the scene and approached the juveniles. Upon seeing the security officers, the juveniles exited the pond, got into a car with an adult, then drove away. The vehicle was gone upon the arrival of the police officers. No further actions were taken.
Theft
An officer responded to Helaman Halls Stover Hall on a report of a yard sign that a group took from the front of the building. Officers identified the suspects and asked them to return the sign and meet with the officer. The officer advised the suspects of the possible consequences of their actions. The suspects were given a verbal warning and advised that they would face criminal charges if they were involved with something similar in the future. The officer returned the sign to the building supervisor.
Civil Problem
Police officers responded to the Wyview Laundromat for a report of an individual who was yelling, swearing, and flipping off the reporting party. The dispute was caused by clothing being moved. The individual’s actions caused a disturbance to the other patrons of the laundromat to the point that they felt they had to leave the area. After interviewing the reporting party and viewing camera footage of the event, officers observed no criminal activity.
Trespassing
A police officer was dispatched to the Music Building after a BYU employee reported seeing an individual who had previously been found in rooms of the building, they didn’t have access to. They have been warned by BYU employees before that they are not allowed in these rooms. After the individual was seen by the BYU employee, they left the building and walked toward the UVX station. A police officer made contact with the reporting party while others searched the area. Contact was not made with the suspect.
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Police Beat • 05/10/2024
Fraud
Dispatch assigned an officer to call a complainant who is a resident of Wymount Terrace to discuss a fraudulent transaction on their Amazon account. They stated that their debit card had been charged $574.59 and that the Bank of America was working to list the transaction as fraudulent.
Citizen Contact
An officer was dispatched to the area of parking lot 20 on a report of a citizen dispute. The officer spoke with one of the individuals involved who advised there was a verbal argument with another as they left the Marriott Center. It is unknown who the other individual was as they had left the area. It was determined things had calmed down and the involved party agreed to go home for the night.
Theft
An officer took a report of a theft of a bike helmet. An investigation is underway.
Theft
BYU Police were dispatched to a theft at the JKB. The victim stated that their laptop was missing, and they believed it had been stolen while they were at the JKB. An officer obtained details regarding the laptop and reviewed camera footage in the area. There are currently no suspects at this time.
Criminal Mischief
An officer responded to the Wilkinson Student Center on a delayed report of criminal mischief to a vehicle. The officer documented the incident and provided a case number to the complainant.
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Dispatch assigned an officer to call a complainant who is a resident of Wymount Terrace to discuss a fraudulent transaction on their Amazon account. They stated that their debit card had been charged $574.59 and that the Bank of America was working to list the transaction as fraudulent.
Citizen Contact
An officer was dispatched to the area of parking lot 20 on a report of a citizen dispute. The officer spoke with one of the individuals involved who advised there was a verbal argument with another as they left the Marriott Center. It is unknown who the other individual was as they had left the area. It was determined things had calmed down and the involved party agreed to go home for the night.
Theft
An officer took a report of a theft of a bike helmet. An investigation is underway.
Theft
BYU Police were dispatched to a theft at the JKB. The victim stated that their laptop was missing, and they believed it had been stolen while they were at the JKB. An officer obtained details regarding the laptop and reviewed camera footage in the area. There are currently no suspects at this time.
Criminal Mischief
An officer responded to the Wilkinson Student Center on a delayed report of criminal mischief to a vehicle. The officer documented the incident and provided a case number to the complainant.
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Police Beat • 05/09/2024
Accident – Property Damage
An officer completed a minor traffic accident report that occurred on 450 East. A motorist was pulling out of the Marriott Center’s parking lot and struck a vehicle that was stopped.
Accident – Property Damage
An officer responded to a traffic accident that occurred in lot 49 on BYU campus. Two vehicles were parked in stalls next to each other. When the driver of one attempted to exit their parking stall by turning right, they turned too sharply and made contact with the other vehicle.
Found Person
Officers were dispatched to the laundry building parking lot on a report of two unattended children. When the officers arrived, the children had gone inside the laundry building, where their parent was working. After learning the children were with their parent, the officers cleared.
Citizen Contact
An officer responded for possible drugs found by a cleaning crew in HR. It appeared to be a white crystal substance in a clear zip-lock bag and looked like cleaning powder or dry laundry soap. The officer tested the substance with Nik Kit for methamphetamine, heroin, and cocaine. All tests were negative for drugs.
Welfare Check
Officers responded to Helaman Halls on a welfare check. A complainant advised that they had not talked to their child since the previous night and wanted to make sure everything was ok. The officers were able to locate the child’s vehicle but did not have information on which room they were in. The complainant was able to reach the child by phone and reported that everything was fine.
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An officer completed a minor traffic accident report that occurred on 450 East. A motorist was pulling out of the Marriott Center’s parking lot and struck a vehicle that was stopped.
Accident – Property Damage
An officer responded to a traffic accident that occurred in lot 49 on BYU campus. Two vehicles were parked in stalls next to each other. When the driver of one attempted to exit their parking stall by turning right, they turned too sharply and made contact with the other vehicle.
Found Person
Officers were dispatched to the laundry building parking lot on a report of two unattended children. When the officers arrived, the children had gone inside the laundry building, where their parent was working. After learning the children were with their parent, the officers cleared.
Citizen Contact
An officer responded for possible drugs found by a cleaning crew in HR. It appeared to be a white crystal substance in a clear zip-lock bag and looked like cleaning powder or dry laundry soap. The officer tested the substance with Nik Kit for methamphetamine, heroin, and cocaine. All tests were negative for drugs.
Welfare Check
Officers responded to Helaman Halls on a welfare check. A complainant advised that they had not talked to their child since the previous night and wanted to make sure everything was ok. The officers were able to locate the child’s vehicle but did not have information on which room they were in. The complainant was able to reach the child by phone and reported that everything was fine.
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Police Beat • 05/08/2024
Accident – Property Damage
An officer responded to Lot 49 on BYU campus regarding a traffic accident. A school bus driver was making a left-hand turn in the parking lot and struck another vehicle. The driver of the other vehicle attempted to turn to the right to avoid the accident but was still hit. The accident was captured by a surveillance camera. Written statements were made by both drivers and pictures of the damage were taken. The officer completed the DI 9 traffic accident form.
Citizen Contact
Officers were dispatched to an assist at Wyview where a child locked themselves in a bathroom. The complainant met the officers at the front door and let them enter. An officer was able to open the bathroom door without forcing entry. Call notes stated that the child may have gotten access to bathroom cleaning chemicals. The child was checked by the complainant to verify that they did not consume any chemicals.
Welfare Check
An officer was dispatched to the area of 900 E and the MTC on the report of a young child riding a bike into traffic. The officer located the child on 900 E, north of the MTC. The child refused contact with the officer and rode away. The officer followed the child until a parent, who had been out looking for the child, arrived, and took custody of them.
Trespassing
An officer was dispatched to the Engineering Building for a report of a male sleeping in the mother's room of the building. Officers arrived and spoke to the male who reported that he had been sleeping in the room for the past two nights. The officers explained to the male that he could not be in the building after it closed and that he could not disrupt the normal activities of the campus. The male apologized and officers transported them to the Food and Care Coalition. The male was warned that if he was caught in a building after closing, he would be cited for trespassing.
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An officer responded to Lot 49 on BYU campus regarding a traffic accident. A school bus driver was making a left-hand turn in the parking lot and struck another vehicle. The driver of the other vehicle attempted to turn to the right to avoid the accident but was still hit. The accident was captured by a surveillance camera. Written statements were made by both drivers and pictures of the damage were taken. The officer completed the DI 9 traffic accident form.
Citizen Contact
Officers were dispatched to an assist at Wyview where a child locked themselves in a bathroom. The complainant met the officers at the front door and let them enter. An officer was able to open the bathroom door without forcing entry. Call notes stated that the child may have gotten access to bathroom cleaning chemicals. The child was checked by the complainant to verify that they did not consume any chemicals.
Welfare Check
An officer was dispatched to the area of 900 E and the MTC on the report of a young child riding a bike into traffic. The officer located the child on 900 E, north of the MTC. The child refused contact with the officer and rode away. The officer followed the child until a parent, who had been out looking for the child, arrived, and took custody of them.
Trespassing
An officer was dispatched to the Engineering Building for a report of a male sleeping in the mother's room of the building. Officers arrived and spoke to the male who reported that he had been sleeping in the room for the past two nights. The officers explained to the male that he could not be in the building after it closed and that he could not disrupt the normal activities of the campus. The male apologized and officers transported them to the Food and Care Coalition. The male was warned that if he was caught in a building after closing, he would be cited for trespassing.
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Police Beat • 05/07/2024
Accident – Hit and Run
Dispatch received an online submission of a hit and run reported during the high school track meets last week. The online submission gave a timeframe but did not provide a date for when the vehicle damage occurred. The officer called and emailed the reporting party and is waiting for more information.
Citizen Contact
An officer was dispatched to the Y Trailhead for a possible medical situation. The officers located the individual who was hiking with guardians. The individual had pre-existing wounds and did not need medical care. The Guardian stated that the individual likes to hike the Y Trailhead and takes frequent breaks.
Found Property
A complainant reported a missing wallet that they believe was lost inside a specific room of the Kimball Tower on 5/5/24 at approx. 1030 hrs. The officer checked with building care at the Kimball Tower and Lost and Found inside the WSC and learned the wallet had not been turned in. There are no other investigative leads currently.
Medical
BYU officers and BYU EMS responded to a medical report for a 55-year-old who fell down some stairs at the Marriott Center. The patient was assessed by BYU EMS and released as no further medical assistance was necessary. The patient was released to their child to be taken home.
Lost Property
An officer was dispatched for Lost Property at the Cougar Tech. The officer observed on security cameras where the item was placed. Employees were able to locate the item that was misplaced.
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Dispatch received an online submission of a hit and run reported during the high school track meets last week. The online submission gave a timeframe but did not provide a date for when the vehicle damage occurred. The officer called and emailed the reporting party and is waiting for more information.
Citizen Contact
An officer was dispatched to the Y Trailhead for a possible medical situation. The officers located the individual who was hiking with guardians. The individual had pre-existing wounds and did not need medical care. The Guardian stated that the individual likes to hike the Y Trailhead and takes frequent breaks.
Found Property
A complainant reported a missing wallet that they believe was lost inside a specific room of the Kimball Tower on 5/5/24 at approx. 1030 hrs. The officer checked with building care at the Kimball Tower and Lost and Found inside the WSC and learned the wallet had not been turned in. There are no other investigative leads currently.
Medical
BYU officers and BYU EMS responded to a medical report for a 55-year-old who fell down some stairs at the Marriott Center. The patient was assessed by BYU EMS and released as no further medical assistance was necessary. The patient was released to their child to be taken home.
Lost Property
An officer was dispatched for Lost Property at the Cougar Tech. The officer observed on security cameras where the item was placed. Employees were able to locate the item that was misplaced.
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Police Beat • 05/04/2024 to 05/06/2024
Agency Assist
Provo PD requested assistance from a Spanish-speaking BYU officer. The officer responded to an address on Stubbs Ave in Provo and assisted with the investigation by translating between the Provo officer and the Spanish-speaking suspect.
Suspicious
Officers responded to the Engineering Building on a report of a man observed exiting a mothers' lounge. When officers arrived, the man was gone.
Medical
BYU Police and Provo Fire responded to a report of an individual who had passed out but was then conscious and breathing. Upon arrival, Provo Fire treated and evaluated the patient before transporting them to the Utah Valley Regional Medical Center for further treatment.
Trespassing
An officer observed five individuals on the Richards Building field when its gates were closed and locked. The officer contacted the individuals and warned them of trespassing. They agreed to leave and did so without incident.
Welfare Check
Police officers were dispatched to Heritage Halls Building 3 on a welfare check after a concerned parent wanted an officer to check on their child. The officers made contact with the BYU student and verified that they were safe. An officer gave the student information on resources that are available to them 24 hours a day on and off campus.
Breathing Problem
An individual who was on campus for the women's conference went for a run and then experienced abdominal pain and had difficulty breathing. An officer and Provo EMS responded to Heritage Halls, where the patient was staying. EMS determined the patient had a panic attack. After being checked by EMS, the patient remained at Heritage Halls.
Gas Smell
BYU Police and Provo Fire responded to the Riviera apartments on a report of a gas smell. Upon arrival, Provo Fire checked the apartment for any toxic gases. Provo Fire did not detect any toxic gases in the apartment. No further action was taken.
Trespassing
Officers were notified about a potential stalking suspect at the Women's Conference at the BYU Marriott Center. Officers located the suspect who was found in a restricted area of the Marriott Center event. Officers detained the suspect, cited them for trespassing, and gave them an electronic communication harassment warning. A BYU College Dean notified the suspect that they had been banned from all BYU properties for 10 days. Officers escorted the suspect off of BYU Property and they got onto a UVX bus. This case will be referred to the Provo City Attorney's Office for review of charges.
Medical
A complainant called EMS because they felt that their mental health medication was making them feel strange. They requested that Provo EMS transport them to Utah Valley Hospital.
Seizures
BYU Police, EMS, and Provo Fire responded to a report of a patient who was suffering from a seizure and bleeding from the nose. Upon arrival, the EMTs and Paramedics treated the patient before transporting them to Utah Valley Hospital for further treatment and evaluation.
Paper Service X3
A BYU Police officer served three ban letters on subjects who had been banned from campus by the BYU Dean of Students Office.
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Provo PD requested assistance from a Spanish-speaking BYU officer. The officer responded to an address on Stubbs Ave in Provo and assisted with the investigation by translating between the Provo officer and the Spanish-speaking suspect.
Suspicious
Officers responded to the Engineering Building on a report of a man observed exiting a mothers' lounge. When officers arrived, the man was gone.
Medical
BYU Police and Provo Fire responded to a report of an individual who had passed out but was then conscious and breathing. Upon arrival, Provo Fire treated and evaluated the patient before transporting them to the Utah Valley Regional Medical Center for further treatment.
Trespassing
An officer observed five individuals on the Richards Building field when its gates were closed and locked. The officer contacted the individuals and warned them of trespassing. They agreed to leave and did so without incident.
Welfare Check
Police officers were dispatched to Heritage Halls Building 3 on a welfare check after a concerned parent wanted an officer to check on their child. The officers made contact with the BYU student and verified that they were safe. An officer gave the student information on resources that are available to them 24 hours a day on and off campus.
Breathing Problem
An individual who was on campus for the women's conference went for a run and then experienced abdominal pain and had difficulty breathing. An officer and Provo EMS responded to Heritage Halls, where the patient was staying. EMS determined the patient had a panic attack. After being checked by EMS, the patient remained at Heritage Halls.
Gas Smell
BYU Police and Provo Fire responded to the Riviera apartments on a report of a gas smell. Upon arrival, Provo Fire checked the apartment for any toxic gases. Provo Fire did not detect any toxic gases in the apartment. No further action was taken.
Trespassing
Officers were notified about a potential stalking suspect at the Women's Conference at the BYU Marriott Center. Officers located the suspect who was found in a restricted area of the Marriott Center event. Officers detained the suspect, cited them for trespassing, and gave them an electronic communication harassment warning. A BYU College Dean notified the suspect that they had been banned from all BYU properties for 10 days. Officers escorted the suspect off of BYU Property and they got onto a UVX bus. This case will be referred to the Provo City Attorney's Office for review of charges.
Medical
A complainant called EMS because they felt that their mental health medication was making them feel strange. They requested that Provo EMS transport them to Utah Valley Hospital.
Seizures
BYU Police, EMS, and Provo Fire responded to a report of a patient who was suffering from a seizure and bleeding from the nose. Upon arrival, the EMTs and Paramedics treated the patient before transporting them to Utah Valley Hospital for further treatment and evaluation.
Paper Service X3
A BYU Police officer served three ban letters on subjects who had been banned from campus by the BYU Dean of Students Office.
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Police Beat • 05/03/2024
Escort
A police officer was dispatched to the Wilkinson Student Center when a concerned citizen called about an individual suffering from a previous injury. The individual requested a shuttle to the Student Health Center for medical treatment. The officer transported them to the Student Health Center without incident.
Accident – Property Damage
A BYU Continuing Education employee accidentally backed a BYU express van into a BYU security vehicle. Only the BYU van was occupied at the time of the collision. There were no injuries. Both vehicles had cosmetic damage. Supervisors for both departments were contacted.
Found Property
A police officer was dispatched to the HBLL for a report of an abandoned backpack. The officer found the backpack and turned it into the Wilkinson Student Center lost and found center. The owner of the backpack arrived at the police department and inquired about the lost item. They were directed to the lost and found center.
Medical
BYU Officers and BYU EMS responded to a medical report at the Marriott Center. The patient was assessed by BYU EMS and released with no further medical attention needed.
Citizen Assist
Officers were notified of a missing wheelchair at the Marriott Center from just inside portal Y. Camera footage revealed that two individuals had taken the wheelchair to use and exited out of the south side of the building toward campus. It is believed they assumed the wheelchair was for public use. The individuals were located and apologized for taking a wheelchair not meant for public use. The owner was happy to get their wheelchair back.
Medical
BYU EMS responded to a medical at the Mariott Center. The patient was assessed by BYU EMS and released on the scene.
Medical
BYU EMS assisted a patient at the Mariott Center. The patient was treated and released by EMS at the scene.
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A police officer was dispatched to the Wilkinson Student Center when a concerned citizen called about an individual suffering from a previous injury. The individual requested a shuttle to the Student Health Center for medical treatment. The officer transported them to the Student Health Center without incident.
Accident – Property Damage
A BYU Continuing Education employee accidentally backed a BYU express van into a BYU security vehicle. Only the BYU van was occupied at the time of the collision. There were no injuries. Both vehicles had cosmetic damage. Supervisors for both departments were contacted.
Found Property
A police officer was dispatched to the HBLL for a report of an abandoned backpack. The officer found the backpack and turned it into the Wilkinson Student Center lost and found center. The owner of the backpack arrived at the police department and inquired about the lost item. They were directed to the lost and found center.
Medical
BYU Officers and BYU EMS responded to a medical report at the Marriott Center. The patient was assessed by BYU EMS and released with no further medical attention needed.
Citizen Assist
Officers were notified of a missing wheelchair at the Marriott Center from just inside portal Y. Camera footage revealed that two individuals had taken the wheelchair to use and exited out of the south side of the building toward campus. It is believed they assumed the wheelchair was for public use. The individuals were located and apologized for taking a wheelchair not meant for public use. The owner was happy to get their wheelchair back.
Medical
BYU EMS responded to a medical at the Mariott Center. The patient was assessed by BYU EMS and released on the scene.
Medical
BYU EMS assisted a patient at the Mariott Center. The patient was treated and released by EMS at the scene.
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Police Beat • 05/02/2024
Medical
An officer and BYU EMS responded to a medical call at the Marriott Center. BYU EMS treated and released the patient on the scene.
Medical
An officer and BYU EMS responded to a medical call at the Marriott Center. BYU EMS treated and released the patient on the scene.
DCFS Report
An officer was assigned a Child Abuse and Neglect Report that originated through the Provo Police Department and the Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS). The report is being followed up on.
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An officer and BYU EMS responded to a medical call at the Marriott Center. BYU EMS treated and released the patient on the scene.
Medical
An officer and BYU EMS responded to a medical call at the Marriott Center. BYU EMS treated and released the patient on the scene.
DCFS Report
An officer was assigned a Child Abuse and Neglect Report that originated through the Provo Police Department and the Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS). The report is being followed up on.
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Police Beat • 05/01/2024
Found Property
An officer was contacted by staff from the Smith Field House about a lost wallet that was recovered and left in their lost and found. The owner was contacted by phone, but they were unable to come to campus to recover the wallet. The owner stated they would try to have someone get the wallet on a specific date. The wallet was collected for safekeeping until the owner's designee can retrieve it.
Animal Problem
An officer responded to Stover Hall to rescue baby ducks from the storm drain. The ducks were removed from under the drain and reunited with their mother. No further action was taken.
Agency Assist
An officer was dispatched to Campus Drive north of the stadium for a dog running at large in the area. The officer found that the dog had attacked another dog on Provo's property. The citizen whose dog was attacked wanted the other party to be given a verbal warning. Information was collected and the other party was given a verbal warning.
Traffic Accident
An officer was dispatched to contact a complainant by phone regarding a delayed traffic accident. A BYU Golf Cart and another vehicle collided with each other in the crosswalk/intersection of Campus Ln and 900 E. No injuries were reported. The golf cart's steering was damaged, and the vehicle's front bumper and grill were damaged. The officer is still gathering pictures and information from both parties and will continue the investigation.
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An officer was contacted by staff from the Smith Field House about a lost wallet that was recovered and left in their lost and found. The owner was contacted by phone, but they were unable to come to campus to recover the wallet. The owner stated they would try to have someone get the wallet on a specific date. The wallet was collected for safekeeping until the owner's designee can retrieve it.
Animal Problem
An officer responded to Stover Hall to rescue baby ducks from the storm drain. The ducks were removed from under the drain and reunited with their mother. No further action was taken.
Agency Assist
An officer was dispatched to Campus Drive north of the stadium for a dog running at large in the area. The officer found that the dog had attacked another dog on Provo's property. The citizen whose dog was attacked wanted the other party to be given a verbal warning. Information was collected and the other party was given a verbal warning.
Traffic Accident
An officer was dispatched to contact a complainant by phone regarding a delayed traffic accident. A BYU Golf Cart and another vehicle collided with each other in the crosswalk/intersection of Campus Ln and 900 E. No injuries were reported. The golf cart's steering was damaged, and the vehicle's front bumper and grill were damaged. The officer is still gathering pictures and information from both parties and will continue the investigation.
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Police Beat • 04/30/2024
Suspicious
An officer was dispatched to lot 45 on a report of a couple having sex in a car. The officer spoke with the couple, who were consenting adults. The couple agreed to leave the area and no further action was taken.
Unconscious
An officer and Provo EMS were dispatched to South Campus Dr. on a report of an unconscious individual. EMS treated and released the patient on the scene. The officer gave the patient a ride to their residence.
Animal Problem
An officer responded to University Avenue and 1990 North on the east shoulder for a dog that was struck and killed by a northbound vehicle. The dog's owner was present and removed the animal from the scene. The dog's owner and the driver of the vehicle that struck the dog were put in contact with each other.
Welfare Check
An officer was dispatched to the Tanner Building to perform a welfare check on an adult. When the officer contacted the complainant, they advised that the individual had walked into one of the offices and was acting oddly. The subject was identified and has a history of being on campus. There was no threat or problem.
Medical
An officer was dispatched on a medical report at the Conference Center. Provo Fire responded and transported the patient to the hospital.
Suspicious
An officer was dispatched to a suspicious person at the Heritage Central Building who was reportedly following females and soliciting them. When the officers arrived, they searched the area for approximately 15 minutes and did not find a suspect matching the description given. Officers then cleared the area noting that the suspicious individual was gone on arrival. An officer later found the suspect on the south side of the Benson Building and asked them to leave the area.
Family Problem
Officers were dispatched to a possible domestic problem at Wymount Terrace. The complainant reported hearing a couple arguing. When the officers arrived, the apartment was dark inside and quiet. The officer met with the couple, who admitted to having been arguing. The argument had not turned violent, and the couple said they would be quiet. No further action was taken by the officers.
Animal Problem
An officer was dispatched to a report of a small dog running around the Creamery on Ninth East. When officers arrived, they could not find the animal until dispatch advised they could see it on camera. The officer located the animal but was unable to get to the dog before it left the area.
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An officer was dispatched to lot 45 on a report of a couple having sex in a car. The officer spoke with the couple, who were consenting adults. The couple agreed to leave the area and no further action was taken.
Unconscious
An officer and Provo EMS were dispatched to South Campus Dr. on a report of an unconscious individual. EMS treated and released the patient on the scene. The officer gave the patient a ride to their residence.
Animal Problem
An officer responded to University Avenue and 1990 North on the east shoulder for a dog that was struck and killed by a northbound vehicle. The dog's owner was present and removed the animal from the scene. The dog's owner and the driver of the vehicle that struck the dog were put in contact with each other.
Welfare Check
An officer was dispatched to the Tanner Building to perform a welfare check on an adult. When the officer contacted the complainant, they advised that the individual had walked into one of the offices and was acting oddly. The subject was identified and has a history of being on campus. There was no threat or problem.
Medical
An officer was dispatched on a medical report at the Conference Center. Provo Fire responded and transported the patient to the hospital.
Suspicious
An officer was dispatched to a suspicious person at the Heritage Central Building who was reportedly following females and soliciting them. When the officers arrived, they searched the area for approximately 15 minutes and did not find a suspect matching the description given. Officers then cleared the area noting that the suspicious individual was gone on arrival. An officer later found the suspect on the south side of the Benson Building and asked them to leave the area.
Family Problem
Officers were dispatched to a possible domestic problem at Wymount Terrace. The complainant reported hearing a couple arguing. When the officers arrived, the apartment was dark inside and quiet. The officer met with the couple, who admitted to having been arguing. The argument had not turned violent, and the couple said they would be quiet. No further action was taken by the officers.
Animal Problem
An officer was dispatched to a report of a small dog running around the Creamery on Ninth East. When officers arrived, they could not find the animal until dispatch advised they could see it on camera. The officer located the animal but was unable to get to the dog before it left the area.
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Police Beat • 04/29/2024
Citizen Contact
A concerned citizen reported losing their wallet while parked at the trailhead. The citizen asked if an officer could check the parking lot to see if the wallet was there. Officers checked the parking lot but did not find the wallet. The complainant rechecked their vehicle and discovered their wallet under the car seat.
Medical
An officer and Provo Paramedics responded to a medical report at the Jesse Knight Building. The patient was treated and released on scene.
Hit and Run
The Dispatch Center assigned an officer to contact a student by email regarding a possible hit-and-run traffic accident. The student stated that their vehicle was parked in Lot 52. The officer contacted the complainant. The case is still under investigation.
Attempt to Locate
Dispatch notified officers that a vehicle belonging to a registered sex offender came onto campus, passing an LPR. The information was for advisory purposes. Officers watched for the vehicle on campus but did not locate it.
Disorderly
Officers were dispatched to the area south of the Wilkinson Center on a report of three people skateboarding through the building. The skateboarders were not located.
Citizen Contact
An officer responded to Wymount Terrace on a report of a suspicious individual in the area. The officer contacted the complainant and another Wymount tenant and found that the individual was the tenant's father who was visiting.
Theft
An officer was dispatched to a theft report at Helman Halls. The officer contacted the complainant, who believed their guitar had been stolen. The case is under investigation.
Hit & Run
A police officer responded to May Hall for a report of a hit and run. The reporting party claimed the other driver struck the reporting party's parked vehicle. The two parties made contact with each other but after the reporting party gave their phone number to the other driver, the other driver left the scene and has not contacted the reporting party. The officer documented the scene and collected the statements of the reporting party a witness.
Civil Problem
An officer was dispatched to the Marriott Center on a report of a possible civil dispute regarding someone selling flowers between the Marriott Center and the Broadcast Building. Prior to the officer's arrival, an officer working at convocation in the Marriott Center confirmed that the individual in question was gone and no response was needed.
Suspicious
An officer responded to Budge Hall for two individuals who were gathering things out of the dumpster. The officer found existing warrants for both individuals. The officer arrested one of them with a warrant and transported the individual to Utah County Jail. Utah County advised that the subject would not be extradited and would not accept the individual. The officer brought the subject back and advised them not to come back to campus.
Theft
A student living in Heritage Halls reported a personal property theft as they moved out of their apartment. The case is under investigation.
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A concerned citizen reported losing their wallet while parked at the trailhead. The citizen asked if an officer could check the parking lot to see if the wallet was there. Officers checked the parking lot but did not find the wallet. The complainant rechecked their vehicle and discovered their wallet under the car seat.
Medical
An officer and Provo Paramedics responded to a medical report at the Jesse Knight Building. The patient was treated and released on scene.
Hit and Run
The Dispatch Center assigned an officer to contact a student by email regarding a possible hit-and-run traffic accident. The student stated that their vehicle was parked in Lot 52. The officer contacted the complainant. The case is still under investigation.
Attempt to Locate
Dispatch notified officers that a vehicle belonging to a registered sex offender came onto campus, passing an LPR. The information was for advisory purposes. Officers watched for the vehicle on campus but did not locate it.
Disorderly
Officers were dispatched to the area south of the Wilkinson Center on a report of three people skateboarding through the building. The skateboarders were not located.
Citizen Contact
An officer responded to Wymount Terrace on a report of a suspicious individual in the area. The officer contacted the complainant and another Wymount tenant and found that the individual was the tenant's father who was visiting.
Theft
An officer was dispatched to a theft report at Helman Halls. The officer contacted the complainant, who believed their guitar had been stolen. The case is under investigation.
Hit & Run
A police officer responded to May Hall for a report of a hit and run. The reporting party claimed the other driver struck the reporting party's parked vehicle. The two parties made contact with each other but after the reporting party gave their phone number to the other driver, the other driver left the scene and has not contacted the reporting party. The officer documented the scene and collected the statements of the reporting party a witness.
Civil Problem
An officer was dispatched to the Marriott Center on a report of a possible civil dispute regarding someone selling flowers between the Marriott Center and the Broadcast Building. Prior to the officer's arrival, an officer working at convocation in the Marriott Center confirmed that the individual in question was gone and no response was needed.
Suspicious
An officer responded to Budge Hall for two individuals who were gathering things out of the dumpster. The officer found existing warrants for both individuals. The officer arrested one of them with a warrant and transported the individual to Utah County Jail. Utah County advised that the subject would not be extradited and would not accept the individual. The officer brought the subject back and advised them not to come back to campus.
Theft
A student living in Heritage Halls reported a personal property theft as they moved out of their apartment. The case is under investigation.
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Police Beat • 04/26/2024
Theft
A student living in Heritage Halls reported a theft of personal property as they were moving out of their apartment. The victim stated that on April 26, 2024, at about 8:00 p.m., they placed about 10 bags or plastic totes of personal property in the main floor stairwell on the north side of the building. Security footage revealed that within about five seconds of the complainant and their friend walking out of the building's exterior door, a college-aged individual wearing a long-sleeved red shirt, blue jeans, and white Nike sneakers with the Nike symbol in black, took a white and red fingernail polish kit, a clear tote containing; a light gray bag which contained some women's clothing and a dark gray bag containing towels.
Found Property
An officer was assigned to call a BYU employee who said they found a bottle of prescription medication in the Tanner Building. The officer met with the BYU employee at the Jesse Knight Building and took custody of the medication. The officer spoke with the student whose name was on the medication label. The student identified the medication but said they did not need it and asked that it be properly disposed of. The medication was booked as a hold to be properly disposed of.
Traffic Accident
An officer responded to lot 50 on a minor accident. Driver information was exchanged between the driver and the owner of both vehicles.
Hit & Run
An officer took a hit-and-run accident report that the complainant believes happened on 4/23 or 4/24 in either lot 30 or lot 5. No camera footage was taken in Lot 30 where the vehicle was parked, and the officer did not observe a hit-and-run in Lot 5. The officer took a minor accident report for the complainant.
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A student living in Heritage Halls reported a theft of personal property as they were moving out of their apartment. The victim stated that on April 26, 2024, at about 8:00 p.m., they placed about 10 bags or plastic totes of personal property in the main floor stairwell on the north side of the building. Security footage revealed that within about five seconds of the complainant and their friend walking out of the building's exterior door, a college-aged individual wearing a long-sleeved red shirt, blue jeans, and white Nike sneakers with the Nike symbol in black, took a white and red fingernail polish kit, a clear tote containing; a light gray bag which contained some women's clothing and a dark gray bag containing towels.
Found Property
An officer was assigned to call a BYU employee who said they found a bottle of prescription medication in the Tanner Building. The officer met with the BYU employee at the Jesse Knight Building and took custody of the medication. The officer spoke with the student whose name was on the medication label. The student identified the medication but said they did not need it and asked that it be properly disposed of. The medication was booked as a hold to be properly disposed of.
Traffic Accident
An officer responded to lot 50 on a minor accident. Driver information was exchanged between the driver and the owner of both vehicles.
Hit & Run
An officer took a hit-and-run accident report that the complainant believes happened on 4/23 or 4/24 in either lot 30 or lot 5. No camera footage was taken in Lot 30 where the vehicle was parked, and the officer did not observe a hit-and-run in Lot 5. The officer took a minor accident report for the complainant.
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