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Police Beat • 08/17/2024 - 08/18/2024
Suspicious
An officer was dispatched to Heritage Halls to check on a suspicious individual who had walked into the building at the same time a female resident walked in. This person didn’t look like he belonged on campus which was concerning. Officers responded to the building but didn’t locate him. An officer called the complainant and asked for more information and received a physical description of the individual. The BYU Dispatch Center used the surveillance camera to look for the male person. The Dispatch Center located footage of the male leaving the building using a basement door and his identity is currently unknown.
Lost Property
An officer was assigned by the dispatch center to call the complainant about his lost wallet. When the officer spoke with the complainant, he said he was at the top parking lot of the Y-trailhead and that’s where he may have lost it. The officer responded to the parking lot and looked in the specific area described but did not locate the wallet. The officer informed the complainant that the wallet was not located, and it hadn’t been turned in to lost and found, or the police.
Lost Property
An officer took a report of a stolen/missing bicycle from Hinckley Hall. The officer contacted the complainant by phone and documented the incident. The officer is conducting follow up to locate the bicycle. The officer found the bike near where it was left unattended and contacted the owner who was able to pick it up.
Citizen Contact
Officers responded to a motel in Provo to assist with the return of personal property. Officers met with the owner of the property and motel management and returned the items.
Welfare Check
Officers responded to the Wilkinson Center on a welfare check. A man was making people feel uncomfortable by asking them to pray with him. Officers located the individual trying pray with employees of the bookstore. An officer contacted the man, who advised him that he wanted a bible. A bookstore employee provided the man a free copy of the scriptures, and he left campus, getting onto a UVX bus.
Welfare Check
Officers responded to Wymount Terrace regarding an apartment door that was left open. The complainant found an open door, and no one would answer which was concerning, so police were notified. The officers checked the apartment and found no one inside and nothing appeared to be disturbed. The officers exited the apartment and locked the door. The officers attempted to contact the resident by phone, but the phone numbers the officers were provided with did not work.
Theft
The BYU Investigations “Bait Bike” was stolen from Wymount Terrace and was later located around 1000 S State Street in Orem. Recently video surveillance footage of the suspect who stole the bike has been located, however, the suspect has not been identified. The bait bike was recovered; however, the lock was damaged in the theft.
Hit and Run Accident
A police officer took a report of a bicyclist that was stuck by a vehicle and the driver left the scene prior to providing any information. The bicyclist declined medical attention and left the scene. Officers are checking video surveillance on campus and taking other steps to identify the suspect. The officer was able to locate the driver of the vehicle and issued a citation.
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An officer was dispatched to Heritage Halls to check on a suspicious individual who had walked into the building at the same time a female resident walked in. This person didn’t look like he belonged on campus which was concerning. Officers responded to the building but didn’t locate him. An officer called the complainant and asked for more information and received a physical description of the individual. The BYU Dispatch Center used the surveillance camera to look for the male person. The Dispatch Center located footage of the male leaving the building using a basement door and his identity is currently unknown.
Lost Property
An officer was assigned by the dispatch center to call the complainant about his lost wallet. When the officer spoke with the complainant, he said he was at the top parking lot of the Y-trailhead and that’s where he may have lost it. The officer responded to the parking lot and looked in the specific area described but did not locate the wallet. The officer informed the complainant that the wallet was not located, and it hadn’t been turned in to lost and found, or the police.
Lost Property
An officer took a report of a stolen/missing bicycle from Hinckley Hall. The officer contacted the complainant by phone and documented the incident. The officer is conducting follow up to locate the bicycle. The officer found the bike near where it was left unattended and contacted the owner who was able to pick it up.
Citizen Contact
Officers responded to a motel in Provo to assist with the return of personal property. Officers met with the owner of the property and motel management and returned the items.
Welfare Check
Officers responded to the Wilkinson Center on a welfare check. A man was making people feel uncomfortable by asking them to pray with him. Officers located the individual trying pray with employees of the bookstore. An officer contacted the man, who advised him that he wanted a bible. A bookstore employee provided the man a free copy of the scriptures, and he left campus, getting onto a UVX bus.
Welfare Check
Officers responded to Wymount Terrace regarding an apartment door that was left open. The complainant found an open door, and no one would answer which was concerning, so police were notified. The officers checked the apartment and found no one inside and nothing appeared to be disturbed. The officers exited the apartment and locked the door. The officers attempted to contact the resident by phone, but the phone numbers the officers were provided with did not work.
Theft
The BYU Investigations “Bait Bike” was stolen from Wymount Terrace and was later located around 1000 S State Street in Orem. Recently video surveillance footage of the suspect who stole the bike has been located, however, the suspect has not been identified. The bait bike was recovered; however, the lock was damaged in the theft.
Hit and Run Accident
A police officer took a report of a bicyclist that was stuck by a vehicle and the driver left the scene prior to providing any information. The bicyclist declined medical attention and left the scene. Officers are checking video surveillance on campus and taking other steps to identify the suspect. The officer was able to locate the driver of the vehicle and issued a citation.
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Police Beat • 08/16/2024
Suspicious
A concerned person reported smelling the odor of marijuana in BYU lot 4. The complainant didn’t see anyone smoking but saw a man wearing a baseball hat with his head down sitting in a car parked in the lot. The complainant thought the odor could have been coming from that car, so they reported the suspicious vehicle to police and followed it. The man made several turns off campus into a neighborhood, but the complainant did not follow past that point. The complainant described the vehicle and gave an Idaho license plate number. The officer found the car wasn't registered on campus. Several officers checked the area but were unable to locate.
Theft
An officer took a delayed phone report of a theft of two 65” television sets from the Information Technology Building. Video surveillance of the area where the TVs were stored is no longer available as the time frame of the theft was over 30 days ago. The case has been referred to the investigations division.
Protective Order
A police officer took a delayed report of a protective order violation that occurred at the Wilkinson Student Center. The dispatcher and officer were able to locate the offender on video surveillance. The officer attempted to contact the individual at his last known address. It was discovered that this address is vacant. The officer was able to set up a time to meet with the suspect. After the officer spoke with the him, the suspect was placed under arrest and booked into the Utah County Jail for violating a protective order.
Property Damage
BYU Police were dispatched to Lot 36 for a traffic accident. Two vehicles had been involved in a minor collision while pulling out of a parking stall. One vehicle involved was owned by BYU. The drivers exchanged information and BYU Risk Management were notified.
Medical
BYU Police and Provo Fire responded to a report of a traumatic injury at the Smith Field House. The patient was treated and evaluated by the Provo Fire paramedics before he was transported to the hospital for further treatment.
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A concerned person reported smelling the odor of marijuana in BYU lot 4. The complainant didn’t see anyone smoking but saw a man wearing a baseball hat with his head down sitting in a car parked in the lot. The complainant thought the odor could have been coming from that car, so they reported the suspicious vehicle to police and followed it. The man made several turns off campus into a neighborhood, but the complainant did not follow past that point. The complainant described the vehicle and gave an Idaho license plate number. The officer found the car wasn't registered on campus. Several officers checked the area but were unable to locate.
Theft
An officer took a delayed phone report of a theft of two 65” television sets from the Information Technology Building. Video surveillance of the area where the TVs were stored is no longer available as the time frame of the theft was over 30 days ago. The case has been referred to the investigations division.
Protective Order
A police officer took a delayed report of a protective order violation that occurred at the Wilkinson Student Center. The dispatcher and officer were able to locate the offender on video surveillance. The officer attempted to contact the individual at his last known address. It was discovered that this address is vacant. The officer was able to set up a time to meet with the suspect. After the officer spoke with the him, the suspect was placed under arrest and booked into the Utah County Jail for violating a protective order.
Property Damage
BYU Police were dispatched to Lot 36 for a traffic accident. Two vehicles had been involved in a minor collision while pulling out of a parking stall. One vehicle involved was owned by BYU. The drivers exchanged information and BYU Risk Management were notified.
Medical
BYU Police and Provo Fire responded to a report of a traumatic injury at the Smith Field House. The patient was treated and evaluated by the Provo Fire paramedics before he was transported to the hospital for further treatment.
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Police Beat • 08/15/2024
Suspicious
Officers responded to the area of Helaman Halls near Canyon Road for a report of a suspicious person walking down the sidewalk. Officers did extra patrol in the area but didn’t locate the person.
Welfare Check
An officer was dispatched to a welfare check near the Maeser Hill trail. Dispatch advised that a female student initiated a safe walk, and then got disconnected from them. The officer could not locate the female, so dispatch was requested to contact the family to see if the female could be reached. Officers contacted the family, which verified she was safe.
Theft
An Officer was dispatched to Wymount Terrace for a report of a missing bike. The Officer contacted the owner who believes the bike was taken earlier this month. There are no cameras located in that area of the complex. This case is currently under investigation.
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Officers responded to the area of Helaman Halls near Canyon Road for a report of a suspicious person walking down the sidewalk. Officers did extra patrol in the area but didn’t locate the person.
Welfare Check
An officer was dispatched to a welfare check near the Maeser Hill trail. Dispatch advised that a female student initiated a safe walk, and then got disconnected from them. The officer could not locate the female, so dispatch was requested to contact the family to see if the female could be reached. Officers contacted the family, which verified she was safe.
Theft
An Officer was dispatched to Wymount Terrace for a report of a missing bike. The Officer contacted the owner who believes the bike was taken earlier this month. There are no cameras located in that area of the complex. This case is currently under investigation.
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Police Beat • 08/14/2024
Attempt to Locate (LPR)
An officer was dispatched to University Laundry Building for an attempt to locate a suspect vehicle involved in a prior theft at the Creamery on Ninth. The vehicle was picked up by the license plate reader camera near that location. Officers responded to check the area, but were unable to find the blue Chevrolet S10 pick up. The theft occurred back in January.
Lockout
An officer was dispatched to a lockout at Heritage Halls. Prior to the officer's arrival, dispatch confirmed the requesting party was in fact a resident of the apartment. The complainant is a student and she accidentally locked herself out of her apartment. Officer arrived and opened the door with the Heritage master keys.
Theft
Report of a missing bike at Wymount Terrace. The officer contacted the owner of bike who believes it was taken earlier this month. The bike may have been impounded at the request of housing. Case is under investigation.
Robbery Alarm
Officers responded to a panic/robbery alarm at the student health center pharmacy. Officers secured the scene and made contact with staff who advised of a possible equipment problem. The alarm company was notified with a disposition of what happened. No other suspicious activity found.
Lockout
Students locked themselves out of their apartment at Wymount. Officers verified through dispatch that the complainant was on the housing roster. Officer used the master key to unlock the door.
Welfare Check
An officer was dispatched to a welfare check at the Maeser Hill trail. Dispatch said a student initiated of a safe walk and the call was disconnected. Officers were requested to check the area and were unable to locate the female. However, dispatch was requested to contact family to see if she could be located. Officers were able to make contact with family and verified the female was safe. It was discovered the student was having problems with her phone.
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An officer was dispatched to University Laundry Building for an attempt to locate a suspect vehicle involved in a prior theft at the Creamery on Ninth. The vehicle was picked up by the license plate reader camera near that location. Officers responded to check the area, but were unable to find the blue Chevrolet S10 pick up. The theft occurred back in January.
Lockout
An officer was dispatched to a lockout at Heritage Halls. Prior to the officer's arrival, dispatch confirmed the requesting party was in fact a resident of the apartment. The complainant is a student and she accidentally locked herself out of her apartment. Officer arrived and opened the door with the Heritage master keys.
Theft
Report of a missing bike at Wymount Terrace. The officer contacted the owner of bike who believes it was taken earlier this month. The bike may have been impounded at the request of housing. Case is under investigation.
Robbery Alarm
Officers responded to a panic/robbery alarm at the student health center pharmacy. Officers secured the scene and made contact with staff who advised of a possible equipment problem. The alarm company was notified with a disposition of what happened. No other suspicious activity found.
Lockout
Students locked themselves out of their apartment at Wymount. Officers verified through dispatch that the complainant was on the housing roster. Officer used the master key to unlock the door.
Welfare Check
An officer was dispatched to a welfare check at the Maeser Hill trail. Dispatch said a student initiated of a safe walk and the call was disconnected. Officers were requested to check the area and were unable to locate the female. However, dispatch was requested to contact family to see if she could be located. Officers were able to make contact with family and verified the female was safe. It was discovered the student was having problems with her phone.
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Police Beat • 08/13/2024
Unconscious
EMS and officers responded to Cougareat for a report of an employee who needed medical attention. The patient was treated by EMS and released on scene.
Threatening
A previous BYU athlete responded to the SAB Student Athlete Building to meet with the Athletic Director. After several hours of discussion, the athlete was given a ride off campus to a hotel. The athlete was served a ban letter the following day.
CO/Fire Alarm
An officer was dispatched to a Wymount Terrace apartment to assist Provo Fire with a possible carbon monoxide alarm. When the officer arrived, the resident stated the alarm on the ceiling of the master bedroom sounded twice in the last two hours. Provo Fire and BYU Housing arrived on the scene. They each tested the area with a carbon monoxide meter for the presence of CO gas, but neither found any measurable amount. Provo Fire spoke with the resident and they were able to return to their apartment.
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EMS and officers responded to Cougareat for a report of an employee who needed medical attention. The patient was treated by EMS and released on scene.
Threatening
A previous BYU athlete responded to the SAB Student Athlete Building to meet with the Athletic Director. After several hours of discussion, the athlete was given a ride off campus to a hotel. The athlete was served a ban letter the following day.
CO/Fire Alarm
An officer was dispatched to a Wymount Terrace apartment to assist Provo Fire with a possible carbon monoxide alarm. When the officer arrived, the resident stated the alarm on the ceiling of the master bedroom sounded twice in the last two hours. Provo Fire and BYU Housing arrived on the scene. They each tested the area with a carbon monoxide meter for the presence of CO gas, but neither found any measurable amount. Provo Fire spoke with the resident and they were able to return to their apartment.
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Police Beat • 08/10/2024 - 08/12/2024
NOTE
On Saturday 08/10/24 at approximately 0800 hours the bait bike was stolen and recovered in the area of 800 South State Street in Orem. The bike was stolen from Wymount Terrace in an area where there are no security cameras. It is unknown who may have taken the bike, no arrests have been made at this time.
Information
An FSY coordinator contacted police believing his vehicle had been stolen from Lot 20. An officer was able to locate the car which was parked in front of the Marriott Center. The reporting party was advised and the case was closed. It appears the vehicle may have been moved because of the paving project in the area.
Suspicious
Officers responded to the Wyview regarding a suspicious vehicle in the parking lot. Officers made contact with the occupants of the vehicle. The occupants explained that they were just talking before dropping off one of the occupants at their sister’s home in the complex. The subjects provided their identification and both were found to be adults. The Officer explained that they were making residents nervous due to their loud exhaust and sitting in the parking lot, and not in a parking stall. The subjects advised they would leave the area.
Juvenile Problem
An officer was dispatched to Heritage to check on four teenage boys who were skateboarding. The FSY Coordinator stated he did not think the individuals were part of FSY and were being too loud outside of the housing units. When officers arrived, they patrolled the area looking for the individuals but were unable to locate them.
Sex Offense
BYU Police responded to the Marriot Center on a report of a sexual assault. The officer spoke with the victim, who reported that a juvenile male had touched her buttocks and made a comment. The officer contacted the parents of the juvenile male, and his mother responded to the station. The officer spoke with the juvenile and his mom at the police department, and the he denied doing what he was accused of. The victim advised that she did not wish to pursue any charges. The case will be reviewed by the investigations division.
Theft
A police officer took a delayed theft report. The complainant reported that his unsecured bike trailer had been stolen sometime in the past two weeks. The officer gathered the identifying information of the trailer and filed a report. This is an active investigation.
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On Saturday 08/10/24 at approximately 0800 hours the bait bike was stolen and recovered in the area of 800 South State Street in Orem. The bike was stolen from Wymount Terrace in an area where there are no security cameras. It is unknown who may have taken the bike, no arrests have been made at this time.
Information
An FSY coordinator contacted police believing his vehicle had been stolen from Lot 20. An officer was able to locate the car which was parked in front of the Marriott Center. The reporting party was advised and the case was closed. It appears the vehicle may have been moved because of the paving project in the area.
Suspicious
Officers responded to the Wyview regarding a suspicious vehicle in the parking lot. Officers made contact with the occupants of the vehicle. The occupants explained that they were just talking before dropping off one of the occupants at their sister’s home in the complex. The subjects provided their identification and both were found to be adults. The Officer explained that they were making residents nervous due to their loud exhaust and sitting in the parking lot, and not in a parking stall. The subjects advised they would leave the area.
Juvenile Problem
An officer was dispatched to Heritage to check on four teenage boys who were skateboarding. The FSY Coordinator stated he did not think the individuals were part of FSY and were being too loud outside of the housing units. When officers arrived, they patrolled the area looking for the individuals but were unable to locate them.
Sex Offense
BYU Police responded to the Marriot Center on a report of a sexual assault. The officer spoke with the victim, who reported that a juvenile male had touched her buttocks and made a comment. The officer contacted the parents of the juvenile male, and his mother responded to the station. The officer spoke with the juvenile and his mom at the police department, and the he denied doing what he was accused of. The victim advised that she did not wish to pursue any charges. The case will be reviewed by the investigations division.
Theft
A police officer took a delayed theft report. The complainant reported that his unsecured bike trailer had been stolen sometime in the past two weeks. The officer gathered the identifying information of the trailer and filed a report. This is an active investigation.
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Police Beat • 08/09/2024
Traffic Offense
Security officers observed a white Toyota Tacoma doing "donuts" in the parking lot. There was a 45 minute time lapse, and by the time it was reported, security had found the vehicle and watched the occupants enter a dorm nearby. The officer attempted phone contact with the vehicles owner; however, there was no answer. The officer left a text message and a BYU business card on the truck advising the owner she needed to contact the officer about this incident.
Welfare Check
An officer received a call regarding a welfare check on a juvenile attending FSY. The complainant advised that his daughter had received a message via Snap Chat stating, "I’ve got your brother” who is also attending FSY. The complainant was unable to make contact with his son. The officer made contact with an FSY counselor and was able to locate the young man who then called his parents. It was determined that the message was a prank and would be dealt with by the complainant.
Property Damage
On 08/08/24, an Officer was dispatched to Lot #27 on a report of property damage. The Officer made contact with the complainant who said his driver’s side window was broken. The Officer was able to watch the video surveillance of the incident and there was no one in the area of the vehicle when the window broke. It is unclear what caused it to break possibly the heat.
Sex Offense
BYU Police were dispatched to a delayed sex offense that occurred on the BYU campus. The victim reported she had been inappropriately touched and had been receiving unwanted sexual advances. Both the victim and the suspect are juvenile females who are attending FSY on campus. An officer gathered details on the incident and forwarded this case to the investigations division.
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Security officers observed a white Toyota Tacoma doing "donuts" in the parking lot. There was a 45 minute time lapse, and by the time it was reported, security had found the vehicle and watched the occupants enter a dorm nearby. The officer attempted phone contact with the vehicles owner; however, there was no answer. The officer left a text message and a BYU business card on the truck advising the owner she needed to contact the officer about this incident.
Welfare Check
An officer received a call regarding a welfare check on a juvenile attending FSY. The complainant advised that his daughter had received a message via Snap Chat stating, "I’ve got your brother” who is also attending FSY. The complainant was unable to make contact with his son. The officer made contact with an FSY counselor and was able to locate the young man who then called his parents. It was determined that the message was a prank and would be dealt with by the complainant.
Property Damage
On 08/08/24, an Officer was dispatched to Lot #27 on a report of property damage. The Officer made contact with the complainant who said his driver’s side window was broken. The Officer was able to watch the video surveillance of the incident and there was no one in the area of the vehicle when the window broke. It is unclear what caused it to break possibly the heat.
Sex Offense
BYU Police were dispatched to a delayed sex offense that occurred on the BYU campus. The victim reported she had been inappropriately touched and had been receiving unwanted sexual advances. Both the victim and the suspect are juvenile females who are attending FSY on campus. An officer gathered details on the incident and forwarded this case to the investigations division.
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Police Beat • 08/07/2024
Trauma
An officer responded to the walkway south of the Bell Tower where an FSY student had a shoulder injury that he believed was a broken collarbone. Provo Fire and EMS responded and assessed the FSY individual. The FSY counselor contacted his parents, and he was transported to the Utah Valley Hospital by Provo EMS for further treatment.
Harassment
An FSY student said he felt harassed after another boy had taken pictures of him while he was using the toilet. The other individuals involved threatened to share the pictures and video on social media. The boys are friends, and the victim didn't want any action taken against the other juveniles. The incident was resolved by the officer on scene and parents were notified. The case will be reviewed by investigations.
Traffic Accident Follow up
A vehicle was damaged in a previous collision and had to be towed. The driver of Vehicle was not with the vehicle. When the tow truck driver moved other vehicles, the vehicle started to roll away and hit an air conditioning unit. A supplement report was attached to the original report.
Traffic Accident
Provo Police officers were responding to assist with a foot pursuit in Provo's jurisdiction. Three Provo Police officers had arrived and another officer was driving too fast and couldn't stop and hit one of the patrol cars, which then pushed it into two more police vehicles. Provo Police asked BYU Police to assist with the accident investigation.
Information JKB
An officer made telephone contact with a professor at BYU who had received a concerning letter addressed to his office. The letter pertains to an ongoing problem with an adult male who has been stalking his adult daughter. The letter contains three pages of information requesting him to give a phone number and address for his daughter. This case is related to a Provo Police case and will be referred to their case as an information report. The case is being investigated by Provo Police.
Trespassing
Officers were dispatched to the North University Fields for a report of two males trespassing. Officers met with the individuals who agreed to leave the field. Officers told them how to get permission to play on the fields. Officers also educated them on which BYU fields are accessible for BYU students to use without being scheduled in advance.
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An officer responded to the walkway south of the Bell Tower where an FSY student had a shoulder injury that he believed was a broken collarbone. Provo Fire and EMS responded and assessed the FSY individual. The FSY counselor contacted his parents, and he was transported to the Utah Valley Hospital by Provo EMS for further treatment.
Harassment
An FSY student said he felt harassed after another boy had taken pictures of him while he was using the toilet. The other individuals involved threatened to share the pictures and video on social media. The boys are friends, and the victim didn't want any action taken against the other juveniles. The incident was resolved by the officer on scene and parents were notified. The case will be reviewed by investigations.
Traffic Accident Follow up
A vehicle was damaged in a previous collision and had to be towed. The driver of Vehicle was not with the vehicle. When the tow truck driver moved other vehicles, the vehicle started to roll away and hit an air conditioning unit. A supplement report was attached to the original report.
Traffic Accident
Provo Police officers were responding to assist with a foot pursuit in Provo's jurisdiction. Three Provo Police officers had arrived and another officer was driving too fast and couldn't stop and hit one of the patrol cars, which then pushed it into two more police vehicles. Provo Police asked BYU Police to assist with the accident investigation.
Information JKB
An officer made telephone contact with a professor at BYU who had received a concerning letter addressed to his office. The letter pertains to an ongoing problem with an adult male who has been stalking his adult daughter. The letter contains three pages of information requesting him to give a phone number and address for his daughter. This case is related to a Provo Police case and will be referred to their case as an information report. The case is being investigated by Provo Police.
Trespassing
Officers were dispatched to the North University Fields for a report of two males trespassing. Officers met with the individuals who agreed to leave the field. Officers told them how to get permission to play on the fields. Officers also educated them on which BYU fields are accessible for BYU students to use without being scheduled in advance.
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Police Beat • 08/05/2024 - 08/06/2024
Criminal Mischief
Officers observed some graffiti on a gazebo on Maeser Hill trail. The officer took the report and contacted the paint shop for removal.
Trespassing
An adult male who was banned from BYU campus was seen exiting the Harold B. Lee Library security staff. This occurred as the library was closing. The call was delayed about 20 minutes when the BYU police were notified. BYU police did extra patrol in the area, and could not locate him.
Traffic Accident
An Officer responded to Lot 45 on a non-reportable accident. The Officer took the report and the drivers exchanged information. Very minor accident.
Medical
An officer was dispatched to the MTC for a medical assist of a male having difficulty breathing. The officer arrived with Provo Fire. Paramedics evaluated the male and transported him to Utah Valley Hospital for further evaluation and treatment.
Property Damage
An Officer contacted the complainant who reported that the water fountain in the JFSB was possibly damaged by a criminal conduct. The Officer reviewed video footage of the area, and could only observe the drinking fountain in a door window reflection after it got dark. The Officer found no proof of criminal mischief. Additional video will be reviewed.
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Officers observed some graffiti on a gazebo on Maeser Hill trail. The officer took the report and contacted the paint shop for removal.
Trespassing
An adult male who was banned from BYU campus was seen exiting the Harold B. Lee Library security staff. This occurred as the library was closing. The call was delayed about 20 minutes when the BYU police were notified. BYU police did extra patrol in the area, and could not locate him.
Traffic Accident
An Officer responded to Lot 45 on a non-reportable accident. The Officer took the report and the drivers exchanged information. Very minor accident.
Medical
An officer was dispatched to the MTC for a medical assist of a male having difficulty breathing. The officer arrived with Provo Fire. Paramedics evaluated the male and transported him to Utah Valley Hospital for further evaluation and treatment.
Property Damage
An Officer contacted the complainant who reported that the water fountain in the JFSB was possibly damaged by a criminal conduct. The Officer reviewed video footage of the area, and could only observe the drinking fountain in a door window reflection after it got dark. The Officer found no proof of criminal mischief. Additional video will be reviewed.
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Police Beat • 08/03/2024 - 08/04/2024
Lost Property
A police officer took a delayed report of a theft of a backpack that contained IDs, bank cards, and other personal items. The bag was taken sometime the prior day from Brigham Square near the Harold B. Lee Library. The reporting party had already checked multiple lost and found locations.
Citizen Contact
Police officers responded to Haws field after the BYU women's soccer coach reported an unauthorized group of male athletes were on the field during their practice time. The coach reported that the individuals had already been told to leave. Officers arrived and made contact with the group. An officer also spoke with the men's soccer team coach who verified that the players were on the men's soccer team and that he had given the players authorization to play on the field that day. The men's soccer coach said he would contact the women's soccer coach to resolve further problems.
Accident
An officer was dispatched to a delayed traffic accident in Lot #41. The Officer gathered the needed information and completed a driver's exchange form which he provided to both driver's. The accident caused minor damage and was determined to be non-reportable.
Welfare Check
An officer was dispatched to the Jesse Knight Building to speak with a student who was reportedly experiencing feelings of self-harm. When the officer arrived, the student asked for a ride to the Wasatch Behavioral Intake Center in Provo. The student stated she had not engaged in self-harm and was not suicidal, but she did have feelings of self-harm and wanted to work through them at Wasatch Behavioral. The officer transported the student to Wasatch Behavioral without incident. At about 2:30 a.m., Wasatch Behavioral called and asked the officer to pick the student up and transport her back to her Heritage Halls apartment. The officer responded to Wasatch Behavioral and transported the student to Heritage Halls.
Gas Smell Alarm
An officer was dispatched to a Wymount Terrace apartment to assist Provo Fire with a report of a natural gas odor. Provo Fire arrived and checked the area with Carbon Monoxide meter. No measurable amount of natural gas was indicated in the apartment. BYU Risk Management was contacted to investigate along with housing.
Custody Issue
The complainant requested an Officer stand by to keep the peace when his ex-wife came over in an attempt to pick up their child. There was an extended visitation; however, the ex-wife didn't want to follow the order. The complainant said she had agreed to let him keep the child until school started the following week. She never showed up to the apartment and the complainant was advised to contact police if further problems arise.
Smoke/CO Alarm
An officer was dispatched to Wyview on a CO alarm. The complainant told dispatch they didn't have any any medical issues and did not know the cause of the alarm. The alarm was silenced and Provo Fire Department responded to assist. The Carbon Monoxide meter read up to 100 ppm inside the apartment, so the fire department called Dominion Energy to have them respond. Housing and Risk management were also summoned to work on resolving the issue.
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A police officer took a delayed report of a theft of a backpack that contained IDs, bank cards, and other personal items. The bag was taken sometime the prior day from Brigham Square near the Harold B. Lee Library. The reporting party had already checked multiple lost and found locations.
Citizen Contact
Police officers responded to Haws field after the BYU women's soccer coach reported an unauthorized group of male athletes were on the field during their practice time. The coach reported that the individuals had already been told to leave. Officers arrived and made contact with the group. An officer also spoke with the men's soccer team coach who verified that the players were on the men's soccer team and that he had given the players authorization to play on the field that day. The men's soccer coach said he would contact the women's soccer coach to resolve further problems.
Accident
An officer was dispatched to a delayed traffic accident in Lot #41. The Officer gathered the needed information and completed a driver's exchange form which he provided to both driver's. The accident caused minor damage and was determined to be non-reportable.
Welfare Check
An officer was dispatched to the Jesse Knight Building to speak with a student who was reportedly experiencing feelings of self-harm. When the officer arrived, the student asked for a ride to the Wasatch Behavioral Intake Center in Provo. The student stated she had not engaged in self-harm and was not suicidal, but she did have feelings of self-harm and wanted to work through them at Wasatch Behavioral. The officer transported the student to Wasatch Behavioral without incident. At about 2:30 a.m., Wasatch Behavioral called and asked the officer to pick the student up and transport her back to her Heritage Halls apartment. The officer responded to Wasatch Behavioral and transported the student to Heritage Halls.
Gas Smell Alarm
An officer was dispatched to a Wymount Terrace apartment to assist Provo Fire with a report of a natural gas odor. Provo Fire arrived and checked the area with Carbon Monoxide meter. No measurable amount of natural gas was indicated in the apartment. BYU Risk Management was contacted to investigate along with housing.
Custody Issue
The complainant requested an Officer stand by to keep the peace when his ex-wife came over in an attempt to pick up their child. There was an extended visitation; however, the ex-wife didn't want to follow the order. The complainant said she had agreed to let him keep the child until school started the following week. She never showed up to the apartment and the complainant was advised to contact police if further problems arise.
Smoke/CO Alarm
An officer was dispatched to Wyview on a CO alarm. The complainant told dispatch they didn't have any any medical issues and did not know the cause of the alarm. The alarm was silenced and Provo Fire Department responded to assist. The Carbon Monoxide meter read up to 100 ppm inside the apartment, so the fire department called Dominion Energy to have them respond. Housing and Risk management were also summoned to work on resolving the issue.
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Police Beat • 08/02/2024
Smell of Gas
Officer responded to Wyview #23 on a report of a gas smell inside a residence. The Officer, BYU EMS, and Provo Fire responded and made contact with the resident. The resident advised they had been gone for a few hours and when they returned the residence had a strong odor of natural gas. Provo Fire checked the residence with a Carbon Monoxide meter and received no reading. The resident had opened all the windows and left the door open. BYU Risk Management was also contacted, and the Officer stayed at the residence until they arrived.
Found Property
Officer was advised of a found wallet at the Smith Field House. The Officer was able to find a BYU identification in the wallet. The Officer was able to make contact with the owner who lives at Helaman Halls. The wallet was returned to the owner. The owner reported nothing missing from the wallet.
Fire Alarm
An officer was dispatched to Helaman Halls, to check on a smoke alarm. When the officer arrived, an audible fire alarm was sounding throughout the building. There was no smoke or flame in or around the dorm in question. The alarm was silenced, but an audible alarm inside the dorm continued to sound. The BYU Electric Shop was informed of the information and they responded to reset the alarm.
Juvenile Problem
An officer was dispatched to Heritage Halls, Building 16. The complainant, a counselor for the Strength of Youth ("FSY") reported three individuals walking in the area who did not seem to be FSY attendees. The complainant stated each was wearing a hoodie sweater (one blue, one white and one gray). When the officer arrived in the area, he located and spoke with the three individuals. Their clothing description matched the description given by the complainant. The individuals were identified as current BYU students. The officer spoke with the complainant and provided updated information to him. them. The students lived there.
Suspicious Circumstance
A BYU Officer was asked to contact the complainant who was an employee for FSY regarding a delayed sex offense. The Officer discovered an individual had taken a photograph of the victim while in the shower. The Officer was able to make contact with the victims parents who had also been in contact with their son. The parents said their son told them the situation was a practical joke and they did not want to have the police department investigate the situation at this time. This information was passed on to the complainant. The case was referred to investigation for follow up.
Welfare Check
A report of a man in the creek near the bell tower. Police responded and contacted he individual who was found to be a grounds employee cleaning trash out of the water way.
Sex Assault
An FSY counselor reported that a 17-year-old male participant grabbed the buttocks (over the clothing) of a younger female camp attendee. The victim and the victim's parents did not wish to pursue the case. The case was referred to investigations.
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Officer responded to Wyview #23 on a report of a gas smell inside a residence. The Officer, BYU EMS, and Provo Fire responded and made contact with the resident. The resident advised they had been gone for a few hours and when they returned the residence had a strong odor of natural gas. Provo Fire checked the residence with a Carbon Monoxide meter and received no reading. The resident had opened all the windows and left the door open. BYU Risk Management was also contacted, and the Officer stayed at the residence until they arrived.
Found Property
Officer was advised of a found wallet at the Smith Field House. The Officer was able to find a BYU identification in the wallet. The Officer was able to make contact with the owner who lives at Helaman Halls. The wallet was returned to the owner. The owner reported nothing missing from the wallet.
Fire Alarm
An officer was dispatched to Helaman Halls, to check on a smoke alarm. When the officer arrived, an audible fire alarm was sounding throughout the building. There was no smoke or flame in or around the dorm in question. The alarm was silenced, but an audible alarm inside the dorm continued to sound. The BYU Electric Shop was informed of the information and they responded to reset the alarm.
Juvenile Problem
An officer was dispatched to Heritage Halls, Building 16. The complainant, a counselor for the Strength of Youth ("FSY") reported three individuals walking in the area who did not seem to be FSY attendees. The complainant stated each was wearing a hoodie sweater (one blue, one white and one gray). When the officer arrived in the area, he located and spoke with the three individuals. Their clothing description matched the description given by the complainant. The individuals were identified as current BYU students. The officer spoke with the complainant and provided updated information to him. them. The students lived there.
Suspicious Circumstance
A BYU Officer was asked to contact the complainant who was an employee for FSY regarding a delayed sex offense. The Officer discovered an individual had taken a photograph of the victim while in the shower. The Officer was able to make contact with the victims parents who had also been in contact with their son. The parents said their son told them the situation was a practical joke and they did not want to have the police department investigate the situation at this time. This information was passed on to the complainant. The case was referred to investigation for follow up.
Welfare Check
A report of a man in the creek near the bell tower. Police responded and contacted he individual who was found to be a grounds employee cleaning trash out of the water way.
Sex Assault
An FSY counselor reported that a 17-year-old male participant grabbed the buttocks (over the clothing) of a younger female camp attendee. The victim and the victim's parents did not wish to pursue the case. The case was referred to investigations.
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Police Beat • 08/01/24
Medical
An officer responded to the Harmon Conference Center field to a medical call. It was reported that an FSY participant was having a seizure. Upon arrival, FSY staff stated that it was a panic attack and not a seizure. The FSY participant stated that this happened yesterday as well. FSY stated they called the patient’s parents before the officer's arrival and the parents did not want their child transported by ambulance. Provo EMS responded and treated the patient then released them.
Suspicious
Two officers were dispatched to the area west of the UPB on a report of a suspicious individual hanging around the parking lot and looking into vehicles. The officers located the described suspect and identified them as an employee with Dining Services. In talking with the employee, they gave a reasonable explanation that removed any suspicion of illegal activity. No other police action was necessary.
Medical
An officer responded to the east side of the HRCB for a medical report of an FSY participant who continued to pass out. When the officer arrived, Provo Fire was on the scene with BYU EMS. An FSY Medical Counselor contacted the patient's parent. Provo Fire checked the patient and medically cleared them. The patient was taken to the BYU EMS Office to wait for a parent to respond.
Medical
An officer was dispatched for a medical report at the LSB. The complainant advised dispatch that they would transport the patient by private vehicle. The complainant left the scene before EMS or the officer arrived.
Accident – Property Damage
An officer responded to the intersection of 450 East University Pkwy regarding a traffic accident that involved two vehicles. The officer met with both drivers, completed a driver exchange form, and provided each driver with a copy.
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An officer responded to the Harmon Conference Center field to a medical call. It was reported that an FSY participant was having a seizure. Upon arrival, FSY staff stated that it was a panic attack and not a seizure. The FSY participant stated that this happened yesterday as well. FSY stated they called the patient’s parents before the officer's arrival and the parents did not want their child transported by ambulance. Provo EMS responded and treated the patient then released them.
Suspicious
Two officers were dispatched to the area west of the UPB on a report of a suspicious individual hanging around the parking lot and looking into vehicles. The officers located the described suspect and identified them as an employee with Dining Services. In talking with the employee, they gave a reasonable explanation that removed any suspicion of illegal activity. No other police action was necessary.
Medical
An officer responded to the east side of the HRCB for a medical report of an FSY participant who continued to pass out. When the officer arrived, Provo Fire was on the scene with BYU EMS. An FSY Medical Counselor contacted the patient's parent. Provo Fire checked the patient and medically cleared them. The patient was taken to the BYU EMS Office to wait for a parent to respond.
Medical
An officer was dispatched for a medical report at the LSB. The complainant advised dispatch that they would transport the patient by private vehicle. The complainant left the scene before EMS or the officer arrived.
Accident – Property Damage
An officer responded to the intersection of 450 East University Pkwy regarding a traffic accident that involved two vehicles. The officer met with both drivers, completed a driver exchange form, and provided each driver with a copy.
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Police Beat • 07/31/2024
Welfare Check
An officer was dispatched to a welfare check in Lot 39. A silver-colored vehicle was driving around the parking lot at 0130 hours stopping at different locations for approximately 45 minutes. The complainant thought this was unusual and called police. Officers arrived and checked on the driver and occupant and found they were both BYU students. When questioned about their activity, they said they were just talking. Earlier in the evening both said they were involved in intramural sports at the Richards Building.
Medical
Officer responded to the Marriott Center for a medical call. An FSY participant who was reported to be having a seizure. Upon arrival the officer was informed she was was having a panic attack and suffers from anxiety. Provo Fire treated and released her back to her group activity. The girls FSY counselor was informed and was going to contact her parents.
Medical
A BYU officer, BYU EMS, and Provo Fire responded to the MTC on a patient who was having difficulty breathing. The patient was an FSY participant. The patient has a seizure disorder. BYU EMS and Provo Fire medically cleared the participant, and the patient was allowed to continue with FSY.
Medical
An officer responded to Heritage Halls Building 10 on an FSY student who had collapsed. BYU EMS responded and checked the individual and medically cleared and released the patient to continue to participate with FSY.
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An officer was dispatched to a welfare check in Lot 39. A silver-colored vehicle was driving around the parking lot at 0130 hours stopping at different locations for approximately 45 minutes. The complainant thought this was unusual and called police. Officers arrived and checked on the driver and occupant and found they were both BYU students. When questioned about their activity, they said they were just talking. Earlier in the evening both said they were involved in intramural sports at the Richards Building.
Medical
Officer responded to the Marriott Center for a medical call. An FSY participant who was reported to be having a seizure. Upon arrival the officer was informed she was was having a panic attack and suffers from anxiety. Provo Fire treated and released her back to her group activity. The girls FSY counselor was informed and was going to contact her parents.
Medical
A BYU officer, BYU EMS, and Provo Fire responded to the MTC on a patient who was having difficulty breathing. The patient was an FSY participant. The patient has a seizure disorder. BYU EMS and Provo Fire medically cleared the participant, and the patient was allowed to continue with FSY.
Medical
An officer responded to Heritage Halls Building 10 on an FSY student who had collapsed. BYU EMS responded and checked the individual and medically cleared and released the patient to continue to participate with FSY.
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Police Beat • 07/30/2024
Medical
An Officer was dispatched to Helaman Halls on a report of a 14-year-old FSY student who had passed out. Provo and BYU EMS also responded to the scene and were assessing the patient when the Officer arrived. The patient told the medics she had been sitting against a tree on the grass and was feeling anxious and overwhelmed when she suddenly passed out. An FSY counselor was with her and called for a medical response. Provo EMS completed an assessment and determined there was no need for further medical attention and left the patient in the care of BYU EMS and FSY counselors.
Medical
An Officer was dispatched to Heritage Halls on a report of a 16-year-old FSY student who had been feeling faint and nearly passed out. The Officer arrived first and found the patient was feeling better and talking with FSY counselors. Provo and BYU EMS arrived on the scene and completed an assessment of the patient, determining there was no need for further medical attention. The FSY counselor contacted the patient's parents and advised them of the situation.
Theft
The officer responded to a possible delayed theft of an FSY participant's money and AirPods. The complainant had a worker overhear a conversation between the FSY participant and their parents stating that they were missing money and AirPods. The Complainant believed they knew who the suspect was, however; they couldn't find a victim. This case was referred to investigations for follow up.
Trespassing
A homeless individual was loitering at the Miller Sports Park on BYU Campus. The male had no legitimate reason to be on campus today. Officers asked the individual to leave and he complied.
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An Officer was dispatched to Helaman Halls on a report of a 14-year-old FSY student who had passed out. Provo and BYU EMS also responded to the scene and were assessing the patient when the Officer arrived. The patient told the medics she had been sitting against a tree on the grass and was feeling anxious and overwhelmed when she suddenly passed out. An FSY counselor was with her and called for a medical response. Provo EMS completed an assessment and determined there was no need for further medical attention and left the patient in the care of BYU EMS and FSY counselors.
Medical
An Officer was dispatched to Heritage Halls on a report of a 16-year-old FSY student who had been feeling faint and nearly passed out. The Officer arrived first and found the patient was feeling better and talking with FSY counselors. Provo and BYU EMS arrived on the scene and completed an assessment of the patient, determining there was no need for further medical attention. The FSY counselor contacted the patient's parents and advised them of the situation.
Theft
The officer responded to a possible delayed theft of an FSY participant's money and AirPods. The complainant had a worker overhear a conversation between the FSY participant and their parents stating that they were missing money and AirPods. The Complainant believed they knew who the suspect was, however; they couldn't find a victim. This case was referred to investigations for follow up.
Trespassing
A homeless individual was loitering at the Miller Sports Park on BYU Campus. The male had no legitimate reason to be on campus today. Officers asked the individual to leave and he complied.
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Police Beat • 7/26/24 - 7/29/24
Welfare Check
An officer responded to a welfare check in Lot 39. At 0130, a silver-colored vehicle was driving around the parking lot, stopping at different locations for approximately 45 minutes. The complainant thought this was unusual and called the police. Officers arrived, checked on the driver and occupant, and found they were both BYU students. When questioned about their activity, they said they were talking. Earlier in the evening, both said they were involved in intramural sports at the Richards Building.
Medical
An officer responded to the Marriott Center for the report of an FSY participant who appeared to be having a seizure. The officer found that an FSY counselor was having a panic attack and that they suffered from anxiety. They were sitting up and talking to FSY EMTs. Provo Fire arrived, treated, and released the patient.
Medical
A BYU officer, BYU EMS, and Provo Fire responded to the MTC for a patient with difficulty breathing. The patient was an FSY participant with a seizure disorder. BYU EMS and Provo Fire medically cleared the participant and were allowed to continue participating in FSY.
Medical
An officer responded to Heritage Halls Building 10 for an FSY participant who had collapsed. BYU EMS responded and evaluated the participant, medically cleared, and released the participant to continue in FSY.
Medical
An officer responded to Helaman, Jay Hall, on a report of a 14-year-old FSY student who had passed out but was later conscious and doing better. Provo and BYU EMS responded to the scene first and assessed the patient when the officer arrived. The patient told the medics that they had been sitting against a tree on the grass and were feeling anxious and overwhelmed when they suddenly passed out. An FSY counselor was with them and called for a medical response. Provo EMS completed an assessment and determined no need for further medical attention. They left the patient in the care of BYU EMS and FSY counselors. FSY counselors contacted the patient's parents and informed them of the situation.
Medical
An officer responded to Heritage Halls Building 16 on a report of a 16-year-old FSY student who had been feeling faint and nearly passed out. The officer arrived first and found the patient was feeling better and talking with FSY counselors. Provo and BYU EMS arrived on the scene. They completed an assessment of the patient, determining there was no need for further medical attention. The FSY counselor contacted the patient's parents and advised them of the situation.
Theft
An officer responded to a possible delayed theft of an FSY participant's money and AirPods. The complainant's counselor overheard a conversation between the FSY participant and their parents, stating they were missing money and AirPods. The complainant believed they knew who the suspect was. The officer and complainant are trying to identify the suspect.
Trespassing
An individual experiencing homelessness was loitering at the Miller Sports Park on BYU Campus. They had no legitimate reason to be on campus that day. Officers have contacted this individual before, and they have cooperated with police in the past and are not known to cause issues. The individual left when asked.
Burglary
Police officers were notified that an individual who had been served with a BYU ban letter was seen on camera in the West Campus main building earlier in the afternoon. The individual was observed on camera taking items from the BYU Creamery outlet without paying for them. They also entered rooms that were supposed to be locked. Officers searched the premises and located some of the individual's belongings inside the computer lab, along with their bike, on the exterior of the building. Officers remained in the area if the individual returned but did not find them. This is an active case and referred to the Investigations Division.
Trespassing
An officer approached the West Campus building on extra patrol, they observed three juveniles skateboarding. As the officer checked the area, they found several doors propped open and windows unlocked. They also found that the juveniles had been trespassing inside the building. At the time, nothing appeared to be stolen or damaged. While reviewing cameras, dispatch observed the juveniles stealing drinks in the building and found that one of them had just been served with a university ban letter. Officers are following up on this incident.
Found Property
A hiker provided an officer with a cell phone that they found at the Y-Trailhead as they were closing the gate for the night. Dispatch looked at cameras in the area and determined which group dropped the phone. When the group returned to their vehicle, the officer returned the phone to the owner.
Paper Service
Police officers responded to a report of a shirtless male acting like he was possibly on drugs at the Harold B. Lee Library. The reporting party wanted the officers to check the welfare of the individual. Upon arrival, the officers observed the individual sitting at a computer. The officers knew the individual had a ban letter from the BYU Ban Committee, but it had yet to be served to the individual. The officers contacted the individual and served them the ban letter banning them from all property owned by BYU. The officers escorted the individual to their bicycle, and they left campus.
Welfare Check
An officer observed a vehicle parked at Phillips Lane and 450 East in the travel lane with its hazard lights on. The officer contacted the elderly driver, who advised that they had recently had eye surgery and had forgotten their sunglasses, making it hard to see. The individual advised that they were waiting for the sun to go down so they could see better. The driver said they could now see better that the sun had gone down and would head home.
Juvenile Problem
An officer responded to the McKay Building on a report of a juvenile problem. A building care employee discovered three juveniles had drawn inappropriate pictures and words on a classroom whiteboard and benches. The officer found the three individuals there for a church activity. The officer contacted the church's bishop and the juveniles. It was determined the parents of the juveniles would come and take them home. No charges will be sought since the writing was cleaned and caused no permanent damage.
Seizure
An officer, BYU EMS, and Provo Fire responded to the Heritage Halls Central Building on a report of an individual having a seizure. The patient, who was an FSY participant, was treated on scene. It was determined they did not need to be transported and they were left in the care of a sibling and the FSY staff.
Found Child
Police responded to the CANC for a found child. Officers responded to the area and obtained the name of the child's parents. Dispatch located the parents' phone numbers, and they were advised of the situation. The child's father responded to the CANC to pick up the child. He said there was a miscommunication between the child's father and mother when loading their vehicle before leaving the CANC.
WSC
BYU Police were dispatched to a possible harassment incident at the WSC. Officers responded and spoke with multiple juveniles involved. The officer determined that no law had been violated, but some inappropriate text messages had been sent. Officers educated the juveniles and advised their parents of the incident's details.
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An officer responded to a welfare check in Lot 39. At 0130, a silver-colored vehicle was driving around the parking lot, stopping at different locations for approximately 45 minutes. The complainant thought this was unusual and called the police. Officers arrived, checked on the driver and occupant, and found they were both BYU students. When questioned about their activity, they said they were talking. Earlier in the evening, both said they were involved in intramural sports at the Richards Building.
Medical
An officer responded to the Marriott Center for the report of an FSY participant who appeared to be having a seizure. The officer found that an FSY counselor was having a panic attack and that they suffered from anxiety. They were sitting up and talking to FSY EMTs. Provo Fire arrived, treated, and released the patient.
Medical
A BYU officer, BYU EMS, and Provo Fire responded to the MTC for a patient with difficulty breathing. The patient was an FSY participant with a seizure disorder. BYU EMS and Provo Fire medically cleared the participant and were allowed to continue participating in FSY.
Medical
An officer responded to Heritage Halls Building 10 for an FSY participant who had collapsed. BYU EMS responded and evaluated the participant, medically cleared, and released the participant to continue in FSY.
Medical
An officer responded to Helaman, Jay Hall, on a report of a 14-year-old FSY student who had passed out but was later conscious and doing better. Provo and BYU EMS responded to the scene first and assessed the patient when the officer arrived. The patient told the medics that they had been sitting against a tree on the grass and were feeling anxious and overwhelmed when they suddenly passed out. An FSY counselor was with them and called for a medical response. Provo EMS completed an assessment and determined no need for further medical attention. They left the patient in the care of BYU EMS and FSY counselors. FSY counselors contacted the patient's parents and informed them of the situation.
Medical
An officer responded to Heritage Halls Building 16 on a report of a 16-year-old FSY student who had been feeling faint and nearly passed out. The officer arrived first and found the patient was feeling better and talking with FSY counselors. Provo and BYU EMS arrived on the scene. They completed an assessment of the patient, determining there was no need for further medical attention. The FSY counselor contacted the patient's parents and advised them of the situation.
Theft
An officer responded to a possible delayed theft of an FSY participant's money and AirPods. The complainant's counselor overheard a conversation between the FSY participant and their parents, stating they were missing money and AirPods. The complainant believed they knew who the suspect was. The officer and complainant are trying to identify the suspect.
Trespassing
An individual experiencing homelessness was loitering at the Miller Sports Park on BYU Campus. They had no legitimate reason to be on campus that day. Officers have contacted this individual before, and they have cooperated with police in the past and are not known to cause issues. The individual left when asked.
Burglary
Police officers were notified that an individual who had been served with a BYU ban letter was seen on camera in the West Campus main building earlier in the afternoon. The individual was observed on camera taking items from the BYU Creamery outlet without paying for them. They also entered rooms that were supposed to be locked. Officers searched the premises and located some of the individual's belongings inside the computer lab, along with their bike, on the exterior of the building. Officers remained in the area if the individual returned but did not find them. This is an active case and referred to the Investigations Division.
Trespassing
An officer approached the West Campus building on extra patrol, they observed three juveniles skateboarding. As the officer checked the area, they found several doors propped open and windows unlocked. They also found that the juveniles had been trespassing inside the building. At the time, nothing appeared to be stolen or damaged. While reviewing cameras, dispatch observed the juveniles stealing drinks in the building and found that one of them had just been served with a university ban letter. Officers are following up on this incident.
Found Property
A hiker provided an officer with a cell phone that they found at the Y-Trailhead as they were closing the gate for the night. Dispatch looked at cameras in the area and determined which group dropped the phone. When the group returned to their vehicle, the officer returned the phone to the owner.
Paper Service
Police officers responded to a report of a shirtless male acting like he was possibly on drugs at the Harold B. Lee Library. The reporting party wanted the officers to check the welfare of the individual. Upon arrival, the officers observed the individual sitting at a computer. The officers knew the individual had a ban letter from the BYU Ban Committee, but it had yet to be served to the individual. The officers contacted the individual and served them the ban letter banning them from all property owned by BYU. The officers escorted the individual to their bicycle, and they left campus.
Welfare Check
An officer observed a vehicle parked at Phillips Lane and 450 East in the travel lane with its hazard lights on. The officer contacted the elderly driver, who advised that they had recently had eye surgery and had forgotten their sunglasses, making it hard to see. The individual advised that they were waiting for the sun to go down so they could see better. The driver said they could now see better that the sun had gone down and would head home.
Juvenile Problem
An officer responded to the McKay Building on a report of a juvenile problem. A building care employee discovered three juveniles had drawn inappropriate pictures and words on a classroom whiteboard and benches. The officer found the three individuals there for a church activity. The officer contacted the church's bishop and the juveniles. It was determined the parents of the juveniles would come and take them home. No charges will be sought since the writing was cleaned and caused no permanent damage.
Seizure
An officer, BYU EMS, and Provo Fire responded to the Heritage Halls Central Building on a report of an individual having a seizure. The patient, who was an FSY participant, was treated on scene. It was determined they did not need to be transported and they were left in the care of a sibling and the FSY staff.
Found Child
Police responded to the CANC for a found child. Officers responded to the area and obtained the name of the child's parents. Dispatch located the parents' phone numbers, and they were advised of the situation. The child's father responded to the CANC to pick up the child. He said there was a miscommunication between the child's father and mother when loading their vehicle before leaving the CANC.
WSC
BYU Police were dispatched to a possible harassment incident at the WSC. Officers responded and spoke with multiple juveniles involved. The officer determined that no law had been violated, but some inappropriate text messages had been sent. Officers educated the juveniles and advised their parents of the incident's details.
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Police Beat • 07/25/2024
Suspicious
Officers responded to the area of Heritage Halls Building 4 for a report of three suspicious individuals. The complainant was concerned that one of the individuals was not a participating FSY individual. The officers spoke with several people in the area. The only persons located were either students or FSY participants.
Fireworks
Security reported observing two student-aged individuals igniting fireworks in Lot 49 near the LVES. The individuals were last seen leaving westbound in a white truck. The area was searched, but the suspects were not located. No damage was observed from the fireworks.
Lost Property
A police officer took a report of a bike theft. The officer gathered dates, times, and descriptions relating to the incident. Later that day, it was discovered that Parking Enforcement impounded the bike for being locked to a guardrail at a disability entrance to the JKB.
Citizen Contact
An officer responded to Heritage Halls Building 6 for a complaint of a strange smell in one of the apartments. An officer arrived and could smell a “fruity” odor, but he couldn't determine where it originated. The person from housing said the smell could have come through the air system from another apartment in the complex. The source of the smell could have been a scented candle, air freshener, or a vape pen. BYU housing determined it was safe for the students to remain in their dorm rooms.
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Officers responded to the area of Heritage Halls Building 4 for a report of three suspicious individuals. The complainant was concerned that one of the individuals was not a participating FSY individual. The officers spoke with several people in the area. The only persons located were either students or FSY participants.
Fireworks
Security reported observing two student-aged individuals igniting fireworks in Lot 49 near the LVES. The individuals were last seen leaving westbound in a white truck. The area was searched, but the suspects were not located. No damage was observed from the fireworks.
Lost Property
A police officer took a report of a bike theft. The officer gathered dates, times, and descriptions relating to the incident. Later that day, it was discovered that Parking Enforcement impounded the bike for being locked to a guardrail at a disability entrance to the JKB.
Citizen Contact
An officer responded to Heritage Halls Building 6 for a complaint of a strange smell in one of the apartments. An officer arrived and could smell a “fruity” odor, but he couldn't determine where it originated. The person from housing said the smell could have come through the air system from another apartment in the complex. The source of the smell could have been a scented candle, air freshener, or a vape pen. BYU housing determined it was safe for the students to remain in their dorm rooms.
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Police Beat • 07/24/2024
Traffic Accident Pl
Officers responded to an injury accident at the Temple View and 900 East intersection. This accident involved an adult on a scooter who collided with a vehicle that turned right in front of them. The scooter operator was assessed and released on scene by Provo medics. Photos of the accident will be attached to this case file.
Fireworks
An officer was dispatched to Heritage Halls for a report of fireworks being set off. The officer arrived, checked the area, and didn't see anyone setting off fireworks. The officer remained in the area and conducted an extra patrol check.
Medical
Officers responded to a medical report for an FSY student who had been dizzy and then passed out. The FSY EMS representative was on the scene and treating the patient. The patient stated that they have a cardiac condition that sometimes causes this condition. They were treated and released by Provo Fire and EMS. An officer gave them a ride to their housing unit at Helaman Halls.
Found Property
A complainant came to the police station with a debit card they had found. An officer was able to contact the owner of the card and returned.
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Officers responded to an injury accident at the Temple View and 900 East intersection. This accident involved an adult on a scooter who collided with a vehicle that turned right in front of them. The scooter operator was assessed and released on scene by Provo medics. Photos of the accident will be attached to this case file.
Fireworks
An officer was dispatched to Heritage Halls for a report of fireworks being set off. The officer arrived, checked the area, and didn't see anyone setting off fireworks. The officer remained in the area and conducted an extra patrol check.
Medical
Officers responded to a medical report for an FSY student who had been dizzy and then passed out. The FSY EMS representative was on the scene and treating the patient. The patient stated that they have a cardiac condition that sometimes causes this condition. They were treated and released by Provo Fire and EMS. An officer gave them a ride to their housing unit at Helaman Halls.
Found Property
A complainant came to the police station with a debit card they had found. An officer was able to contact the owner of the card and returned.
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Police Beat • 07/23/2024
Medical
An officer and BYU EMS were dispatched to Heritage Halls on a report of a student feeling dizzy. The patient was assessed by EMS who advised there was no need for additional medical attention. No further action was taken.
Information Report
An officer responded to Lot 41 to meet with a complainant who reported that someone put donuts in their vehicle’s door handles which resulted in no damage. The complainant simply wanted officers to be made aware of the incident. The complainant requested extra patrol checks through the evening.
Medical
An officer was dispatched to a medical assist at the MARB. Dispatch advised that a 20-year-old passed out briefly and was now sitting by the entrance of the building. The patient was assessed by BYU EMS and refused additional medical care.
Flood Alarm
BYU officers responded to HGB on a flood alarm in the mechanical room. Officers checked the mechanical room and found no water or damage. Maintenance was requested to look at the panel and officers checked the whole building, finding nothing out of the ordinary.
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An officer and BYU EMS were dispatched to Heritage Halls on a report of a student feeling dizzy. The patient was assessed by EMS who advised there was no need for additional medical attention. No further action was taken.
Information Report
An officer responded to Lot 41 to meet with a complainant who reported that someone put donuts in their vehicle’s door handles which resulted in no damage. The complainant simply wanted officers to be made aware of the incident. The complainant requested extra patrol checks through the evening.
Medical
An officer was dispatched to a medical assist at the MARB. Dispatch advised that a 20-year-old passed out briefly and was now sitting by the entrance of the building. The patient was assessed by BYU EMS and refused additional medical care.
Flood Alarm
BYU officers responded to HGB on a flood alarm in the mechanical room. Officers checked the mechanical room and found no water or damage. Maintenance was requested to look at the panel and officers checked the whole building, finding nothing out of the ordinary.
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