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Police Beat • 12/21/2024 - 12/22/2024

Fire Alarm-Gas Smell
An officer was dispatched to a Wymount Terrace apartment to assist Provo Fire with a reported odor of natural gas. When Provo Fire arrived, they found no measurable amount of natural gas or carbon monoxide (CO) in the apartment. None of the residents reported feeling ill.

Information
An officer was dispatched to the parking lot west of the West Campus Office Building. Upon arrival, the officer spoke with an individual who stated that she regularly parks her vehicle in the lot each night. The complainant mentioned that she lived across the street and found one metal screw in each of her back tires.

She expressed concern that someone may have intentionally placed the screws under her tires. The complainant indicated that she was not aware of anyone who might be upset with her and noted that this had not occurred on any previous occasions. Additionally, the BYU surveillance camera system does not cover the area in question.

Missing Person
BYU police were dispatched to investigate a missing child following the basketball game at the Marriott Center. Before officers could initiate their search, the parents called dispatch to inform them that they had located the child. No further action was taken.

Alarm-Intrusion
An officer was dispatched to the Joseph F. Smith Building near the Education in Zion area. The officer checked the location and found no problems. However, the officer heard an audible alarm in room B031 and acknowledged it. The area was examined further, and nothing suspicious was observed.

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Police Beat • 12/19/2024 - 12/20/2024

Duress Alarm
Police were dispatched to a duress alarm at the Wilkinson Student Center. However, before officers could respond, dispatch informed them that the responsible party had called to report there was no emergency, and that no police response was needed.

Lost Property
An officer was contacted by a complainant regarding a lost master key to the McKay Building. The complainant was unsure whether she had lost the key at her home or somewhere in the building. She stated that she needed a police report to obtain a new key and indicated that she would call back if she was able to locate the missing key. The officer provided her with the case number.

Duress Alarm
An officer was dispatched to the West Campus Central Building in response to a report of an accidental activation of the duress button in the main office. The officer met with the office staff, verified that the alarm was indeed accidental, and assisted in resetting the alarm button.

Attempt to Locate
Dispatch reported that a vehicle previously reported as stolen had been sighted approximately 15 minutes earlier on campus, traveling southbound on West Campus Drive. Before the officer arrived in the area, Dispatch indicated that the vehicle had traveled southbound off campus. Dispatch then informed Provo Police about the vehicle and its last known direction of travel.

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Police Beat • 12/18/2024

Information
An officer responded to the BYU Broadcasting Building regarding a delayed comment about "suicide" left on a video-sharing platform concerning a video posted on YouTube. The officer did not see an immediate threat from the comment. Dispatch checked to see if a student went by the name mentioned in the post and could not find a BYU student or employee with that name. Investigations will look into the incident further.

Criminal Mischief
An officer responded to Lot 37 regarding a case of criminal mischief. An unknown individual had keyed a vehicle in the parking lot. The officer arrived and photographed the damage. The officer checked surveillance footage, but nothing was captured on camera. Officers have explored numerous avenues to gather information about the suspect.

Fire Alarm
Officers responded to the University Laundry Building after receiving a report of smoke that had no odor but was irritating employees' eyes. When the officers arrived, all employees were evacuating the building. The officers contacted a salt pump truck that was preparing to leave. Provo Fire arrived and determined that the pump truck had pumped salt into the water softener, and the container bag over the salt holding tank was open, resulting in a cloud of salt dust in the lobby area. The situation was not harmful and was merely an irritant. The fire department stayed on-scene to investigate further.

Information
A student was served legal papers regarding parental guardianship, which caused them significant anxiety. An officer met with the student and helped explain the legal papers they had received, as well as the need for legal counsel from an attorney. The officer suggested that the student continue to work with the victim's advocate when they returned to work.

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Police Beat • 12/17/2024

Suspicious
Officers responded to the area of the Smith Field House and the Richards Building following a report of a suspicious person called in by custodial staff. It was reported that the individual was walking around, carrying a bag and looking into cars. The description was quite basic as the person was wearing a hoodie. The responding officers located a male walking between the Smith Field House and the Richards Building, and he matched the description. He provided a student ID and stated he was just walking around the area, contemplating finals. Officers continued extra patrols in the area, and no one else was located.

Alarm JRCB
The officer responded to an open-door alarm at the JRCB. The door that triggered the alarm was Door 526 in the stairwell. When the officer arrived, the door was closed. It is possible that someone either left the building or the alarm was triggered by custodial activity.

Information
The BYU Police Department was contacted by an individual reporting that a pair of Beats headphones had gone missing from the workout room in the Annex building. After reviewing surveillance footage, the officer determined that a staff member had entered the room, collected several items he believed had been left there by mistake, and took them to a locker, where they were later recovered.

Theft
Police were dispatched to the Jesse Knight Building in response to a report of a stolen electric hoverboard. The owner stated that he had parked the hoverboard near the building and left it there for a few days. When he returned, he discovered that it was missing. The officer gathered information for the report and reviewed camera footage in an attempt to identify any suspects. The case is currently under investigation.

Lost Property
An officer responded to the Joseph F. Smith Building and met with the complainant regarding a lost cell phone. The complainant believed they might have left it in a room after taking a final exam. The officer opened the room and found the phone where the complainant had left it.

Medical
An officer responded to the Wilkinson Student Center for a medical emergency regarding a seizure. BYU EMS and the Provo Fire Department assessed the patient and released them at the scene.

Traffic Stop
An officer observed a vehicle operating without insurance and initiated a stop for this violation. During an inventory of the vehicle in preparation for an impound due to the lack of insurance, the officer discovered drug paraphernalia in plain view. Subsequently, the officer searched both the car and the driver, uncovering controlled substances and additional paraphernalia that the driver had attempted to hide or destroy.

The officer arrested the driver on multiple charges: possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, obstruction of justice, driving without insurance, and driving under the influence (DUI). The officer then transported the male to the Utah County Jail, where he submitted to both blood and urine tests.

Results of the blood test are pending; however, the urine analysis indicated that the driver tested positive for methamphetamine, amphetamine, opiates, ecstasy, and Suboxone. This report will be forwarded to the Utah County Attorney's Office for review of potential charges.

Welfare Check
The police were notified about a woman in the Wilkinson Student Center who appeared out of place. She was described as older and carrying multiple grocery bags. Officers conducted an extra patrol of the area and located the woman. Since she was not bothering anyone or breaking any laws, no contact was made, and no action was taken.

Found Property
A complainant found a key ring with a couple dozen keys in the parking lot just west of the Campus Plaza apartments. The key ring also had a small blue flashlight labeled "Y Campus Police," so the complainant turned the keys in to the BYU police department. The officer who received the keys attempted to contact the Campus Plaza office, but it was closed for the night, and a message was left. Currently, it is unclear to whom the keys belong. The information will be passed on to the day shift officers to check with Campus Plaza and see if the keys belong to them.

Welfare Check
Officers were dispatched to the Thomas L. Martin Building concerning a homeless male possibly sleeping in the foyer area. The individual was wearing a heavy coat and carrying a suitcase. He was asking questions of students and staff, which made others uncomfortable. Officers checked the building but could not locate anyone matching the description. The BYU carpet cleaners, who were in the building at the time, reported that they had not seen anyone fitting that description either. Officers continued to patrol the building for several more minutes before clearing the scene. All exterior doors were secure.

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Police Beat • 12/16/2024

Fire Alarm
An officer responded to the Marriott Center Annex due to a fire alarm. Upon arrival, the officer found the alarm panel displaying a "trouble alarm." The officer acknowledged the alarm on the panel, silenced the audible alert, and referred the issue to the electricians for repair. There was no fire, flames, or smoke—only an equipment failure within the system.

Accident
An officer responded to Lot 14 to investigate a traffic accident. The driver of a privately-owned vehicle backed into a BYU box truck, causing damage to the privately-owned vehicle. Fortunately, there were no injuries. Information was gathered, and a report was made.

Attempt to Locate Stolen Vehicle
Dispatch reported that a vehicle with a Utah license plate appeared to show stolen on the Smith Field House LPR surveillance system. Officers were dispatched to the area to check for the vehicle. After a few minutes, the officers arrived; however, dispatch then clarified that it was an error due to a misreading of one of the letters on the plate, leading to the cancellation of the officers' response.

Medical
A student injured his eye in a laboratory in the Clyde Building. Officers arrived on the scene along with Provo Fire. The student reported that he slipped on a wet spot on the floor, causing him to fall and cut his left eye. Paramedics bandaged the injury and advised him to seek follow-up medical care, as he would need stitches to close the laceration.

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Police Beat • 12/15/2024

Lost Property
An officer was asked to contact the complainant regarding a lost laptop at the Maeser Building. The officer made phone contact with the complainant, who explained that he last saw his laptop at the Maeser Building on December 13, 2024, at 11:30 AM. Officers checked the Maeser Building and other locations but were unable to locate the laptop. The officer informed the complainant of this and advised him to check the lost and found at the Wilkinson Center on Monday during business hours. The complainant was provided with a case number and was told to call back and speak with the on-duty officer if he was unable to locate the laptop on Monday.

Information
A caller from the southwest side of Provo City contacted Provo Police dispatch to report seeing lights in the area of Y Mountain and/or Maple Mountain. The call was transferred to BYU Police, and an officer was dispatched to the Y trailhead area to attempt contact with hikers who may have needed assistance. The officer contacted the caller, who reported that the lights—possibly from headlamps, flashlights, or vehicle headlights—were seen further south than Y Mountain and closer to Forest Service or Utah County land. This information was relayed to Central Dispatch for dissemination to the appropriate law enforcement agencies. It is believed that the call was transferred to BYU Police because the caller used Y Mountain as a reference point to describe the location of the lights. The BYU officer at the Y Mountain trailhead did not observe anyone in need of assistance, and no additional calls or information were reported or dispatched by any parties. There was no indication of any persons in need or otherwise.

Trespassing
An officer was dispatched to the Miller Baseball Complex to investigate a trespassing violation. According to a witness, a group of young students was on top of the scoreboard. Upon arrival, the officer observed six individuals on the scoreboard. The officer requested that they get down and then verified their student IDs to confirm their status on campus. All of them had identification except for one student. They were informed to stay away from areas closed to the public. No other violations of concern were observed during the officer’s interactions with them.

Nuisance
Officers were dispatched to the central area of Heritage Halls in response to a report of a vehicle and individuals playing loud music. Upon arrival, the officers patrolled the area and observed many people and groups; however, they did not find a vehicle parked on the sidewalk or in the surrounding vicinity. The officers also patrolled the interior and perimeter of Heritage Halls but detected no criminal or suspicious activity.

Welfare Check
An officer was asked to investigate a possible welfare check on an individual walking near the south entrance of the library. The suspect was described by the witness as a 5'10" Black male with a short beard, behaving as if he were looking for a place to sleep. During my patrol of the area, I did not locate anyone matching the description.

Keep the Peace
An officer was dispatched to keep the peace at Heritage Halls between two roommates while one of them moved out. The officers on scene encountered no issues as the roommates moved their belongings.

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Police Beat • 12/14/2024

Sick Person
An officer responded to the Music Building following a report of a male experiencing breathing problems. Provo EMS and the officer arrived, and it was determined that the patient did not need to be transported to the hospital. However, the patient did not have anyone nearby to give him a ride back to his apartment. As a result, the officer provided the male with a ride to his apartment complex on Canyon Road.

Accident
An officer was dispatched to Lot 41 to investigate a collision between a minivan and an electric scooter. The driver of the scooter stated that he was at the intersection of Canyon Road and Cougar Blvd when he was struck by the minivan while crossing Cougar Blvd on the east side of the intersection. Although the scooter driver sustained slight injuries in the accident, he denied any medical treatment.

Welfare Check
A student used the Safe-Walk app to get home but lost connection with dispatch on her way there. Dispatch attempted to contact her but was unable to reach her as well. Fortunately, she was located safe and sound at her home. She mentioned that she had no idea dispatch was trying to reach her and noted that she had pressed the button on the app indicating she was home safe. As a result, she was unsure why it did not work or why she lost connection.

Fire Alarm
Dispatch received a smoke detector alarm from Heritage Halls Building 14. The resident was contacted and reported that they had been cooking chicken, and the pan had gotten a little too hot. Very little smoke was detected, and there was no fire. The fire alarm was silenced and then reset at the request of the fire technician.

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Police Beat • 12/12/2024

Animal Problem
An officer was dispatched to Cougar Field near the Harmon Building following a report of a severely injured deer stuck in a fence. Upon arrival, the officer determined that the deer was beyond help and would not survive. Consequently, the officer euthanized the deer, which was later picked up by Provo Animal Control. The Division of Wildlife Resources was also notified of the incident.

Medical
An officer was dispatched to the Wilkinson Center following a report of a female who had passed out. BYU EMS and the officer arrived to assess the patient. After evaluation, it was determined that the patient did not need to be transported and was released into her father's care.

Fraud
An officer took a report of fraud related to a transaction on Facebook Marketplace at Wyview Park. The complainant stated that he sold a computer and was paid $700 in counterfeit bills. He reported being unaware that the bills were counterfeit until he attempted to deposit them at the bank, where they were seized. The complainant is currently gathering the necessary information to provide to the officer. This case has been referred to investigators for follow-up.

Vehicle Fire
Officers responded to the Y Trail Head following a report of a vehicle fire. As the officers arrived, the front of the vehicle was fully engulfed in flames. The officers stood by and provided traffic control while Provo Fire extinguished the fire. The vehicle was a total loss and was towed by a local tow company. The driver of the vehicle was given a ride to his residence.

Agency Assist
An officer from a local police agency and an investigator from the Utah County Attorney's Office requested assistance in speaking with a witness related to their investigation. The witness was contacted at BYU, where the detectives spoke with them in a private conference room that was set up for the meeting.

Information
The complainant, a BYU supervisor at the Culinary Support Center, requested that an information report be documented regarding a former employee who was terminated approximately one month ago. The complainant's concern was not about the former employee herself, but rather about her husband, who contacted the complainant yesterday. The complainant reported that the husband was not threatening or abusive but came across as "strange," as he kept pleading for his wife to regain her job.

Suspicious
The complainant reported that she was walking south on East Campus Drive, on the west side of the road, when a male walking north grabbed her arm as he passed by. He held on to her arm briefly and said, "Hi." The complainant responded by saying "Hi" back, after which the subject let go and continued walking north. She found his behavior odd and believed that the individual, a white male of student age, might be mentally challenged. The complainant requested that an information report be filed.

Agency Assist Provo PD
An officer was dispatched to the intersection of N 900 East St and N Temple View Dr in reference to debris in the roadway. Upon arrival, the officer located the debris and moved it out of the way.

Nuisance
An officer responded to Wymount Terrace Apartment Building 10E regarding a loud noise complaint. The reporting party stated that children in the apartment above theirs had been running and making noise for about 15 minutes. Upon arrival, the officer located the apartment and spoke with the resident, who was very cooperative and assured the officer that they would keep the noise down.

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Police Beat • 12/11/2024

Information
An officer contacted the complainant, who expressed concern about whether a minor accident was captured on camera. Unfortunately, the officer was unable to locate the intersection on camera. Following this, the officer contacted the complainant again, but they declined further assistance.

Welfare Check
Officers responded to the Wilkinson Center; they were dispatched to investigate a report of a special needs participant who had become separated from their group. The BYU dispatcher quickly contacted the director, who located the individual and ensured their safe return.

Information
BYU Police were dispatched to a reported hit-and-run incident that was reported after the fact in Lot 26. An officer reviewed camera footage and determined that the damage did not occur on BYU property, as the camera captured footage of the victim's car parked nearby. The officer updated the vehicle's owner regarding the findings and advised her to check cameras at other locations where she had driven throughout the day.

Property Damage
An officer responded in response to a property damage report at the Tanner Building. A parking bollard had been damaged and was lying on the ground. The officer took statements from witnesses and completed a property damage report

Accident
The officer responded to Lot 19, where a minor, non-reportable accident had occurred. The incident involved very little damage and no injuries. Both drivers exchanged information, and the officer completed the accident report on the scene.

Accident
An accident occurred in parking lot # 45 in front of Lavell Edwards Stadium. A white Tesla traveling eastbound in the travel lane with a yellow dividing line collided with a silver Toyota FJ Cruiser traveling northbound in the parking lot lane. The Toyota failed to yield to the Tesla, which was trying to stop before the collision due to slowing traffic ahead, leaving skid marks on the roadway. Both vehicles appear to have been traveling at the same speed, as evidenced by camera footage of the incident. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries, and both drivers exchanged information. Both vehicles drove away from the scene without further incident.

Accident Hit-and-Run
The officer responded to a hit-and-run accident at lot 16. The victim was parked in the lot while attending a basketball game and was sideswiped by a red compact car while leaving the parking lot. Several witnesses told the victim what happened when he arrived at his parked truck. The witnesses got two possible license plate numbers from the suspect's vehicle, which differed by only one number. Using surveillance systems, the officer located a red car with a similar license plate number coming onto campus prior to the start of the game. The owner of the red vehicle, an elderly male from Spanish Fork, was identified. The officer requested that a Spanish Fork police officer check the residence for the vehicle and found it parked in the driveway. When attempting to contact the owner, there was no answer. The officer will follow up on this accident.

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Police Beat • 12/10/2024

Theft
An officer responded to a delayed report of a theft that occurred a month ago at [location]. The complainant advised that a volleyball was stolen during that time. The officer took the report but was unable to view footage related to the incident because it had been stored for longer than 30 days and was no longer available.

Accident Auto-Pedestrian
BYU police were dispatched to the Music Building after a vehicle struck a pedestrian in an accident. A pedestrian was crossing a parking lot when they suddenly ran into the path of an oncoming vehicle and was hit. BYU EMS personnel evaluated the patient at the scene and cleared them for release.

Fire Alarm
An officer responded to a fire alarm at Heritage 13. The alarm was caused by cooking, which had resulted in burnt food. The officer spoke with the residents, who informed him that the burnt food had not ignited and there was no actual fire. The officer silenced the alarm and notified the on-call fire systems technician as well as BYU Risk Management.

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Police Beat • 12/09/2024

Accident Hit-and-Run
BYU Police were notified of a possible delayed report of a hit-and-run incident involving a BYU-owned vehicle that had been damaged. An officer gathered details about the incident and reviewed camera footage but was unable to locate any footage of the accident. The reporting party was provided with the case number for BYU's Risk Management.

Medical
Officers responded to the Jesse Knight Building for a medical incident involving a student. The patient refused further care, as requested by Provo Fire and BYU EMS, and agreed to go to the Student Health Center by private vehicle.

Information
A BYU police officer responded to the Information Technology Building for a reported vehicle burglary. A female stated that her wallet had been stolen from her purse inside her vehicle. When the officer arrived, he asked her to double-check her purse, where she found her wallet. No action was taken.

Welfare Check
The complainant contacted an officer, advising him that they had not heard from a friend. The officer then spoke with another friend, who indicated that they had made contact with the person and confirmed that she was at a hospital.

Accident Hit-and-Run
BYU police received a report of a hit-and-run incident in which a BYU vehicle was damaged. An officer gathered the details of the incident for documentation purposes and is currently reviewing footage in an effort to locate the suspect vehicle.

Citizen Contact
BYU police were notified of an online report concerning a slightly suspicious incident. A female reported that a male had asked her questions and briefly followed her, and she wanted to document the incident just in case it has happened to others.

Accident Late Report
The owner of a car filed an online report regarding a hit-and-run accident. The owner stated that someone had hit their vehicle while it was parked in Lot 20 outside the broadcast building. However, not enough information was provided to complete the report. An officer left a message for the owner to call back and provide additional details.

Motorist Assist
An officer assisted a student with a dead battery in Lot 13. Another faculty member also requested assistance in the same lot.

Trespass Warning
The BYU police were dispatched to the south soccer field at the Smith Field House. The complainant reported seeing approximately five individuals jumping over the fence to access the field. Officers arrived and found the students playing soccer on the field. The officers warned the students that it is not an intramural field, as it is reserved exclusively for the men's and women's soccer teams. The individuals were very cooperative, leaving the field through the north gate and thanking the officers for their courtesy.

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Police Beat • 12/07/2024 - 12/08/2024

Citizen Contact
An officer responded to a report of a stolen backpack at the Tanner Building. The complainant stated that he accidentally left his backpack on the second floor, near the couches on the west side of the building. Upon realizing he had forgotten it, he found that the building was closed. The complainant had already checked with the Custodial Office, Dean's Office, and the Lost & Found at the Wilkinson Student Center, but none of them had his backpack. The Dispatch Center is currently reviewing the camera system for any video recordings that may help in the investigation.

Medical Event
An elderly man was running to the Marriott Center to attend the "Christmas Around the World" event when he tripped and fell. He was assessed and treated at the scene before being released into his own care.

Medical
First responders arrived on campus in response to a report of an individual experiencing a seizure. After the seizure had ceased, they evaluated the patient, who was subsequently released at the scene.

Medical Event
An individual watching the Christmas Around the World event felt faint and requested medical assistance. BYU EMTs assessed the patient, who reported that he was not feeling well and felt as though he was going to lose consciousness. The EMTs provided treatment and then released him into the care of his friends who were accompanying him at the event.

Medical
First responders attended to a student who had sustained a cut from glass. After evaluating the individual, they determined that transportation to a medical facility was not necessary. EMS provided the person with medical advice and released them at the scene.

Suspicious
Police officers responded to the area of Heritage Halls, building 16, following reports of a group of suspicious males pounding on the doors and gaining entry with the assistance of residents. The Resident Assistant (RA) requested that the males be trespassed from the building. Officers conducted a search both inside and outside the building but were unable to locate the group.

 Medical
Officers and Provo paramedics responded to the Music Building following a report of a medical emergency. Paramedics treated the patient and transported them to Utah Valley Hospital.

Suspicious Circumstance
Officers responded to the south exterior of the Harold B. Lee Library following a report of a suspicious male. Upon arrival, they encountered a man who had just left the library after it closed and was on his way to stay at a friend’s home. No crime had been committed, and the individual left the area without incident.

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Police Beat • 12/06/2024

Medical Event
On 12/6/24, at approximately 10:40 hours, officers were working an event at the Marriott Center when they were contacted regarding a medical issue. The complainant advised that one of her students had a bloody nose and asked if we had any gauze they could use. Officers contacted the on-duty BYU EMTs working at the event, and they responded to assist and treat the patient. A short time later, they cleared and informed the officers that there were no issues, stating that the student simply had a bloody nose and that he was prone to getting them.

Accident
An officer was dispatched to BYU Lot #19, the parking lot just north of the Marriott Center, to take a traffic accident report. When the officer arrived, he met with the complainant, who said that she was pulling into a parking stall and accidentally struck a parked vehicle. Her vehicle sustained damage to the front passenger panel and bumper.

Lost Person
A child attending Christmas Around the World was reported missing after he decided to leave the event and walk home. Fortunately, he was found by the assistant principal of the school, and no further action was taken."

Suspicious
An officer responded to the Talmage building after receiving a report of a suspicious backpack in the bushes. As the officer arrived, it was reported that the individual who owned the backpack had returned and retrieved it. The individual had left the bag in the bushes while going for a jog.

Theft
The complainant reported that his Canon R6 camera, camera lens, and camera bag were all taken from the storage area in the South Campus Office Building sometime between October 29 and November 22 of this year. The officer located and reviewed surveillance footage with the complainant but was unable to identify any suspects or other evidentiary leads. The complainant became unsure whether the camera had been left in the storage location after its last use on October 29. The case was referred to investigators.

Information
On December 6, 2024, an officer was informed of a possible hit-and-run traffic accident in Lot #26, as reported by a passerby. The officer arrived at the scene and spoke with the driver, who explained that he had realized he was parked too close to the adjacent vehicle, so he moved his vehicle over. He stated that their mirrors had touched but that no damage was sustained. The officer was able to contact the owner of the other vehicle, who responded to check their car. After speaking with both owners, it was determined that no damage was observed and that neither party wished to pursue any further action.

Accident
An officer was dispatched to a traffic accident in lot #50 involving a BYU vehicle and a privately owned vehicle. It was reported to the officer that both drivers were backing up when the accident occurred. Information will be gathered from both individuals and added to the case file. Video of the accident was observed and will be requested. Once the video is received, it will be attached to the case file. Both drivers were provided with a case number for the incident.

Citizen Dispute
A supervisor of ticket sales reported that an adult male, identified as a BYU employee, yelled at the ticket sales staff and took photos of them when they refused to provide their names. The supervisor-complainant stated that the individual may return on December 6th, and if he does, the employees will call BYU Police to request that he leave. The male subject was contacted, and his account of the incident was collected. This information was provided to the complainant to facilitate the resolution of the incident.

Medical
BYU Police, BYU EMS, and Provo Fire responded to Wymount Terrace building 4C when a caller reported that his wife was choking on food. The caller stated that his wife was conscious and breathing, but she felt that her airway was obstructed. The EMTs treated and evaluated the patient before releasing her per their protocols. No further actions were taken.

Citizen Contact
An officer took a theft report at the Richards building after a student reported that their belongings had been stolen from a locker. However, after the officer filed the report, the student called back to say they had found their belongings in another locker nearby and had mistakenly thought they were stolen. The officer then updated the report to reflect a citizen contact.

Medical
An officer responded to EMS events at the Marriott Center during the Christmas Around the World event. An individual fell down a few stairs and injured her shin inside the arena. EMS treated the patient, and she was then released into the care of her father.

Welfare Check
A police officer responded to the Harold B. Lee Library for a welfare check. When the officer arrived, he found that the involved parties had already left the area. Later, the officer was able to speak to both individuals on the phone and confirmed that they were safe.

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Police Beat • 12/05/2024

Information
An officer was asked to contact the complainant regarding a stolen scooter from the bike racks north of the Jesse Knight Building. The officer started looking for video footage of the incident but was contacted by the complainant, who advised that he located his scooter at his house and that police assistance was no longer needed.

Theft
BYU Police were dispatched to investigate a theft that had been reported with a delay in Lot 16. The reporting individual stated that his scooter had been stolen sometime within the past two weeks. The officer reviewed camera footage but was unable to locate any evidence of the theft.

Medical
An officer, along with Brigham Young University Emergency Medical Services (BYU EMS) and Provo Fire, responded to Heritage Halls Building #13 following a report of a sick person. The officer stood by to grant access to the building for medical personnel as they arrived. The patient was ultimately transported in their personal vehicle.

Suspicious Circumstance
BYU Police responded to a call for service regarding two males seen climbing a ladder near a female dormitory in Heritage Halls. Officers contacted the individuals, who stated they were leaving a box of crackers on the window as a gift for the female resident, explaining they intended to do something funny and nice for her. Officers educated the males about privacy concerns related to being near a female dorm and cautioned them about the potential perceptions and issues arising from their actions. No further action was taken.

Suspicious Circumstance
Report from BYU Security regarding an open roof hatch alarm at the Kimball Tower building. Security also observed a small tent on the roof. Officers responded and accessed the roof hatch and roof area. A small tent was observed near some equipment. The tent contained construction items and equipment consistent with other items in the area associated with ongoing work. The structure appears to be used for housing items to protect them from the weather. No additional criminal or suspicious activity was detected. The roof hatch was secured, and the alarm was reset. No further police action is anticipated at this time.

Suspicious Circumstance
Officers responded to the area around the Hinckley Building following a report of a sound resembling a gunshot. The area behind and west of the location was searched on foot and in patrol vehicles by the responding officers. Nothing out of the ordinary was observed or heard. Officers continued patrols in the area during the evening hours, and no further incidents were reported.

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Police Beat • 12/04/2024

Accident
An officer responded to Lot 22 to investigate a traffic accident. A BYU work truck had backed into a parked car, resulting in minor damage. The officer assisted the two drivers in exchanging information and completed a non-reportable accident report.

Disturbance
The officer responded to a report, reported 30 minutes late, regarding a student who was repeatedly interrupting a class. Although the officer was unable to locate the student, he called and left a message. Additionally, the officer contacted the Office of Belonging and the Dean of Students, both of whom are already aware of the situation and will attempt to arrange a meeting with the student.

Suspicious
BYU Dispatch received an online report about a suspicious person near Heritage Building 11. The report noted, "There was a guy behind the dumpsters just chilling there and watching people walk out of their dorms." An officer responded and contacted the individual, who turned out to be a BYU Grounds employee with autism. The employee was working near the dumpsters, picking up trash, and taking a break. I also left a message for the complainant.

Medical
Officers responded to the Joseph F. Smith Building for a medical emergency. The patient was medically cleared by both BYU EMS and Provo Fire. The patient left with family. There was limited information released regarding the patient.

Accident Hit-and-Run
An officer took a report of a hit-and-run accident in Lot #39. The vehicle was parked and unoccupied when another vehicle, parked nearby, backed into it, causing damage. Although there was only a minor scratch on the bumper, it is worth noting that the vehicle is a new 2024 model. Unfortunately, there are no surveillance cameras covering that area, and no suspect vehicle information is currently available.

Animal Problem
A student reported that two kittens were unattended in a flower box near the administration building. An officer met with the complainant and explained that there are several wild or stray cats on campus, including multiple kittens, which are often seen in the area. The officer checked on the kittens, determined that they were fine, and observed them running off when approached.

Citizen Assist
A complainant forgot his backpack, which contained his computer, in the Cougar Room at Lavell Edwards Stadium. He requested that an officer retrieve it, as he will come to the police station tomorrow to pick it up. The officer located the backpack, and it is now at the station for the complainant to collect. This information will be passed on to the day shift crew.

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Police Beat • 12/03/2024

Suspicious
A concerned individual reported seeing a suspicious person walking near the ASB. The complainant observed a male wearing a large dark coat with a hood and carrying a duffel bag, walking with a limp toward the main campus. The complainant believed that the individual might be homeless and requested officers to check the area. Officers searched the vicinity, including several open buildings, but did not locate the man. There was a 10-minute delay between the time the complainant first saw the man and when the report was made.

Accident Hit-and-Run
BYU Police were dispatched to a delayed hit-and-run incident in Lot 49. The reporting party stated that his car had been hit while it was parked. An officer is reviewing camera footage of the incident in an attempt to locate any suspects.

Abandoned Vehicle
An officer was dispatched to an abandoned vehicle at WP. The officer contacted the registered owner, who advised that the car had broken down and just needed a new battery. The owner stated that she would call the police department to jump-start her car, and she would move it within the next couple of days.

Abandoned Vehicle
BYU police were dispatched to Wymount regarding a possible abandoned vehicle. An officer responded to the area, contacted the vehicle's owner, and discovered that the vehicle was currently inoperable. The owner is in the process of arranging for the vehicle to be towed. No further action was taken.

Trespassing
BYU police responded to the Marriott Center Annex for a report of a possible transient trespassing. A BYU employee reported that a male with long hair and a beard was sleeping in the area. Officers searched for the individual for approximately 20 minutes but were unable to locate anyone matching the description.

Information
An officer responded to Wyview Park regarding a possible bicycle theft. The officer took the initial report and went out to look for the bike. The complainant later called back and advised that they had found the bike and that no further assistance was needed.

 Lost Property
An officer was notified of a lost set of keys belonging to Brigham Young University (BYU). The reporting party stated that she had lost them a few weeks ago. A report was taken for the lost property, and the reporting party was advised to check the lost and found on campus to see if the keys had been turned in.

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Police Beat • 12/02/2024

Information
BYU police were notified of a possible abandoned vehicle in Wymount. The officer was able to locate the registered owner, who advised that the vehicle was not abandoned and stated they were currently trying to install a new transmission. No action was taken.

Accident
An officer was dispatched to Lot 2 for a traffic collision. The officer responded, took the report, and provided the driver with exchange information. It was a very minor accident, and there were no reported injuries.

Trespassing
BYU police were notified about a possible trespassing incident near the Motion Picture Studio. The complainant reported seeing a couple bathing nude in the river at the park. Officers responded to the area approximately 15 minutes after the initial call but were unable to locate anyone matching the complainant’s description.

Alarm-Robbery
A robbery alarm was triggered at the cash register of the Cannon Center BYU Creamery. Officers responded to the scene and found that it was a false alarm. The cause of the alarm activation remains unclear; however, upon arrival, officers determined that everything was normal and that the employees were preparing to close for the night.

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Police Beat • 11/30/2024 - 12/01/2024

Information
A vehicle was seen driving westbound on University Parkway and throwing a firework at a group of individuals sitting on the sidewalk of Lot 49. The vehicle was not positively identified, and the individuals in the group declined to file a report with the police. Fortunately, no one in the group was injured in this incident. This report is being filed for informational purposes.

Traffic Offense
A BYU student was working a traffic post at the corner of Canyon Road and Stadium Avenue when an older male approached the barricade and attempted to drive around it. The student employee stepped up to the vehicle and waved her hands to signal him to stop, but the driver merely waved back and continued, bumping into her in the process. The investigating officer made several attempts to contact the driver but has been unsuccessful. As a result, the officer referred the identified driver to the Utah Driver’s License Division for re-examination.

Alcohol Offense
A 20-year-old, intoxicated individual attempted to gain admission to a BYU football game. The individual was cited for unlawful consumption and then was transported and was later released to the custody of their family.

Found Property
A wallet was turned in to a BYU police officer at Lavell Edwards Stadium after the football game that night. The owner was contacted, and the wallet was returned.

Assault
After the football game, an officer was contacted by an individual who wished to file assault charges against another person. Both individuals had attended the BYU football game before the incident occurred. The officer spoke with both parties, and each expressed a desire to file assault charges against the other. The case will be referred to the investigation unit for follow-up.

Unsecured Premises
A police officer responded to Miller Park when a BYU employee reported that doors were found unsecured at the main building. The officer located the open doors and secured them. No further actions taken.

Fire Alarm-Gas Smell
An officer responded with Provo Fire to WyMount Laundry Building #2 for a reported gas smell in the area. Upon arrival, Provo Fire was on the scene and was unable to detect any gas readings on a 4-gas detector, nor could they smell anything in the vicinity. The reporting party stated that he could no longer detect the same odor he had noticed when he made the call.

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