Police Beat

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Gas Smell
Officers and Provo Fire were dispatched to West Campus following a report of a gas smell. Upon arrival, they confirmed the presence of gas in the building. Officers evacuated the premises while Provo Fire and the gas company investigated the source of the odor. They determined that the smell was due to a gas valve that had been replaced a couple of hours earlier. After the investigation, Provo Fire and BYU Risk Management deemed the building safe for occupancy and allowed everyone to return inside.

Welfare Check
An officer responded to the Wilkinson Center to conduct a welfare check on a person sleeping on a couch on the third floor. The complainant expressed concern that the individual might be homeless and in need of assistance. Although the complainant indicated that the person had left the area, they requested that an officer check the area, nonetheless. The officer searched the area and other floors but was unable to locate the individual. No additional calls were received regarding any concerns.

Citizen Contact
An officer was dispatched to the Talmadge Building to assist a citizen. The complainant had lost her phone but had located it in the office of the Building Care Supervisor. Upon arrival, the officer unlocked the door, and the complainant verified her ownership of the phone using her iCloud account.

Weapons Offense
While driving on 450 East, an officer noticed a couple standing at the corner of Phillips Ln. and 450 East, who appeared to be experiencing some kind of problem. The officer approached them and asked if they were okay; they responded that they had just been shot by a BB gun. The couple indicated that the vehicle responsible had turned right onto University Parkway. The officer attempted to locate the suspected vehicle but was unsuccessful. By the time he returned to the area where the couple had been, they were gone, so he could not obtain their names or further information about the car.

Later, while at the police station reviewing surveillance footage, dispatch received a complaint from a female who reported that she had also been shot by a BB gun near 900 East, close to the Cone. A second officer then met with this second victim, who had a mark on her leg from the BB. The case in under investigation.

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Medical
An officer and Provo Fire responded to North University Field following a report of two individuals who collided while playing intramural flag football. Both students sustained injuries to their head and eye areas and were transported by Provo Fire to a nearby medical facility for further treatment.

Citizen Dispute
An officer was dispatched to respond to a dispute between two individuals near the roundabout east of the Wilkinson Student Center. While en route, the officer spoke with the complainant by phone. She reported witnessing a man and woman arguing but did not know either of them. According to her, the woman walked away, after which the man returned to his vehicle—a Jeep or Bronco—and left campus, heading towards 900 East. The complainant emphasized that the altercation was verbal and did not escalate to physical confrontation. She had no further information on either individual. Upon arriving in the area, the officer searched but was unable to locate the vehicle or the parties involved.

Medical
BYU Police, along with EMS, responded to the Richards Building following reports of a basketball player who had fallen and injured his wrist. The student was unable to move his wrist and was experiencing significant pain. He was treated at the scene and advised to follow up with medical care.

Unsecure Premises
Officer responded to the Lavell Stadium for an unsecured gate, located by BYU Security. The stadium was checked and the gates secured.

Accident
An officer responded to Lot 39 for a minor property damage accident with no injuries. A report was completed, and the insurance information was exchanged.

Accident Hit & Run
A parked, unoccupied vehicle in Lot 16 was hit, resulting in damage to the right rear bumper. There was white paint transfer on the bumper. The officer is reviewing surveillance video in the area to gather any suspect information regarding the driver who left the scene.

Stalking
A male student continues to contact a female student who has repeatedly requested that he stop. This behavior was initially reported to BYU Police and Title IX on January 9, 2024. Recently, the male student has continued to send the victim several emails, even after an officer instructed him to refrain from contacting her. This case is currently under review for potential charges, and the victim has scheduled a meeting with the Police Victim Advocate to seek a stalking injunction. Title IX will be notified again to ensure continued support.

Welfare Check
An officer was assigned by the Dispatch Center to contact a supervisor of BYU student-employees at an on-campus building. The supervisor reported receiving an email from one of his employees, indicating that a third employee had sent a text message that could be interpreted as a desire to harm herself. The officer subsequently spoke with all individuals involved, including the student who sent the text. She explained that she had been suffering from a severe migraine and had texted a friend expressing a wish to escape the pain. However, she clarified that she was not contemplating self-harm and did not have any plans to hurt or kill herself. The student assured the officer that she would reach out to her mother or BYU Police if she needed assistance. The on-call supervisor was promptly notified of this information.

Abandoned 911 Call
Dispatch received an abandoned 911 hang-up call from the Missionary Training Center (MTC). At the time, a devotional was taking place inside. Officers and MTC security were unable to identify any issues.

Medical
On March 11, 2024, at approximately 2103 hours, I responded to a sick person call at Wymount Terrace, Building 11A, Apartment 617. Upon arrival with Provo paramedics, we contacted the residents of the apartment. The patient was identified using her BYU ID card, and her name is documented in the report. Medical personnel assessed her condition and determined that transport to the hospital via ambulance was unnecessary. She was advised to seek care at the nearest emergency room if her symptoms persisted or worsened, or to schedule an appointment with her doctor. No further action was taken.

Medical
An officer responded to a Wymount Terrace apartment and assisted Provo Fire with an adult female patient that was having abdominal pain and was transported to the hospital.

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Agency Assist
The officer responded to the area of 900 E 900 N to assist Provo PD with a road closure while Provo Fire worked to extinguish a small fire that had broken out in an empty building nearby. Traffic was diverted around the fire engines and equipment for a short time until Provo Fire and Provo Police cleared the scene.

Medical
An officer was dispatched to May Hall to assist Provo Fire with a medical emergency. Upon arrival, the officer observed that the patient was having difficulty speaking and appeared to be experiencing a medical issue. Provo Fire was unable to determine the cause of the patient’s condition and transported them to Utah Valley Hospital for further evaluation.

Found Property
Officer recovered a set of keys from a BYU employee who had located them inside the Smith Field House. Officer located the owner and returned the keys.

Welfare Check
An officer was dispatched to the MTC following a report of an employee who started a safe walk route scheduled to end at the MTC but was never cleared as having arrived. Dispatch contacted the MTC security supervisor, who agreed to check on the employee’s safety.

Information from Investigators
The BYU Police Department received a report about a Twitter/X post stating that someone had "heard there's a bomb planted at the Marriott School of Business, and everyone should leave ASAP." Upon investigation, police contacted the individual who made the post. They clarified that the statement was misunderstood and not intended as a serious threat. Ultimately, it was determined that there was no danger to the campus community.

Medical
An officer was dispatched to a bicycle accident at the Wilkinson Center. Upon arrival, the officer discovered that a male student had lost control of his bicycle while riding down the road on the south side of the Wilkinson Center and crashed. In speaking with the student, he reported that no other individuals were involved in the incident. The student sustained facial injuries and a shoulder injury and was transported by Provo EMS. The officer collected the student's bicycle, which will be held in the Police Bicycle shed until the owner is discharged from the hospital and can retrieve it.

Information
The complainant reported that his vehicle may have been damaged while parked in Lot 26 on 10/31/24 between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM. The officer reviewed camera footage of the complainant’s vehicle from the time it was parked until it was removed and found no evidence of damage during that period. The complainant was informed of the officer's findings, and the nature of the report was subsequently changed from a hit-and-run accident to an information report.

Suspicious Circumstance
An officer was dispatched to the Richards Building following a report of a suspicious male. The complainant, an employee, stated that she observed the male and felt he seemed out of place. When approached by the complainant, the male indicated that he did not need assistance. He was last seen on camera leaving the Richards Building heading east, approximately ten minutes before the officers arrived. Officers later checked the area east of the Richards Building but were unable to locate him.

Medical
An officer was dispatched to the Wilkinson Center following a report of a female who twisted her ankle while dancing. EMS arrived on the scene, evaluated the patient, and provided treatment. She was then escorted to her personal vehicle for transport home.

Suspicious
An officer responded to a report of a suspicious male walking around the windows of apartment 23 in Wyview Park. Upon arrival, the officer spoke with the resident of the apartment in question. It was determined that no crime had been committed.

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Suspicious
An officer was dispatched to Helaman Halls in response to a report of a suspicious vehicle. It was noted that the vehicle had no driver's side window, and that part of the steering wheel cover was missing. The officer checked the vehicle and found that it had a temporary permit; it appeared that the owner was possibly attempting to fix something to get the vehicle running. The vehicle was checked against NCIC and returned a negative result. Currently, there are no other concerns regarding the vehicle.

Property Damage
An officer was dispatched to a property damage incident on the west side of the JFSB. Upon arrival, the officer spoke with the complainant, who stated that she had been parked with her van door open when another van pulled in. The complainant explained that when the other van opened its automatic door, it struck her open door, causing damage. The owners of both vehicles were present and exchanged their insurance information. The officer collected photos and vehicle information, which will be added to the case file.

Medical
An officer from BYU EMS, along with Provo EMS, was dispatched to the 6th floor of the Tanner Building following a report of a female patient who felt like she was going to pass out. The patient was in room 640 and was found to be conscious but still feeling lightheaded. Provo EMS examined her and found all her vital signs to be normal. The patient was then released and given a ride home by her manager.

Suspicious
A report was received regarding unidentified individuals engaged in climbing activities in and around the dock area of the Eyring Science Building. Officers responded to the location and searched the grounds and premises but found no contacts. The individuals were later located in another area of the campus and were advised about risk management concerns and overall safety issues.

Suspicious
An officer was dispatched to the Harman Conference Center after a student security officer observed students free climbing on a wall near the southwest side of the building. Upon arrival, the officer spoke with the individual who was climbing and requested that they refrain from climbing on the walls or buildings of the University without permission.

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Keep the Peace
Officers were approached at JKB by a student and a parent regarding the student's welfare. The officer informed the parents that the student was an adult, which meant that no action could be taken without a judge's order or signs of self-harm from the student. Despite this, the parent refused to leave and contacted Provo PD for assistance. Ultimately, the father agreed to leave and was issued a 10-day campus ban.

Lost Property
An officer filed a lost property report after the complainant reported misplacing a key at the Miller Baseball Complex. The officer gathered the necessary information from the complainant and documented the report for further investigation.

Theft
An officer took a theft report related to the Crabtree Building. A professor reported that a set of micrometers and calipers, used for measurement, was missing from a lab cabinet and was believed to have been stolen. The officer gathered additional information and filed a report.

Lost Property
An officer responded to a report of a lost purse at the Wilkinson Student Center. The complainant searched all possible areas where the purse might have been dropped but did not find it. The officer reviewed the security camera footage and confirmed that the complainant left the WSC with the purse. The complainant also checked with Lost and Found and left their phone number in case the purse was returned. They believe the purse was left around the roundabout north of the ASB. Ultimately, the purse was turned in to Lost and Found.

Information
A student reported a suspicious charge on their Apple Pay from the Blue Line Cafe in the Tanner Building. The amount was small, and the student was unsure how the charge had occurred. An officer reviewed the security cameras but did not find anything unusual at the time of the charge. To protect against potential account compromise, the student canceled the credit card associated with their Apple Pay. At the complainant’s request, the officer filed an information-only report.

Medical
Officer responded to the LSB on a student who had passed out during class. The student was medically cleared by BYU EMS and released to go back to class.

Missing Person
On October 28, 2024, at 18:48 hours, officers responded to Lavell Edwards Stadium, where they met with the reporting party at Gate 5. She stated that her husband, who has dementia, was missing in the area. Officers located her husband near the NCAA track and gave him a ride to Gate 5 to reunite with his wife. She then drove him home, and no further action was needed.

Fraud
An officer contacted the complainant, a BYU student, by phone. He stated that he was attempting to rent an apartment he found on KSL. The complainant reported that while arranging to see the apartment, the renter requested a $100 payment to view it. The complainant found this request unusual and, upon further investigation, discovered that the advertisement was fraudulent. He stated that he had provided the alleged renter with his name, date of birth, and address, but did not share any financial information. The reporting party was advised not to have any additional contact with the fraudulent renter.

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Traffic Offense
Security dispatch reported that a security guard had observed a vehicle in the Helaman Halls parking lot. The vehicle was noted to be driving erratically. Officers responded to the area in search of the involved vehicle and its occupants. Several vehicles matching the description of a white jeep were observed, but none exhibited any criminal or suspicious activity. It was believed that the original vehicle and its occupants had already left the area.

Property Damage
An officer was dispatched to investigate a property damage report in Lot 25. The complainant stated that he believed his car had been damaged by another vehicle while parked in Lot #25. He mentioned that he thought the incident occurred between October 23, 2024, and October 26, 2024. The complainant noted that he had moved his vehicle several times during that period. However, it was unclear exactly where or when the damage had happened. The officer reviewed several hours' worth of video footage but was unable to determine whether the damage occurred while the car was parked on campus.

Accident
An officer responded to Lot 6 following a report of a hit-and-run accident. Upon arrival, the officer observed a note left on the victim’s vehicle. The victim chose to reach out to the driver who hit her vehicle to resolve the situation amicably. A follow-up was scheduled with the victim for October 27, 2024. On that date, the officer contacted the victim and was informed that both drivers had exchanged insurance information, and no further assistance was required.

Harassment
An officer responded to the Music Building after a request was made to mediate a dispute between an individual and a couple, who were observed having a verbal argument. When the officer arrived, both parties had already left the premises. Later, the officer received a request for follow-up via phone regarding the incident. He/she then contacted the complainant and documented the details of the incident. The officer provided the complainant with a case number and concluded the call. The then officer reached out to the other party and informed them that the complainant no longer wished to have any further contact.

Property Damage
An officer was informed about damage to property at the Y Trailhead. This report documents damage to a sign on the Y Trail, which may have been struck by a trail user. The sign was located near the restroom at the trailhead parking lot. An officer retrieved the sign and informed the sign shop of the need for repairs. Photos related to the incident are attached.

Welfare Check
A BYU employee contacted dispatch to report a person sleeping on a couch in the Tanner Building. Concern was expressed that the individual may have been there all night. Officers responded and conducted a welfare check on the subject, who was found to have been in the building since it opened this morning. No criminal or suspicious activity was detected, and the subject remained on scene. Officers cleared the situation without further law enforcement action being taken.

Harassment
The complainant reported being harassed by an unknown individual who contacted her via text and offered money to paint her portrait. She agreed to the arrangement and accepted a check for payment, along with an agreement to forward additional money to a third party. However, when the complainant became suspicious and realized this was a scam, she stopped responding and blocked the number. Despite this, she continued to receive messages from different numbers and subsequently from her email. This case was referred to investigators.

Suspicious
An officer was dispatched to investigate reports of possible gunshot sounds in the area of the football fields at West Campus. Upon arrival, the officer found several individuals and groups recreating on the field and track. Contact was made with a couple of people who had been playing football and asked if they had heard any sounds that could be perceived as gunshots or popping noises. They replied that they had not heard anything while they were there. Afterward, the officer drove around the campus and the surrounding streets but did not observe anything suspicious.

Suspicious
An officer was assigned by the Dispatch Center to contact a residence advisor who wanted to report a suspicious person in the Jesse Knight Building. When the officer spoke with a witness, she explained that she was sitting at a booth on the main floor of the JKB, near the vending machines, when an adult man approached her with a guitar and asked if they could go down a quiet hallway so he could play for her. The complainant indicated that she did not feel comfortable with this request and communicated her discomfort to him. She also mentioned that she saw the same man later in the day near the Cannon Center, attempting to talk to and sing to other girls.

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Agency Assist
Officers responded to the intersection of 900 East and Temple View Drive to assist Provo Police in addressing a report of three individuals who threw burning objects into the intersection before fleeing the scene. Provo Fire also arrived and extinguished the flames. Fortunately, no one was injured. Witnesses observed the suspects driving northbound in a white vehicle.

Property Damage
An officer was asked to meet with the complainant at the south entrance of the Richards Building regarding property damage. The officer met with the complainant, who reported that his motorcycle had been accidentally knocked over by an individual riding a skateboard. The officer is currently investigation the incident.

Information
The complainant called to report a student who was sleeping on the floor at the front of the classroom during class. The student was in a kneeling position and appeared to be asleep, which raised concerns for the complainant. He stated that he was calling the police so that we would have information about a student who may need assistance in the future.

Accident
A scooterist was traveling north on West Campus Drive when a motorist heading south turned left in front of the scooter, causing the operator to fall to the ground. This resulted in damage to the scooter and injuries to the operator. The scooterist declined medical attention and walked away from the scene after an officer completed a traffic accident report and provided both parties with the necessary information.

Fire/Criminal Mischief
On October 25, 2024, the BYU Police Department received a call from the MTC Security Sergeant, informing us that the individuals responsible for throwing a Molotov cocktail into the street at 900 East and Temple View Drive also threw another one off the parking garage by the Tanner Building. A license plate number was obtained, and efforts are being made to identify the individuals.

Information
An officer was assigned by the Dispatch Center to call the father of a student. When the officer spoke with the complainant, he stated that his father had been harassed by a group of male students. The father refused to provide his daughter's name or any information about the suspects. The Dispatch Center searched the area's surveillance cameras for evidence of the reported harassment but did not locate any incidents. The complainant was informed that no camera recordings were found.

Welfare Check
An officer responded to Heritage Halls, building 12, for a welfare check on a student who had not marked their virtual safe walk as completed. The officer located the roommates of the student in question, who confirmed that the student had completed their safe walk without incident and had since left campus.

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Welfare Check
BYU Police responded to the Riviera for a welfare check after a BYU student contacted dispatch to report that her boyfriend was depressed and suicidal. She requested police assistance. BYU police officers arrived at the apartment and met with the male subject. After speaking with him, he agreed to self-admit to the hospital for a mental health evaluation. He was then transported to Utah Valley Hospital by BYU police.

Medical
An officer was dispatched to the Richards Building in response to a report of a female with a dislocated shoulder. The officer and medical personnel arrived to treat the patient. After the initial assessment by paramedics, the patient was released and transported for further medical care by her husband.

Suspicious
An officer responded to the report regarding a suspicious letter that the complainant had received. Upon arrival, the officer read the letter and determined that the incident was not criminal in nature. The incident will be documented in case further issues arise.

Medical
BYU police responded to the Thomas L. Martin Building for a medical incident involving a male who had passed out and hit his head. Medical personnel evaluated the patient and ultimately transported him to the hospital for further evaluation.

Sick Person
An officer was dispatched to Lot 6 in response to a report of a female feeling sick. The officer assisted BYU EMS as needed. The patient was treated for low blood sugar and released at the scene.

Property Damage
An officer responded to parking lot 51 regarding a property damage report. The officer learned that a BYU-owned lawn mower had struck a BYU-owned flatbed trailer, causing it to collide with a parked vehicle owned by a BYU employee. Photos of the damage and the scene were taken and added to the case file. The individuals involved were advised to contact BYU Risk Management to report the incident.

Information
BYU Police were dispatched to a property damage report submitted online. The reporting party stated that a semi-truck had bumped into a stop sign while pulling out of the WSC loading dock parking lot, causing the stop sign to tip over. An officer arrived on the scene and observed a scrape on the metal pole of the stop sign, but noted that only minimal damage had occurred. The officer then leaned the stop sign back upright and notified BYU Grounds of the incident to ensure the sign was secure. Due to the minimal damage and the inability to obtain a license plate for the semi-truck, this case will be closed until further information is obtained.

Suspicious Circumstances
Originally reported as a theft at Heritage Halls. The officer reviewed video surveillance and found evidence suggesting a Housing employee had removed the item in question on behalf of its owner and deposited the item directly at the owner’s residence. No theft occurred.

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Theft
BYU police received a report of a stolen scooter. The reporting party stated that it had been taken within the past 24 hours but was unsure of where he had last parked the scooter. An officer took the report and forwarded the information to detectives after being unable to locate any additional details about the possibly stolen scooter.

Information
BYU police were dispatched to the Marriott Center due to reports of a threatening individual. The individual, an elderly male, became upset after he was unable to purchase tickets for an event and made a threat directed toward the ticket office employees. Police were able to identify the individual and responded to his residence to discuss the incident. The man was extremely embarrassed and apologetic, and he fully cooperated with the officers. He was informed about Utah State Code and warned that making such threats could lead to criminal charges.

Accident
Traffic accident reported in Lot 38. No injuries and very minor damage.

Accident
Officer responded to Lot 1 on a non-reportable accident. The owners exchanged information, and the officer completed a non-reportable accident report.

Theft
An officer was dispatched to investigate a report of a stolen scooter from West Campus. The complainant stated that he would search for any serial numbers or pictures he had of the scooter. As of now, there is no additional information to follow up on.

Lost Property
An officer responded to a report of lost AirPods. The officer and the complainant went to a general area in Provo to search for them. After checking the area, the complainant was able to locate and retrieve their AirPods.

Accident Hit & Run
A Lincoln Town Car was struck while parked in Lot 59. There is no suspect information available, and officers are currently investigating the incident.

Found Property
BYU police were dispatched to the MOA where a knife had been found in the grass. An officer responded to the area and took possession of the knife. The knife was booked into evidence for safekeeping until the owner is located.

Medical
An officer responded to the Richards Building's east soccer field regarding a female student who was injured during an intramural soccer game. The student injured her left knee during the game. BYU EMS arrived to assess the injury. It was determined that she would get a ride home from her brother and might go to InstaCare if the pain continues.

Suspicious Person
A suspicious person was reported at the food court in the Wilkinson Student Center. Officers responded and contacted a homeless individual who was eating in the food court. Although he was reported to be holding a rock, he was not causing any problems. The individual left without incident when officers arrived. He was very cooperative but declined to provide his name, informing the officers that he knew he wasn’t in trouble because he was just eating. He left when the officers informed him that the building was closing in a few minutes.

Medical
An officer responded to the MTC for a medical assist concerning a sister missionary who was reportedly unconscious. The officer assisted Provo Fire and BYU EMS in locating Building R3, where assistance was needed. The incident turned out to be an extreme anxiety/stress case. The missionary had only been in the field for a week and was experiencing stress-related issues. The MTC was able to contact the parents, who were staying in West Valley City. They responded to the MTC to assist their daughter. Police assistance was not needed in this case, and the officer cleared the scene.

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Lost Property
An officer was dispatched to contact the complainant regarding a lost wallet from October 18, 2024, near LaVell Edwards Stadium. The complainant stated that he last saw his wallet around the stadium on Friday. The wallet is a black, bifold type with cash, an ID, and various cards inside. None of these cards have been used since it went missing. The officer advised the complainant to check various lost and found locations and to report the cards as lost.

Accident
This report was prepared after all parties had cleared the scene. Vehicle 1 was stopped at the exit of Lot 5 on the BYU campus, waiting to turn. A pedestrian was riding a "one wheel" device south on 700 E. An unrelated vehicle turned into the continuous left turn lane to access Lot 5. The pedestrian swerved to the west and contacted the front driver's quarter panel of Vehicle 1. Vehicle 1 sustained minor damage. The driver of Vehicle 1 reported that the pedestrian appeared somewhat dazed but declined medical attention. The occupants of Vehicle 1 reported no injuries. No vehicles were towed because of this incident. The officer has requested video surveillance of the incident, which will be attached to the case once it is received.

Lost Property
An officer responded by phone regarding a lost wallet that may have been lost on campus or in Provo. The complainant had already taken measures to prevent fraud. The officer took the report and advised the complainant to contact the Provo Police Department in case the wallet is turned in there.

Threatening
A complainant came to the station to report that he heard his friend being threatened by the father of his friend's ex-girlfriend. According to the complainant, Title IX is investigating the relationship between the former couple. When asked why the victim wasn't making the complaint, the complainant stated that his friend didn't feel particularly threatened. He also mentioned that his friend has already talked with someone from Title IX about the threat. The officer will document what he was told, and the case will be referred to investigations.

Information
A complainant called to report an incident of harassment. At approximately 12:40 a.m. on Sunday morning, a male appeared at the female complainant's door in Heritage Halls 11. He was wearing a paper dog mask and was pounding on the door, barking, yelling, and making throat-slitting motions. The complainant was not home at the time, but her roommates were present and believed the male might have been a former friend of the complainant's. The officer was able to locate footage of the male and three others being let into the building by another female who was already inside. The complainant was shown a picture of the five individuals, and she recognized them as both current and former friends. It was determined that this was a prank and that there was no actual threat. At this time, the incident will only be documented.

Welfare Check
A welfare check was conducted on a student whose father was unable to reach her after she walked from her car near Lot 45 to Helaman Halls. The student's father eventually got her to answer her phone, so dispatch canceled the call.

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Lost Property
An officer was dispatched to speak with the complainant regarding a lost wallet from October 18, 2024, near LaVell Edwards Stadium. The complainant stated that he had last seen his wallet around the stadium on Friday. The wallet is a black, bi-fold design containing cash, an ID, and various cards, none of which have been used. The officer advised the complainant to check several lost and found locations and to report the cards as missing.

Accident
This report was compiled after all parties had cleared the scene. Vehicle 1 was stopped at the exit of Lot 5 on the BYU campus, waiting to turn. A pedestrian was riding a "one wheel" device south on 700 E. An unrelated vehicle entered the continuous left turn lane to head into Lot 5. The pedestrian swerved to the west, contacting the front driver's quarter panel of Vehicle 1, which sustained minor damage. The driver of Vehicle 1 reported that the pedestrian appeared somewhat dazed, but the pedestrian declined medical attention. The occupants of Vehicle 1 also reported no injuries. No vehicles were towed because of this incident. The officer has requested video surveillance of the incident, which will be attached to the case once it is received.

Lost Property
An officer responded by phone regarding a lost wallet that may have been lost either on campus or in Provo. The complainant had already taken measures for fraud prevention. The officer took the report and advised the complainant to contact Provo PD in case the wallet is turned in there.

Threatening
A complainant came to the station to report that he heard his friend being threatened by the father of the friend's ex-girlfriend. According to the complainant, Title IX is investigating the relationship between the former couple. When asked why the victim wasn't making the report himself, the complainant said that his friend didn't feel particularly threatened. The complainant also stated that his friend has already spoken with someone from Title IX about the threat.

Information
A complainant called to report a delayed incident of harassment. At approximately 12:40 a.m. on Sunday morning, a male appeared at the complainant's door in Heritage Halls 11. He was wearing a paper dog mask and was pounding on the door, barking, yelling, and making throat-slitting motions. Although the complainant was not home at the time, her roommates were present and believed the male might have been a former friend of the complainant. The officer was able to obtain footage showing the male and three others being let into the building by another female who was already inside. The complainant was shown a picture of the five individuals and recognized them as both current and former friends. It was determined that this was a prank and posed no actual threat. At this time, the incident will only be documented.

Welfare Check
A welfare check was conducted on a student whose father was unable to reach her after she walked from her car near Lot 45 to Helaman Halls. The student's father eventually got her to answer her phone, so dispatch canceled the call.

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Accident
Report of a traffic accident in the Heritage Halls area: no injuries reported, only property damage. An officer arrived on the scene and assisted with the exchange of information. DI-9 was submitted.

Assault
An officer responded to a request for phone contact from a complainant who wanted to report an assault. The officer reached out to the complainant and provided them with a case number. The case has been referred to the investigations for follow-up.

Citizen Contact
A caller reported receiving a phone call today at approximately 0310 hours from a person posing as law enforcement. The call is believed to be a scam, as the caller was demanding money to release their daughter from a jail facility. This is a common scam. An officer contacted the caller by phone, explained the nature of these scam communications, and encouraged them to block the number and refrain from further engagement with the scammer. The caller indicated that no money had been exchanged and there were no other losses.

Medical
An officer was dispatched to the Richards Building regarding a male individual with a knee injury. The officer, along with Provo Fire, arrived at the scene and provided treatment to the patient. It was determined that the patient would go to the hospital in a private vehicle. The officer and Provo Fire assisted the individual to his vehicle.

Medical
A female patient was found unresponsive and experiencing a seizure at the Helaman Field entrance from University Parkway. She was wearing medical bracelets that detailed her medical condition and provided an emergency contact. However, her emergency contact was unresponsive when called. Provo Fire and Rescue arrived on the scene and rendered medical aid. The patient regained consciousness and was transported to her residence by Provo Fire. Additionally, she had two dogs with her, and they were also taken to her residence.

Suspicious Circumstance
The BYU women's cross-country coach reported that the parents of two of her athletes received a suspicious call from a man claiming to be a BYU police officer. The man told the parents that their daughters had been arrested and needed bail money to get out of jail. The officer verified that the call was a scam and reported this information to the coach to be relayed to her athletes and their parents.

Accident
An officer was dispatched to a traffic accident in parking lot 41. The officer was informed that one vehicle was backing out of a stall while the other was traveling through the parking lot when a collision occurred. The officer gathered the necessary information for a driver's exchange form and provided a copy to both drivers. Pictures were taken of the damage and the accident scene. The drivers were advised to contact their insurance companies to report the incident.

Accident
While investigating a traffic accident in Lot 41, the officer was approached by an individual who stated that they had accidentally brushed against a parked vehicle while attempting to park. The officer contacted the owner of the parked vehicle, who responded to the scene. The officer completed driver exchange forms for both parties involved and photographed the damage. The photos, along with information about the vehicles and parties involved, have been documented in this report.

Unsecure Premises
While patrolling campus, an officer observed multiple open gates to Helaman Field. The officer checked the area and secured the gates.

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Welfare Check
An officer was dispatched to conduct a welfare check on an employee at the BYU Culinary Support Center. Prior to the officer's arrival, contact was made with the subject of the welfare check, and no further contact was necessary.

Unsecured Premises
A BYU Security Officer reported that the Helaman Field gate on Canyon Road was open and requested that a police officer secure the gate. The officer drove through the open gate and discovered a BYU vehicle and a grounds employee who had just opened the gate. No further action was necessary

Suspicious
An officer was notified by dispatch of a delayed report regarding a suspicious incident via email. The officer was able to contact the complainant by phone and gather information. The complainant stated that last night, around 8:30 PM, on the south side of the LSB, a male individual began to follow her. She mentioned that she smiled at him near the J Dawgs restaurant, after which he started following her. The complainant explained that the man followed her south of campus for several blocks until she ran to a nearby church. He waited outside the church for several minutes. The complainant eventually left through a different door with some friends she met at the church.

Property Damage
An officer was dispatched to the bell tower following a report of vandalism involving several deck tiles and ground-level spotlights. The officer photographed the damage and spoke with a BYU Grounds employee, who will prepare an estimate of the damage and coordinate repairs. This investigation is ongoing.

Property Damage
An officer met with the complainant at the JKB regarding a delayed traffic accident. The complainant, a BYU employee, stated that his vehicle had been parked in the lot west of the fuel service station on Thursday. He showed the officer the damage sustained to his vehicle, and a picture was taken and added to the case file. The complainant mentioned that he had already spoken with the BYU shops, which indicated that they only needed a case number to arrange for the vehicle's repair. They believed the damage was likely caused by one of the campus rental vehicles.

Lost Property
An international student lost the SIM card from her cell phone and requested a Lost Property report. She reported the card was lost some time in the past week and was not sure if it was lost on or off campus. She stated this report is needed as documentation to purchase a replacement SIM card from her country.

Accident
An officer responded to Lot 59 following reports of a traffic accident involving two vehicles. Upon arrival, the officer spoke with the parties involved and learned that Vehicle 1 was making a right turn around Vehicle 2, which was parked. It then collided with the front passenger-side corner of Vehicle 2. At the time of the accident, Vehicle 2 was unoccupied, but the owner arrived shortly afterward. The officer provided a driver exchange form to both parties and took photographs of the damage, which will be included in the file for this report.

Medical
An officer was dispatched to the Tanner Building following a report of a female who had passed out. When the officer arrived, the female was conscious. The officer remained with the patient until BYU EMS and Provo Fire arrived. The patient was subsequently transported to a nearby hospital by Provo Fire.

Trespassing
Officers were dispatched to Helaman Halls following a report of an adult male trespassing in John Hall, which is a female dormitory. The complainant identified the male as the father of one of the residents, who does not wish to have contact with him. There was an approximate 20 to 30-minute delay in reporting, and the officers were unable to locate the individual.

Lost Property
A complainant had left his mountain bike outside near the Wilkinson Student Center while he ran an errand inside the building. When he returned, he found that the bike was missing. Surveillance cameras revealed that BYU Security had impounded the vehicle because it was left abandoned and unlocked on a bench near the Wilkinson Student Center. The officer provided the complainant with BYU Security's phone number so he could retrieve his bike. No further action was necessary.

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Suspicious
On October 17, 2024, at 0007 hours, the Resident Assistant of Heritage 11 observed an adult male wearing black clothing and a motorcycle helmet walking around the outside of Building 11 and waiting near the entrance, acting suspiciously. The Resident Assistant was aware of a statement from BYU Police regarding suspicious activity in the area and reported the behavior. Officers conducted extra patrols in the area but were unable to locate the suspect. They continued their extra patrols at Heritage throughout the shift.

Medical
An officer was dispatched to assist with a medical situation at Heritage Halls near the basketball court between buildings 9 and 10 for a female student who had injured her head. It was reported that she stood up too quickly and accidentally hit another student in the mouth, resulting in his tooth puncturing her head and causing a very minor wound. Provo Fire responded and assessed her injury as very minor, determining that she did not require medical attention.

Accident Rollover
On October 17, 2024, at 0335 hours, a traffic accident occurred at the roundabout on the BYU campus, at the intersection of East Campus Drive and 1100 North. The vehicle entered the roundabout traveling northbound on East Campus Drive at a high rate of speed, struck the curb, and became airborne, clearing the roundabout. It then broke a large tree in the center before landing on the opposite side of the roundabout. After contacting the vehicle owner, it was discovered that the vehicle had been stolen from her residence at 390 North 700 East in Provo. The vehicle owner is filing a stolen vehicle report with the Provo Police. An occupant of the vehicle was seen fleeing the scene northbound through the BYU campus. The suspect was apprehended by the Provo Police at 350 North 50 East in Provo and taken into custody. See Provo PD case 24PR22921.

Accident
Officer documented an accident that occurred in Lot 37 involving a motor vehicle in transit and a parked vehicle. There were no injuries and both vehicles remained operable. Owners of the vehicles both were e-mailed driver exchange forms.

Medical
An officer was dispatched to the JKB following a report of a female student experiencing a seizure. The officer arrived on the scene with BYU EMS and Provo Fire. The officer stood by and assisted as needed. The patient was not transported by EMS but was released to a parent who had arrived on the scene.

Nuisance
A female student called the police to report that a male with a suitcase on campus made her feel uncomfortable by commenting on her beauty, asking her name, and talking about her hair. Campus police located the individual and discovered that he had no legitimate reason to be on campus; he was a homeless man from Salt Lake County. The police subsequently dismissed him from the campus and warned not to return.

Sex Offense
An officer was contacted by a complainant regarding a delayed report of suspicious activity at the Wilkinson Center. The complainant reported that a male subject was believed to be taking inappropriate pictures or videos of her. The officer was able to locate the incident using the video surveillance system. In the footage, it is clearly visible that the male was using his cell phone to capture inappropriate images up her skirt. Video footage was requested. The victim was emailed a witness statement to complete. Contact was made with the investigation lieutenant, who was informed of the situation, and the victim’s advocate was also updated.

Lost Property
A student reported that her AirPods were lost or stolen from the second floor of the LSB sometime between 11:15 and 12:15 today. She mentioned that her AirPods are still tracking around the LSB, but with a large radius, making it difficult for her to locate them. The officer recommended that the student check with LSB Building Care to find the AirPods. The student later texted the officer, stating that she had found her AirPods at the Building Care Lost and Found. No further action is necessary.

Criminal Mischief
A police officer responded to a report of a possible delayed criminal mischief that had occurred at Miller Park. The officer arrived and found multiple trash cans toppled over along with a large ice machine that the officer estimated was worth more than $2000.00. The officer documented the scene and will review camera footage. This case will be referred to the Investigations Division.

Unsecure Premises
A police officer responded to a report of an unsecured exterior door at the Hinkley Center. Upon arrival, the officer discovered that the door could not be locked. The officer attempted to use multiple keys to secure the door but was unsuccessful. The officer then notified dispatch that access services would need to be called to secure the door. No further actions were taken.

Accident
Report of a hit-and-run incident in Parking Lot #37, located north of the Indoor Practice Field (IPF). An officer responded and contacted the owner of the damaged vehicle. The officer observed the reported damage and documented the incident. The vehicle had been parked in that location while its occupants attended a women’s soccer game. The suspect vehicle is possibly white, based on paint transfer found at the scene. As of now, there is no known suspect vehicle or driver. The case is under investigation.

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