Sick person
A female student at the Benson Building reported feeling unwell after pricking her finger with a needle during class. BYU EMS and police responded to the scene, provided first aid and released the student.
A woman at the McKay Building reported feeling lightheaded but said she did not sustain any injuries. BYU EMS evaluated her on-site and then released her; she was taken to the BYU Health Center upon request.
Accident
A minor accident occurred in the Life Sciences Building basement parking structure involving a BYU student and a staff member. There were no reported injuries, and both individuals exchanged information.
A vehicle was damaged while parked in Lot 37. The incident is currently under investigation. No suspect information is available at this time.
A BYU student was involved in a traffic accident while riding a scooter in Provo. Provo Police and EMS responded and transported the student to the Student Health Center for treatment.
A vehicle struck a deer at 708 E. University Parkway, damaging the front bumper and hood. An officer photographed the damage, the incident was documented and the driver was advised to contact his insurance company.
A police officer responded to Lot 25 regarding a hit-and-run incident. The owner said he returned to his parked car to find damage to the driver's side. There were no witnesses, and the incident was documented.
A two-car accident occurred in Lot 52 near the Wymount Terrace office. One vehicle was unoccupied, and the other was a BYU car driven by a student. Both parties were later notified.
A student reported to BYU Police that her car, parked in Lot 18 between 9:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., was damaged. An officer responded and filed a report to document the incident.
A BYU Police officer documented a minor traffic incident in a private parking lot on campus. No injuries occurred, both vehicles remained operable and the incident was non-reportable.
Animal Problem
A car struck a deer on North University Parkway near the BYU campus, leaving the animal paralyzed in the roadway. BYU officers moved the deer to a grass strip near the University Services Building and euthanized it with a single shot. BYU Police said they followed standard procedure.
BYU Police responded to a report of an injured deer at Wyview Park behind Building 26. Officers found the deer and saw it jump over bushes. Because the deer remained mobile despite its injury, officers decided to leave it undisturbed.
Agency Assist
Provo Police responded to an accident on 900 East after a car ran off the road and collided with the Missionary Training Center fence. Provo Police handled the scene, and a BYU officer assisted.
Police requested assistance from BYU Police in identifying a suspect involved in a hit-and-run incident at 835 W. University Pkwy. in Orem. Surveillance footage shows a man wearing BYU apparel. The officer will continue to assist in the investigation.
Sexual Assault
A third party from another jurisdiction reported a possible sexual assault that may have occurred on the BYU campus. An officer followed up with the caller by phone, and the case is under investigation.
Suspicious
A suspicious person was reported at the Student Athlete Building, but officers found the individual working at his desk, who showed his student ID. Dispatch confirmed he was an employee, and he even entered the building using a fingerprint.
A law enforcement officer responded to HR 8 following a report of a possible vaping tobacco violation by a student residing there. After speaking with the student, the officer found no evidence to warrant further action. The student was also advised of the campus regulations.
Found Property/Lost Property
A BYU officer responded to Lot 34 regarding a found credit card. Dispatch located the owner's phone number and identified the owner as a security officer assigned to building security.
A BYU officer responded to a report of a lost wallet in the Wilkinson Student Center. The person who left the wallet in the south basement bathroom has been unable to locate it since losing it Jan. 15, 2026.
Alarm
Officers responded to a duress alarm at the LSB. Upon arrival, they discovered that ward members working at the clerk’s desk had accidentally activated the duress button. The alarm was reset, and officers cleared the scene.
BYU Police responded to a fire alarm at the USB, which was found to have been pulled accidentally. There were no signs of fire, smoke or any emergency. An officer reset the alarm.
Medical
A woman fainted during a church meeting at the Engineering Building. She told responders she has a history of fainting. BYU Police and Provo Fire evaluated her, and she was released to the care of friends.
A soccer player injured his elbow during a game at an indoor practice facility. Medical personnel treated him on-site. He declined ambulance transport and was taken by a friend for further medical care.
An officer responded to a student injury at the Richards Building pool. BYU EMS provided first aid for a twisted ankle. Because no police action was needed, the officer cleared the scene.
Provo EMS and an officer responded to Heritage Hall’s John Hall after a student accidentally took too much of her antidepressant. Paramedics determined the dose was not life-threatening. The student said she did not intend to harm herself.
A hiker collapsed on the Y Trail, and four people found him unresponsive. The group called 911 and began CPR. Paramedics and BYU Police took over upon arrival, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Citizen Contact
An officer checked on a student after security lost contact during a Safewalk. The student answered the phone and said they had arrived safely, explaining they forgot to end the Safewalk session and did not need help.
A BYU officer responded to a report of damage to a water feature in the Tanner Building. University facilities staff investigated and confirmed the damage was caused by a mechanical issue.
An officer followed up with a caller regarding a reported vehicle theft. The caller told the officer he had simply parked in a different location and found his vehicle; it had not been stolen.