Blotter: Police News from the Campus and Community

Friday, Sept. 16, 2005

* Police responded to the Merrill Library on the report of an individual who woke up in his office with a broken, bloody nose, and no memory of how it occurred. Logan City Emergency Medical Services responded and transported the victim to the hospital. Investigation is continuing.

* Police responded to the Natural Resources building in two minutes for a report of a fire in the trash dumpster. The fire was started by someone dumping hot coals in the trash dumpster. The flame was extinguished by the USU Fire Marshal. No damage was reported.

* A concerned student reported to USU Police that he believed he was a victim of identity theft. The investigation is continuing.

* A individual contacted USU Police to report a noise problem. The individual stated that several members of a fraternity where on Old Main Hill chanting profanities. Police are investigating.

Saturday, Sept. 17, 2005

* Just before 1 a.m., USU Police assisted Logan City Police by providing back up at a fraternity house. One minor was issued a citation for possession of alcohol.

Sunday, Sept. 18, 2005

* USU Police responded to a fire alarm at Mountain View Tower in under one minute. Police found that the alarm had been set off by someone trying to cook popcorn in the microwave.

Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2005

* USU Police assisted Logan City Police by looking for a suicidal individual that could possibly be around the USU Campus. The individual was later found at Willow Park and transported to Logan Regional Hospital.

* USU Police responded to the Taggart Student Center for a medical assist. An individual in the computer lab was complaining of shortness of breath and feeling faint. Logan City Paramedics were called, and after an evaluation, the patient was transported by Police to the InstaCare clinic.* USU Police assisted Logan City Police with a DUI arrest that took place at First Dam.

Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2005

* Police responded to the Cashier’s Office in the Taggart Student Center for a possible credit card fraud by a student to pay their tuition. Police are investigating at this time.

* USU Police responded to the Fieldhouse to take a theft report that a pool cue bridge had been stolen from the Bull Pen in the Fieldhouse. The bridge was taken after hours. Police are investigating.

Thursday, Sept. 22, 2005

* Police responded to Mountain View Tower on a report of alcohol use. Four individuals all over the age of 21, were contacted and the alcohol was confiscated and disposed of.

* Police made contact with an individual near the Ag Science building. The individual was cited for minor in possession of tobacco.

Compiled by Aaron Falk.All police blotters can be found at www.utah statesman.com