Reality television personality Taylor Frankie Paul is embroiled in serious new domestic violence allegations, as her ex-boyfriend Dakota Mortensen has accused her of physically assaulting him during two separate altercations. According to official police reports, Mortensen described incidents involving "grabbing, scratching, shoving and striking" by the 31-year-old star of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.
Police Investigation Details
On February 23, authorities from the Draper City Police Department initiated an investigation into a domestic assault incident involving Paul and her 33-year-old former partner. The investigation was prompted by a call from Mortensen's friend, who reported that Mortensen had been victimized at Paul's Draper residence.
The police report, obtained by People magazine, contains detailed allegations from Mortensen. He stated he experienced two distinct physical assaults, with evidence including photographs of scratches on his neck documented by responding officers. Notably, Mortensen expressed apprehension about reporting the incidents initially, citing Paul's high public profile as a concern.
Ongoing Legal Proceedings
This latest development follows Mortensen's recent filing for a protective order against Paul on March 19. A hearing regarding this restraining order is scheduled for April 7 in Utah. Meanwhile, no criminal charges have been filed in connection with these new allegations, and police have not formally identified the accused individual in their public statements.
The Draper City Police Department is conducting an open domestic assault investigation that involves the former couple and their youngest child. Additionally, the West Jordan Police Department is separately investigating an active domestic violence case involving Paul and Mortensen.
Previous Legal History
Paul has a documented history with domestic violence allegations. In 2023, she was arrested after a widely circulated video showed her throwing metal chairs at a partner during an altercation. This incident led to the cancellation of her scheduled season on The Bachelorette and resulted in criminal charges.
She ultimately pleaded guilty in abeyance to aggravated assault charges related to the 2023 case, with additional charges of assault, criminal mischief, and commission of domestic violence in the presence of a child. Paul remains on probation for that conviction, which could be affected by the outcomes of these new investigations.
Family Background
Paul and Mortensen share a two-year-old son named Ever. Paul also has two other children from her previous marriage to ex-husband Tate Paul: eight-year-old daughter Indy and five-year-old son Ocean. The police report specifically mentions that one of the alleged incidents under investigation occurred in the presence of a child.
The Daily Mail has reached out to both Paul and Mortensen for comment regarding these latest allegations. The investigations by both Utah police departments continue as legal proceedings advance on multiple fronts.
