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“The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” star Taylor Frankie Paul is accused of a third domestic violence incident.
Authorities in West Jordan, Utah, are investigating allegations of domestic violence against Paul stemming from the 2024 incident, brought by his ex-boyfriend, Dakota Mortensen, Fox News Digital has learned.
“The West Jordan Police Department is currently investigating an incident involving Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen. Allegations were reported in late February 2026, and detectives have reviewed video believed to have been recorded in early 2024,” authorities confirmed.
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Taylor Frankie Paul is facing a third domestic violence investigation. (Natalie Cass/Disney)
Police are now reviewing multiple videos captured in the alleged altercation to determine details and timelines.
“Investigators are busy gathering and verifying information and are in the process of interviewing the parties involved. They are currently involved, as the investigation is ongoing.”
According to NBC News, police only have Mortensen’s account of the incident. Authorities did not interview Paul directly but spoke to his attorney. Investigators are asking Paul to come in to give his side of the story or provide a written statement.
Police in Draper, Utah, reportedly confirmed a separate domestic violence investigation involving both Paul and Mortensen, with allegations on both sides, it was reported on Feb. 24 and 25 Feb. That case is still ongoing.
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Fox News Digital reached out to Draper police for more information, in addition to Paul and Mortensen for comment, but did not immediately receive a response.
The police are reportedly seeking a statement from Paul regarding the new allegations against him. (Fred Hayes/Disney via Getty Images)
Paul’s spokesperson previously told Fox News Digital, following the cancellation of her season of “The Bachelorette,” “Taylor is grateful for ABC’s support as she prioritizes the safety and security of her family. After years of silent mental and physical abuse and threats of retaliation, Taylor is finally finding the strength to confront her accuser and ensure she is protected from any accuser and take further action.”
“There are too many women who suffer in silence as they survive their aggressive, jealous lovers who do not want them to continue with their lives,” continued the spokesperson. “Taylor has remained silent for fear of further abuse, retaliation, and public shaming. She is currently exploring all her options, seeking support, and preparing to own and share her story.”
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Paul’s publicist recently shared that the reality star is getting ready to tell his side of the story. (Getty Images)
The first domestic violence incident led to charges against Paul, who pleaded guilty to aggravated assault in August 2023. Video of the incident was shared earlier this month by TMZ, and shortly after, ABC announced it would cancel Paul’s season of “The Bachelorette.”
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Production on season 5 of “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” has also reportedly been halted following the resurgence of the incident.
Paul has reportedly been “silently mentally and physically abused,” a representative for the reality star said. (MEGA/GC Images)
Paul, 31, shares two children – Indy, 8, and Ocean, 5 – with ex-husband Tate Paul, and one-year-old son, Ever, with Mortensen.
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In a statement sent to Fox News Digital last week, a spokesperson for Disney Entertainment Television said, “Due to the newly released video that surfaced today, we have made the decision not to move forward with a new season of ‘The Bachelorette’ at this time, and are focusing on supporting the family.”
Christina Dugan Ramirez of Fox News Digital contributed to this report.
