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- Neighbor’s 911 call: what authorities heard before the arrest
- Arrest and legal outcome from the 2023 confrontation
- Video leak reignites scrutiny and public backlash
- Family dynamics and custody fights after the incident
- Statements from both sides and media fallout
- Industry consequences and ongoing investigations
- Key dates and developments, at a glance
- What remains unresolved
A frantic 911 recording has surfaced that captures a neighbor hearing screams outside Taylor Frankie Paul’s home the night of a 2023 confrontation with her then-partner. The call paints a chaotic scene and resurfaces months after the altercation made headlines again when video of the incident leaked online.
Neighbor’s 911 call: what authorities heard before the arrest
In the emergency call obtained by Us Weekly from the Herriman City Police Department, a neighbor reports hearing a woman shout for help. She describes noises that suggested someone was trying to leave the house.
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- The caller told operators she heard a woman yelling, saying words like “Get off me.”
- She mentioned a garage door opening and closing and the sound of a truck starting.
- The neighbor said she could not tell whether children were inside the home.
- She asked dispatch not to disclose that she had phoned, and said there were no sounds of weapons or heavy drinking.
The recording shows the caller worried about the family’s safety but uncertain about the exact events unfolding inside the residence.
Arrest and legal outcome from the 2023 confrontation
Officers arrested Paul later that evening after police responded to the disturbance. The incident involved Paul and Dakota Mortensen, who at the time were in a relationship.
- Initial charges included aggravated assault.
- Paul ultimately pleaded guilty to one felony count of aggravated assault.
- Under the plea, that felony is set to be reduced to a misdemeanor after Paul completes three years of probation.
- Other proposed charges, such as counts alleging domestic violence in the presence of a child, child abuse, and criminal mischief, were dropped.
Video leak reignites scrutiny and public backlash
Although the altercation occurred in 2023, the story returned to public attention this month when footage of the encounter was leaked. The video reportedly shows a violent exchange inside Paul’s Utah home.
In the clip, a metal barstool thrown during the struggle appears to strike Paul and Mortensen’s then-5-year-old daughter, Indy. That moment provoked significant concern online and among reporters.
Family dynamics and custody fights after the incident
Paul and Mortensen reconciled later in 2023 and welcomed a son, Ever. They also share custody arrangements tied to Paul’s older child, Ocean, from a prior relationship.
- After the leaked footage, Mortensen filed for a restraining order against Paul.
- He alleged Paul choked him in the presence of their son during a more recent incident.
- Mortensen was granted temporary custody of Ever amid safety concerns.
Statements from both sides and media fallout
Paul’s publicist responded to the leak by arguing the video lacked context and accused Mortensen of running a campaign to damage Paul’s reputation. The representative called the timing and presentation of the footage “destructive.”
Mortensen pushed back, denying those claims. He said his priority is their son’s safety and called on Paul to do the same.
Industry consequences and ongoing investigations
The leaked material prompted networks to act. ABC canceled Paul’s scheduled season of The Bachelorette after the footage circulated.
Law enforcement is also looking into additional alleged incidents between Paul and Mortensen.
- Officials say two more allegations of domestic violence are under review: one from 2024 and another from earlier this year.
- Those probes have paused production on Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.
Key dates and developments, at a glance
- 2023: Disturbance at Paul’s home; neighbor calls 911; Paul arrested.
- 2023 (later): Paul pleads guilty to aggravated assault; probation arranged.
- 2023 (post-arrest): Paul and Mortensen reconcile and have a child together.
- 2024: Additional alleged incident reported; investigation opened.
- 2026 (this month): Video leaked, new restraining order filed, temporary custody awarded, ABC cancels Paul’s show.
What remains unresolved
Investigations into multiple alleged events are ongoing. Media outlets continue to seek comment from Paul’s representatives and from Mortensen.
Authorities and both families face difficult questions about the safety of the children and the full context behind the video that has now been shared widely online.
