Taylor Frankie Paul Faces Third Domestic Violence Probe

Taylor Frankie Paul, star of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, is under investigation for a third alleged domestic violence incident involving her ex-boyfriend Dakota Mortensen. According to multiple reports, authorities in West Jordan and Draper, Utah, are investigating allegations stemming from an incident reported at the end of February 2026 but believed to have occurred in early to mid-2024.

The West Jordan Police Department confirmed they are actively gathering and verifying information. As reported by Los Angeles Times, police have spoken with Mortensen and are trying to arrange an interview with Paul, who has not yet been charged. Investigators are asking Paul to come in to give her side of the story or submit a written statement.

The latest allegation comes less than a week after ABC pulled Paul's upcoming season of The Bachelorette just three days before its scheduled premiere due to leaked footage showing Paul throwing metal chairs at Mortensen during a 2023 altercation with her daughter present. Production on Season 5 of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives has also reportedly been halted amid these investigations.

As a result of the inquiry, Paul has temporarily lost custody of Ever, the son she shares with Mortensen. According to court documents reviewed by Los Angeles Times, Paul was not granted visitation with their son, and a temporary protective order was issued against her on March 20.

A spokesperson for Paul stated that she is grateful for ABC's support as she prioritizes her family's safety and security. The spokesperson also mentioned that Paul has been suffering extensive mental and physical abuse and threats of retaliation. Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill told USA Today that his office had requested all investigative material to screen the most recent allegations for charges, noting potential enhancements due to a prior plea in abeyance to a domestic violence offense.