“Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” star Taylor Frankie Paul’s neighbor called the police moments before her 2023 arrest, according to a new report. The Hulu reality star was allegedly heard screaming and seen repeatedly entering and exiting her Utah home during a domestic dispute with her ex-boyfriend, Dakota Mortensen.
Taylor Frankie Paul Heard Screaming ‘Get Off Me’ Moments Before Her 2023 Arrest
Us Weekly obtained Paul’s neighbor’s 911 call the night of her arrest. During the call, Paul’s neighbor revealed that they had observed the reality star having an intense argument with Mortensen.
“First, there’s like domestic violence; somebody is screaming, ‘get off me.’ There is a woman screaming,” the neighbor said on the phone. “The garage door keeps opening and shutting. It sounds like she’s trying to get out.”
Paul’s neighbor explained that they noticed someone repeatedly coming and going. “Somebody’s getting in the truck,” the neighbor said. “So, it looks like the lady who was screaming might be leaving right now. … [She] actually didn’t leave. Now, she’s going back in the house.”
Paul’s Neighbor Didn’t Want Her To Know They Called The Police
Elsewhere during the call, Paul’s neighbor attempted to share more information about the reality star’s family life with the 911 operator.
“I know they have kids, [but] I don’t know if the kids are there right now, because I think she shares time with her ex-husband,” they said. “I would love to know if they’re OK. I mean, it looks like she’s OK right now. I don’t know if somebody else in there was screaming.”
While Paul’s neighbor admitted on the call that they were unsure what was actually happening, they were certain that they didn’t want to be involved. “But anyway, I don’t really want them to know that I’m the one that’s calling the police,” the caller said.
Taylor Frankie Paul Seen Throwing Chairs At Ex-Boyfriend In 2023 Video
The recovered 911 call comes weeks after a video appearing to show Paul striking Mortensen and pulling his hair went viral online, according to The Blast.
Elsewhere in the video, Paul is seen appearing to choke Mortensen before throwing several metal chairs at him, even hitting her own daughter in the process.
“This is called physical abuse. This is all you do,” Mortensen could be heard saying in the shocking video. “It’s the only thing you know how to do is hurt me. You think this is OK? It’s not OK. Holy sh-t.”
The release of the assault video also had major implications on Paul’s career, as ABC canceled her season of “The Bachelorette,” which would’ve been currently airing.
“In light of the newly released video just surfaced today, we have made the decision to not move forward with the new season of The Bachelorette at this time, and our focus is on supporting the family,” a Disney spokesperson said.
Cinanbon also backed out of its partnership with ABC and “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.”
“Cinnabon has made the decision to terminate its collaboration with ‘The Bachelorette’ and ‘The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.’ Recent developments and allegations surrounding the lead cast member led us to reassess this collaboration as it no longer aligns with our brand values,” the company said to PEOPLE.
Taylor Frankie Paul Saddened By Ongoing Drama
While Paul may be used to dealing with conflict on reality TV, the mother of three got candid about how the ongoing drama between her and Mortensen had impacted her.
“Honestly, just like, my heart hurts to see it, to go through it, especially at this time,” she said. “Just the timing is hard, and it’s a big deal. I feel like every premiere that I’ve experienced, I’ve never enjoyed fully, so this is another one… it’s extremely hard, and it took everything to get me here today.”
Mortensen Breaks His Silence
In a statement to Entertainment Weekly, Mortensen’s rep said his primary focus was protecting his and Paul’s son, Ever.
The rep added that Mortensen’s plan has always been to stay out of the drama; however, after the latest series of events, he’s realized he has to speak up.
“He was just hoping that if he says nothing, as he usually does, it would go away. He’s never done any kind of sit-down interview about his side,” they said. “He kind of just lets it all happen to him, and I think he realizes with the severity of everything now that he just can’t do that.”