
Mormon Wives Star's Assault Investigation Continues
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Taylor Paul, from the reality show Mormon Wives, and her ex-boyfriend Dakota Mortensen are involved in a domestic assault investigation. Both have made allegations against each other, with initial contact occurring in February. Paul previously pleaded guilty to aggravated assault in February 2023, receiving three years of probation. The couple had an on-and-off relationship during the shows early seasons. Castmate Demi Draper defended Paul, highlighting her past mistakes and the media spotlight on her friend, who has three kids. Production on Mormon Wives season five stopped after Mortensen filed a report. Another alleged incident is under investigation, leaving the situation unresolved.
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On March 25th, a domestic assault investigation is underway involving Taylor Paul from the reality show Mormon Wives and her ex-boyfriend Dakota Mortensen. Draper City Police in Utah confirmed on March 16th that allegations have gone both ways with initial contact made on February 24th and 25th. Paul faced charges back in February 2023 after an altercation that involved their child. She pleaded guilty to aggravated assault six months later, getting three years of probation that ends this August. The couple had an on-and-off relationship during the show's early seasons. Cast made Demi Draper, got emotional on the call her daddy podcast, defending Paul as a good person who's made changes despite past mistakes. She noted the pain behind the incidents and expressed heartbreak over the media spotlight on her friend, who has three kids from previous, relationships. Production on Mormon Wives Season 5 stopped after Mortensen filed a report with the cast choosing to pause filming to avoid mispeaking on camera, without full details.
Rumors suggest others want distance as more comes out. Now NBC News reports another alleged incident between them under investigation, leaving the situation unresolved as Paul navigates the fallout. That wraps entertainment and celebrity news today. Brought to you with AI.
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