Taylor Frankie Paul’s edition of The Bachelorette will not air after a violent video of her 2023 assault involving her ex, Dakota Mortensen, was leaked just days before the season was slated to premiere.
The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star’s season of The Bachelorette, which wrapped filming in December, was ready to debut Sunday when the network announced Thursday that the show will not go forward as planned.
“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,” Disney said in a statement.
The video and Bachelorette cancelation come days after fresh domestic violence allegations against Paul, 31, triggered widespread backlash. Paul and Mortensen — who is the father of her youngest child — were previously involved in a domestic violence incident in 2023.
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Paul was arrested and charged with aggravated assault in 2023 following an altercation with Mortensen that was chronicled on season one of SLOMW, the Hulu reality show that catapulted the mom-of-three to stardom. In August of that year, she pleaded guilty to a third-degree felony count of aggravated assault; the other charges of criminal mischief and domestic violence against her were dropped. Paul is serving three years’ probation from that case. Another charge would violate her probation, which is set to end in August.
Taylor Frankie Paul’s season of ‘The Bachelorette’ will not air as scheduled (Getty Images for SiriusXM)
Video of the 2023 incident was leaked Thursday to TMZ, showing Paul repeatedly attacking Mortensen, kicking him and putting him in a headlock.
“This is called physical abuse,” Mortensen said in the video as he pushed her away. “See Taylor, this is all you do.”
She then threw multiple metal barstools at him while her daughter, who was present in the room, began to cry.
“Your daughter is right here,” Mortensen yelled before Paul went on to throw two more stools. Mortensen then repeatedly accused Paul of being drunk.
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Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen are currently being investigated for domestic violence allegations (Disney/Fred Hayes)
After the disturbing footage came to light, Paul released a statement through her representatives to Variety: “It’s sad to see the latest installment of his never-ending, desperate, attention-seeking, destructive campaign to harm Taylor without any regard for the consequences for their child.
“Releasing an old video, which conveniently omits context, on their son’s birthday is a reprehensible attempt to distract from his own behavior. Thankfully, the public has seen this act before and knows who he is and sadly, many will recognize this pattern of manipulation, both in his actions on the show, and from their own experiences,” her representatives said.
Paul’s representatives then released another statement addressing the cancelation of The Bachelorette.
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“Taylor is very grateful for ABC’s support as she prioritizes her family’s safety and security. After years of silently suffering extensive mental and physical abuse as well as threats of retaliation, Taylor is finally gaining the strength to face her accuser and taking steps to ensure that she and her children are protected from any further harm,” the statement from her spokesperson read, per Variety. “There are too many women who are suffering in silence as they survive aggressive, jealous ex-partners who refuse to let them move on with their lives.
“Taylor has remained silent out of fear of further abuse, retaliation, and public shaming. She is currently exploring all of her options, seeking support, and preparing to own and share her story.”
News broke earlier this week that season five of SLOMW had paused production due to an alleged domestic dispute between Paul and Mortensen that happened February 24 and February 25. Draper City police said that allegations were made by both Paul and Mortensen and that no charges had been filed. Police refused to comment further to The Independent on the incident, citing the pending investigation.
Despite speculation over SLOMW’s hiatus from filming, Paul continued on her planned Bachelorette press tour throughout the week and doubled down on blaming Mortensen for the investigation.
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Speaking about the backlash Wednesday on Good Morning America, Paul said,“It’s supposed to be an exciting time. I’m a person that always speaks her truth, that’s what I’m known for. When the time is right, I will be.”
The national domestic abuse helpline offers support for women on 0808 2000 247, or you can visit the Refuge website. There is a dedicated men’s advice line on 0808 8010 327. Those in the US can call the domestic violence hotline on 1-800-799-SAFE (7233). Other international helplines can be found via www.befrienders.org
A man is due to appear in court on Friday charged with an alleged assault on two teenagers.
Police investigating a report of an assault on two males in the Roe Mill Road area of Limavady on Wednesday evening, April 8, charged the man, aged in his 30s, to court.
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A PSNI spokesperson said: “The 34-year-old has been charged with three counts of common assault and possessing an article with a blade or point in a public place.
“He is due to appear before Limavady Magistrates’ Court on Friday morning, 10th April.
“As is usual procedure, all charges are reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service.”
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Lewis Kent was found unresponsive by his mum Debbie at his flat on Gus Risman Street in Salford on Good Friday and was tragically declared dead at the scene.
Kelly Williams Content Editor, Oliver Radcliffe Live News Reporter and Ashlie Blakey
18:33, 09 Apr 2026
A mother has spoken of the heartbreaking moment she found her son dead at his home, paying tribute to her “gentle giant.” Lewis Kent was discovered unresponsive by his mum Debbie at his flat on Gus Risman Street in Salford on Good Friday.
Debbie revealed she knew something was wrong when her ‘loving, family-oriented’ son had failed to message her or pick up her calls that morning. She rushed straight to his flat, but tragically, Lewis was pronounced dead at the scene.
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The cause of death of the 29 year old remains unclear, Debbie told the Manchester Evening News. Greater Manchester Police have since opened a formal investigation into the circumstances surrounding his passing.
A 30 year old woman was arrested on suspicion of domestic abuse offences, the force confirmed. She has since been released on bail while enquiries into Lewis’ death continue, reports MEN.
Debbie told the MEN how she went to check on Lewis when he failed to send his usual ‘good morning’ message. She explained he was ordinarily ‘very much in a routine’ owing to his diagnoses of autism and ADHD.
“I know when something is not right with Lewis,” Debbie added. “We always say ‘good morning’, ‘good night’, ‘love you all the world’.
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“He didn’t text me on the Friday morning, so I thought maybe he’d just slept in. So I tried ringing him because he has done that before.
“I drove down and let myself in through the side door shouting him. I walked through and I just saw him. I just called police and ambulance, within an hour detectives were there.”
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Lewis, a passionate Manchester United fan, was tragically pronounced dead at the scene. Debbie revealed the family had been planning to spend the Easter weekend together.
Lewis is survived by his brothers, sisters, mum and many close friends. He was shortly due to celebrate his 30th birthday.
Debbie disclosed he had endured difficulties throughout his life, losing his dad and a close friend, but ‘kept going for his family’. Paying tribute to her son, Debbie said: “Lewis was a gentle giant.
“His one-liners were funny, everything he was thinking he just said it. He was just such a lovable person. He was daft as a brush.
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“Considering the troubles and traumas he’d had over the years he was such a brave soul. I just feel like we didn’t get enough time for him. He just grew into a beautiful man. He was so gentle.
“He was so loyal and loving. He was the best son, brother and friend. His loyalty ran deep and that’s why he was so loved. “His heart was too big. He was a legend. You couldn’t say a bad thing about him. He will be deeply missed.”
A fundraising page has been set up to help cover the costs of Lewis’ funeral.
Debbie said the family ‘don’t know the full circumstances’ surrounding his death, with enquiries continuing.
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Following Lewis’ death, a spokesperson for GMP said: “At around 1pm on Friday 3 April, officers responded to reports of the body of a man in a property on Gus Risman Street, Salford.
“Officers attended and sadly, a 29 year old man was found dead at an address. Enquiries into the circumstances surrounding his death are currently ongoing.
“As part of the investigation, a woman, aged 30, has been arrested on suspicion of domestic abuse offences. She has since been bailed pending further enquiries.”
The force has been contacted for a further update on the progress of the investigation.
The singer appeared on the Simon Cowell ITV talent series back in 2005
X Factor star Chico has been found guilty of drink-driving as he told a court his arrest came ‘hours after breaking his sobriety’.
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Chico, whose real name is Yousseph Slimani, rose to fame on the Simon Cowell ITV talent series back in 2005. He finished in fifth place under the mentorship of Sharon Osbourne.
After his time on The X Factor, Slimani went on to score a number one single with his song It’s Chico Time. 2008 saw him come third on the ITV reality show CelebAir.
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But the former star was in court today (April 9) after he was caught drunk behind the wheel. Arriving in Willesden Magistrates’ Court, Slimani wore a maroon silk shirt and placed his cowboy hat on the table in front.
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He told the hearing he drank Famous Grouse whisky for six hours after losing a third friend to cancer. He stated that he consumed the whisky between 1am and 7am and then Nyquil at 5.30pm – a cold and flu medicine similar to Night Nurse – before he was pulled over at about 6.30pm that evening on Chase Way, Southgate, on December 13.
“It was after a third bereavement of one of my dearest friends, which was just devastating,” he said before later telling the court he has not drunk alcohol since. “All young people in their 50s with terminal cancers that have passed on – non-smokers, non-drinkers, several cancers – and basically are not here, sadly.
“On that fateful day, I’m teetotal, I don’t drink, and it felt like I was going out of my mind, couldn’t take it, so I drank.”
Slimani claimed he had been taking Nyquil for ‘a flu which you may call long Covid’ that ‘kept coming and going’ and has been documented on his social media channels. He did not inform police when asked if he had consumed other drugs or medicines, and said this was ‘because when I got arrested, and they were taking me to the police station, my mind was literally going at 600,000mph’.
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“And when I got to the police station all I could think of was the implications of me being arrested for something that goes completely against what I am and what I do,” he stated.
Saying that all his fears ‘sadly have all come true’, Slimani noted that these were of ‘the press, the loss of my reputation, the loss of work – everything has happened, it has been a catastrophe’.
Slimani brought a book with him for evidence, which he said he was writing at the time of the alleged offence, titled The Secret 19. Cancer Questions Worth Asking.
Slimani’s solicitors told a toxicologist that he consumed 810ml of Famous Grouse whisky and 30ml of an unspecified Nyquil product that contained alcohol, the court heard. The toxicologist, Sarah Morley, calculated that the Nyquil would have contributed to 2mg per 100ml of alcohol on his breath.
Ms Morley also told the court: “I can’t verify if the information provided to me has been accurate or not.”
Arresting officer Pc Yuksel stated he was watching Slimani speak to a fellow officer about a separate matter when he noticed the defendant’s ‘quite vivid’ facial expressions that were ‘almost joyful’.
Giving evidence, he said he smelt alcohol on the former singer’s breath, noting: “He was very animated with his facial features, they were very vivid and his demeanour seemed a bit – I don’t know how best to describe it – but under the influence of alcohol.
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“I asked him if he had consumed any alcohol, then his demeanour changed… He appeared quite shocked and his demeanour just changed to very defensive, from very happy and expressive to very defensive when asked that question.”
Slimani failed a breath test but was ‘calm and compliant’ when he was arrested on suspicion of drink driving, he said. He was then taken to a police station and breathalysed again.
Slimani was convicted of driving a Vauxhall Astra with 40 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath, when the legal limit is 35mg.
He was ordered to pay a £600 fine, £240 surcharge and £620 in costs by District Judge Mark Jabbitt. As a result of the conviction, Slimani was also disqualified from driving for 12 months. The court heard he has been heavily in debt and as a result faced county court proceedings.
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Slimani was offered a drink drivers’ rehabilitation scheme that if completed will reduce his qualification by a quarter. The judge said: “It is inevitable that I will find the case proven.”
He added that he is ‘generally sympathetic’ to Slimani’s bereavements but not to excessive drinking or taking medication without checking the effect it has on driving.
North Tyneside Council’s planning committee unanimously granted permission for the installation of the two prefabricated sauna huts on the lower promenade opposite Brook Gardens.
Council officers recommended the plans for approval satisfied the proposals would not inhibit the public space or produce significant environmental or ecological problems.
The plans have however generated some controversy with 30 objections raised on the council’s online planning portal. The concerns ranged from the potential emissions from the cabins to requests for it to be moved further along the beach.
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Objector and local Jillian Hall told the committee: “I do feel that a sauna is what people want, but let’s take it and make it eco or move it away from the houses and hotels and the park, where thousands of children play.
Ms Hall continued: “There will be emissions, they may be low but there will be emissions and we have to think about our lungs.”
The applicant Kenny Lyons responded: “Modern saunas are designed to avoid this by operating at very high temperatures and carefully controlling airflows. This ensures efficient combustion happens and retains heat where it is supposed to be in the sauna not wasted externally.
On the cabin’s stove, Mr Lyons said: “It creates very minimal ash and no visible smoke during hours of operation.”
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The applicant went on to state the stove that would be used for the cabins would produce half the legal limit for particulate emissions.
The council’s own report also states: “Concerns about potential health impacts from wood‑burning appliances are understood; however, the scale of the proposed installations is small, the usage is intermittent, and Environmental Health raises no objection, recommending standard controls including: regulated hours of operation; controls on ash handling and disposal…”.
The report continued: “Overall, the development would deliver modest economic, social and well-being benefits consistent with the aims for the Coastal Sub-Area…”
‘He was just a little groovy 21-year-old who loved movies and making films’
Mathilde Grandjean, Press Association and Taite Johnson Audience and Trending Writer
18:08, 09 Apr 2026
A Welsh musician has spoken of his agony after his son was stabbed to death in a London park. Finbar Sullivan was stabbed during an altercation in Primrose Hill in the early evening on Tuesday, April 7 and despite the efforts of paramedics was pronounced dead at the scene.
The 21-year-old was a filmmaking student. His dad Christopher Sullivan, a musician and the founder of 1980s band Blue Rondo a la Turk, has spoken of his devastation.
Mr Sullivan, originally from Merthyr Tydfil, told the Daily Mail his son wanted to become a cameraman like his grandfather Michael Seresin, who worked on Harry Potter and Rambo III.
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Mr Sullivan, 65, said: “This is the worst tragedy I could ever imagine.
“He’s my only son… I had him when I was 45. He can never be replaced. He’d just bought a new camera, we all chipped in for his 21st birthday, and he took it up there to do a bit of filming.”
Mr Sullivan added: “I’m so broken-hearted, I can’t believe it. He was the most beautiful, lovely, outgoing, loving boy. He was just a really lovely person.
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“And why he was targeted, we have no idea.”
Mr Sullivan said he rushed to Primrose Hill as soon as he was informed of the incident.
“I got the call at about six that he’d been stabbed, so I rushed up there,” Mr Sullivan told the Daily Mail.
“I wasn’t allowed in because it was a crime scene, and by that point he’d had 20 minutes of CPR. He’d obviously died. It’s Primrose Hill, for God’s sake… it’s like Hyde Park. It’s not somewhere you expect this.”
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Finbar was a student at the London Screen Academy and produced music videos for drill rap artists under the name Sully Shot It.
Despite the drill rap scene’s association with gang violence, Mr Sullivan denied his son was involved in any of it.
“All I can tell you is he was the subject of an indiscriminate stabbing. He was not a gang member,” Mr Sullivan told the newspaper.
“He was just a little groovy 21-year-old who loved movies and making films. He didn’t drink, he didn’t smoke, he didn’t go out.
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“He’d stay at home editing his films six nights a week. He wanted to follow in his (grandfather’s footsteps) and be a cameraman. He recently did a video for Joseph Corre, Vivienne Westwood’s son.
“We were just about to start a company together… he was going to do his showreel today with me. And now he’s dead.”
Mr Sullivan added: “His friend was stabbed in the back and hands trying to protect him. My son always tried to stand up for people, so maybe the attacker was bullying someone.”
Police confirmed that another man, believed to be in his 20s, was located nearby on Regent’s Park Road and was taken to hospital by paramedics with stab wounds. His injuries have since been confirmed as non-life-threatening and non-life-changing.
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The Metropolitan Police have urged “anyone who has any information, including photos or videos” to get in touch.
Detective Inspector Andy Griffin, who is leading the investigation, said: “Finbar’s family have suffered a devastating loss and our thoughts are with them as they navigate this very challenging time.
“Our investigation is progressing at pace and we are following several lines of inquiry. This incident occurred in a busy, public park and there may be many witnesses who can help us piece together what happened.
“We are aware of footage circulating on social media around the time of the incident, and urge anyone who has any information, including photos or videos, which could support the investigation to urgently contact us.”
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Natasha Lyonne was reportedly pulled off a plane following the Euphoria season 3 premiere (Picture: Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic)
Just hours after stepping onto the red carpet for the hotly anticipated return of Euphoria, actor Natasha Lyonne was reportedly removed from a flight departing Los Angeles following an onboard incident.
Lyonne, who is set to appear as a guest star in the show’s third season, had earlier attended the premiere at the TCL Chinese Theatre, where a viral video showed her looking somewhat unsteady on her feet.
Later that night, she boarded a red-eye flight to New York.
According to an eyewitness account given to Page Six, the actor appeared unresponsive as the plane prepared for takeoff.
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Seated in first class, she reportedly did not react when flight attendants asked her to close her laptop and fasten her seatbelt.
Crew members made repeated attempts to get her attention, but Lyonne seemed to drift in and out of awareness behind her sunglasses. At one point, she was said to have been startled awake, exclaiming, ‘Ah! You scared me!’
Eventually, her laptop was removed from her hands as the aircraft began taxiing. However, the situation supposedly escalated when the plane turned back to the gate before departure.
A Delta staff member then boarded and asked Lyonne if she required medical assistance, before informing her she would need to disembark. ‘Where are we?’ she was overheard asking, according to Page Six, to which she was told the plane had not yet left Los Angeles.
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Passengers were informed that the flight would not proceed until the situation was resolved.
At one point producer Brian Grazer seemed to be helping steady Natasha Lyonne on the red carpet (Picture: Chris Delmas / AFP via Getty Images)
Lyonne reportedly responded by shushing a gate agent, then calmly got up, briefly headed to the bathroom, and returned while eating a bag of pretzels.
She ultimately exited the aircraft without further resistance after her luggage had been removed.
Following the delay — which lasted over an hour — the pilot addressed passengers, explaining: ‘We had a passenger who for whatever reason wouldn’t follow some basic commands… [they] didn’t seem up to the task tonight.’
The actress reportedly seemed dazed (Picture: Tommaso Boddi/Variety via Getty Images)
The flight later departed for New York without further incident.
Earlier this year, she revealed she had experienced a relapse, before later telling fans she was ‘doing a whole lot better & back on her feet.’
Lyonne is an actress, writer, and director known for her distinctive raspy voice and sharp and several iconic roles.
She first rose to fame in the late 1990s with roles in films like American Pie before earning widespread acclaim as Nicky Nichols in Orange Is the New Black.
Lyonne later co-created and starred in the hit Netflix series Russian Doll.
Metro has contacted Natasha Lyonne’s representatives for comment.
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“I bought this cool little blender back in April and have been using it ever since at work. I’m really happy I did because not only is the blender easy and portable to use, I’ve been hitting my weight loss goals.”
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17:47, 09 Apr 2026
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Longer days and rising temperatures have people swapping hot breakfasts and warm drinks for refreshing smoothies, iced coffees and milkshakes. To make whipping one up both convenient and straightforward, least not for those looking to lose weight ahead of the summer months, office workers are gravitating towards the Nutribullet Go Portable Blender — a cordless blender boasting a compact design.
The gadget is so sought-after that it has completely sold out on the Nutribullet website; however, we’ve tracked it down at a reduced price at online retailer Yimbly, an e-commerce platform operated by MEN parent company Reach Plc. When shoppers enter the code SPRING10 at checkout, the device drops from £39.99 to £36.
We wouldn’t hang around in grabbing one, as the colours white, silver and red have already sold out owing to the Yimbly deal, with only black remaining. Once charged, the portable blender delivers up to 20 blending cycles without needing to be recharged, producing silky-smooth results with zero lumps.
For complete convenience, the base comes with a blade protector so it can be popped in a bag while travelling. It also has a to-go lid, perfect for sipping wherever wanted, Cambridgeshire Live reports.
Nurtibullet’s Go Portable Blender comes with a 370ml cup, however, this wasn’t ideal for someone that wrote they ‘could do with the container being larger’. There are other portable blender options available, such as the KitchenAid Go.
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It’s currently on sale at Amazon for £39 down from £179 – while it is more expensive it has a larger capacity of 473ml. For a cheaper alternative, Tefal’s Mix & Move Mini Blender is £20 off, reduced to £29.99 from £49.99.
From busy mums to office workers, the Nutribullet Go Portable Blender is being happily used by many. Since getting their hands on one, someone has used it daily, leaving a review that says: “I use my Nutribullet every day to make smoothies with spinach, banana, and mango. It blends quickly and smoothly – no lumps, just a nice creamy texture.”
They continued: “Super convenient to take to work or on trips. It’s compact, lightweight, and the battery lasts several days without needing a recharge. If you love healthy snacks and are always on the go, this is a great choice. Highly recommend!”
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Another person called it a ‘brilliant little thing’, going on to add: “Takes no room up at all, easy to clean and works brilliant at making smoothies.” Those who love having smoothies and milkshakes but don’t want the hassle while in the office might be interested as it has received incredible feedback from consumers.
An office worker wrote: “I bought this cool little blender back in April and have been using it ever since to bring my meal replacement shakes to work. I’m really happy I did because not only is the blender easy and portable to use, I’ve been hitting my weight loss goals. I have no complaints about this mini blender really, it’s not very loud and it’s pretty easy to clean once you get the hang of it. All in all, a very good product and a great buy.”
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But, the Nutribullet Go has been likened to other blenders, with one person explaining: “Very handy useable small blender, best thing about it is how quick and easy it is to clean compared to my other blenders.”
Another customer used the blender to stay on track while away, describing the appliance as a ‘holiday health saver’. They said: “Perfect for my recent 10 day holiday to make my breakfast smoothly.”
Similar encampments have been set up in the same area over the years
Another encampment has been set up in Cardiff city centre less than a year after a similar one linked with litter and anti-social behaviour in the same location was forced to leave. Tents being set up between Taffs Mead Embankment and Wood Street has been a regular occurrence over the years despite Cardiff Council and South Wales Police ordering their removal.
By September 2025, the encampment got so out of hand that 28 people were living in tents under the bridge at the embankment. Locals reported feeling intimidated and scared to use the walkway.
For a while, the area was tent-free and clean. But now, a similar encampment has returned. While it is small for now, residents have taken to Facebook to share their concerns about people there throwing their rubbish over the fence and onto the banks of the River Taff.
A Cardiff Council spokesperson said: “The Council’s Outreach Team has had ongoing contact with the individual and continues to take all appropriate and reasonable steps to encourage engagement with support services, including accommodation options. Council officers are working in partnership with South Wales Police to address the issue.”
A statement from South Wales Police said: “We are aware of local concerns and we are working with the local authority and voluntary sector to resolve the matter.
“Officers continue to carry out daily visits to the site to help vulnerable people and to encourage them to engage with the many support agencies and outreach services available in the city.
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“Any form of crime or anti-social behaviour won’t be tolerated and we will always take appropriate action wherever there is evidence of offending.”
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The missing woman, who uses a wheelchair, is believed to be travelling to Belfast
Rob Currell Live news reporter
17:43, 09 Apr 2026
Police are becoming increasingly concerned for the whereabouts of Sadiya Jamac.
In a statement posted on social media, officers said the missing woman is heavily pregnant and uses a wheelchair — heightening concerns for her safety.
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Sadiya was last seen in the Portrush area and is believed to be travelling towards Belfast.
Anyone with information about her whereabouts is urged to contact Police on 101 quoting the reference number, 1118 of 8th of April 2026.
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