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Jenelle Evans Called 911 on Ex David Eason After Explosive House Fight

The former Teen Mom star speaks out after leaked audio captures a tense August emergency call at her Florida residence.

By Rae MitchellPublished Updated 1 min read

Reality TV personality Jenelle Evans found herself back in crisis mode this past summer. Newly released audio from an August emergency call reveals the former *Teen Mom 2* star pleaded for law enforcement assistance during a heated clash with her former husband, David Eason. The audio recording, originally obtained by The Ashley's Reality Roundup, captures Evans asking dispatchers to dispatch officers to her Florida rental home immediately. According to reports from, the reality alum told the operator that Eason had been residing at the house while they attempted to co-parent, but an intense argument forced her to demand he pack up and clear out.

What Happened During Jenelle Evans' 911 Call?

During the emergency call, Evans explained that her name was the sole signatory on the residential lease agreement, despite Eason allegedly claiming ownership of property inside the home. She made a point to clarify to the dispatcher that their divorce proceedings were already officially wrapped up in court, but the personal confrontation was rapidly escalating. Evans pressed authorities to get to the location fast, reminding the operator of their volatile personal history. She explicitly warned dispatch that previous disputes between the former couple had turned significantly worse, creating a situation where she felt police intervention was her only remaining option.

Jenelle Evans addressing her relationship status on TikTok
Jenelle Evans addressing her relationship status on TikTok

Did Police Help Jenelle Evans Deal With David Eason?

Addressing the unsettling event this week, Evans voiced disappointment regarding how the police response was handled on the scene. She informed that even though she handed the responding officers an official no-contact order against Eason, the authorities ultimately offered very little help in resolving the standoff. The newly surfaced audio shines a light on the turbulent post-divorce reality for the former MTV stars, proving that relocated households and finalized court paperwork haven't entirely halted their long-running public drama.

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The backstory

Verified moments, in order.

Jenelle Evans: Reality Fame, Family Battles and the Split From David Eason

A teenage pregnancy puts Evans on television. Marriage, a custody crisis and a break with the franchise follow—before she separates from Eason and returns to the screen.

  1. 2010–2011

    Teen motherhood becomes television

    Jenelle Evans — Teen motherhood becomes television

    Evans appears on 16 and Pregnant in 2010 after the 2009 birth of her son Jace. Her mother, Barbara Evans, takes legal custody of Jace in 2010. In 2011, Evans becomes an original cast member of Teen Mom 2, with their conflict over parenting central to her story.

  2. 2017-09-23

    Evans marries David Eason

    Evans and Eason marry at their North Carolina home. Their daughter, Ensley, is born that January; Evans is also mother to Jace and Kaiser, her son with former fiancé Nathan Griffith.

  3. 2018-02Flashpoint

    Eason loses his television role

    MTV ends its relationship with Eason after he posts homophobic comments on social media. Evans remains on Teen Mom 2, but her husband is no longer part of the production.

  4. 2023-03

    Jace's custody changes hands

    Evans regains legal custody of Jace from Barbara after more than a decade. The agreed custody change marks a turning point in the mother-daughter dispute that viewers have followed since her television debut.

  5. Flashpoint

    Evans files to separate from Eason

    Evans files for legal separation from Eason after six years of marriage. Her court filing alleges erratic behavior and substance abuse by Eason—allegations, not judicial findings.

  6. 2024-06

    The franchise brings Evans back

    Evans returns to the franchise with an appearance on Teen Mom: The Next Chapter, five years after MTV stops filming her. Her separation from Eason becomes part of her return to reality television.

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People also ask

Why did Jenelle Evans call 911 on David Eason?
Jenelle Evans called 911 in August after a major argument broke out at her Florida residence, where she demanded David Eason leave the property.
Are Jenelle Evans and David Eason still together?
No, Jenelle Evans and David Eason are divorced, though audio reveals they were briefly living in the same home to co-parent.