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Payson Today
By the People, for the People
Spanish Fork police arrest suspect tied to Payson shelter-in-place order
Authorities apprehend 30-year-old Joshua Taylor, who was wanted in connection with the previous night's incident in Payson.
Mar. 19, 2026 at 9:03am
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Police in Spanish Fork, Utah have arrested a 30-year-old man named Joshua Taylor who was sought in connection with a shelter-in-place order issued in nearby Payson the previous night. Authorities also took a second individual, 30-year-old Jayme Unrnezis, into custody on various charges including drug offenses, child endangerment, harboring a fugitive, and obstruction of justice.
Why it matters
The shelter-in-place order in Payson the night before had caused disruption and concern in the community, and the apprehension of the suspect in Spanish Fork helps resolve that incident and address any ongoing public safety threats.
The details
According to the Spanish Fork Police Department, officers along with the Utah County Major Crimes unit and SWAT team executed a search warrant at a residence near 400 North 900 East, where they found Joshua Taylor hiding in a shed behind an apartment complex. Taylor was taken into custody without incident. Jayme Unrnezis was also arrested at the scene and faces multiple charges.
- The shelter-in-place order in Payson was issued on Tuesday night.
- Police served the search warrant and made the arrests on Wednesday around 1 p.m.
The players
Joshua Taylor
A 30-year-old man who was the suspect police were searching for in connection with the shelter-in-place order in Payson.
Jayme Unrnezis
A 30-year-old individual who was also arrested at the scene and faces charges including drug offenses, child endangerment, harboring a fugitive, and obstruction of justice.
Spanish Fork Police Department
The law enforcement agency that executed the search warrant and made the arrests.
Utah County Major Crimes
The investigative unit that assisted Spanish Fork police in the operation.
Utah County Metro SWAT
The SWAT team that supported the law enforcement operation.
What’s next
Authorities will continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shelter-in-place order in Payson and any potential charges against Joshua Taylor and Jayme Unrnezis.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the collaborative efforts of local law enforcement agencies in Utah to quickly apprehend suspects and address public safety concerns within their communities.
