Laine Hardy

2022 - 4 - 29

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'American Idol' winner Laine Hardy says he is cooperating with LSU ... (NBC News)

A spokesman for Louisiana State University confirmed there was an “active investigation” with the school's police department that involved the singer.

I have utmost respect for the law and will assist in their investigation as needed moving forward.” In the post, Hardy said he understood “that my career has thrust me into the public spotlight, and I embrace that wholeheartedly as my entire world belongs to my music and my fans.” In social media posts, Hardy said he “received a warrant” because of the allegation but did not provide additional details.

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LSU Police investigating American Idol Laine Hardy: Here's what we ... (The Daily Advertiser)

American Idol champion Laine Hardy is the subject of an investigation by the LSU Police Department, the university and recording artist have confirmed, ...

I have the utmost respect for the law and will assist in their investigation as needed moving forward." "Earlier today, I received a warrant due to allegations made against me and have been fully cooperative with the Louisiana State University Police Department," he said in his Facebook post. "We may be able to provide more information later today, but since it’s an active investigation, that’s all the details I have at this time."

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'American Idol' winner Laine Hardy says he's cooperating with LSU ... (USA TODAY)

"American Idol" season 17 winner Laine Hardy was issued an arrest warrant by Louisianna State University for something of "sensitive nature."

He hadn't intended to give "Idol" another try in 2019 but was persuaded to sing for the judges again when he accompanied his friend, Ashton Gill, on guitar at her audition. "Earlier today, I received a warrant due to allegations made against me and have been fully cooperative with the Louisiana State University Police Department," Hardy wrote. Hardy rose to fame after winning "American Idol" in 2019.

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LSU has 'active investigation' involving Laine Hardy; facing warrant (KPVI News 6)

BATON ROUGE - LSU has a warrant for an "active investigation" related to singer and American Idol winner Laine Hardy.

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'American Idol' winner Laine Hardy issued warrant from LSU Police (WANE)

"American Idol" winner Laine Hardy has been issued a warrant from the Louisiana State University Police Department, he said Thursday.

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Why was 'American Idol' winner Laine Hardy arrested? Singer ... (MEAWW)

The 21-year-old country crooner revealed that the LSUPD had issued 'a warrant due to allegations made against me'

His desire to help his fellow Louisianans and bring awareness to the recovery efforts following Hurricane Ida truly shows the outstanding character of this young man, and further exemplifies why we are fortunate to have him represent our state." That said, Hardy's fans will see him in the upcoming 'Great Idol Reunion' celebrating American Idol’s 20th season airing on ABC Monday, May 2. "So many people have been impacted and we wanted to find a way to help. Hardy, a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, shot to fame in 2019 after winning the 17th season of the popular reality TV show. I have the utmost respect for the law and will assist in their investigation as needed moving forward." He initially auditioned for 'American Idol' Season 16 in 2018 but did not make it to the Top 20.

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'American Idol' Winner Laine Hardy Investigated by LSU Police Over ... (TV Insider)

In the post, Hardy revealed that he had “received a warrant” due to “allegations” made against him. He did not provide any further details regarding the ...

However, he returned the following year to accompany his friend and was encouraged by the judges to audition again. “However, due to the sensitive nature of this allegation, I humbly ask for privacy at this time.” He did not provide any further details regarding the allegations but said that he has been “fully cooperative” with the LSUPD.

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'American Idol' winner Laine Hardy issued warrant from police in ... (wflx)

Hardy said in a Facebook post Thursday evening that he received a warrant due to allegations made against him, and he is cooperating with LSU police.

I have the utmost respect for the law and will assist in their investigation as needed moving forward.” “I understand that my career has thrust me into the public spotlight, and I embrace that wholeheartedly as my entire world belongs to my music and my fans,” he stated. Hardy answered to a warrant issued Thursday. LSU police transported him to the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison for booking.

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'American Idol' Winner Laine Hardy Says He's Cooperating With ... (Today.com)

"American Idol" winner Laine Hardy said he was issued a warrant by the Louisiana State University police for a "sensitive" allegation and is cooperating ...

"However, due to the sensitive nature of this allegation, I humbly ask for privacy at this time. Hardy, 21, who won Season 17 of the talent competition in 2019, tweeted a statement on Thursday saying he has been "fully cooperative" with the Louisiana State University Police Department after he received a warrant for unspecified allegations against him. "American Idol" winner Laine Hardy said he is cooperating with police in Louisiana after he "received a warrant" for an allegation of a "sensitive nature."

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American Idol winner Laine Hardy arrested, accused of secretly ... (The Advocate)

LSU Police arrested American Idol winner Laine Hardy on Friday on an eavesdropping complaint filed by a student.

"However, due to the sensitive nature of this allegation, I humbly ask for privacy at this time. "Earlier today, I received a warrant due to allegations made against me and have been fully cooperative with the Louisiana State University Police Department," he posted Thursday night. Friday morning, an LSU Police vehicle arrived at Parish Prison as a cadre of reporters and photographers watched.

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'Idol' winner Laine Hardy in jail, charged with spying on female LSU ... (New York Post)

Country crooner Laine Hardy, 21, confirmed Thursday that he was under criminal investigation by the LSU Police Department, but did not disclose any further ...

Due to the public nature of Mr. Hardy’s profession, we ask for privacy at this time.” After the victim discovered the device still in her room — she turned it over to LSUPD, at which time the authorities found audio of his “distinguishable voice” and heard his name being repeated by other parties. His post continued, “However, due to the sensitive nature of this allegation, I humbly ask for privacy at this time. “My doctor confirmed I have Coronavirus, but my symptoms are mild and I’m home recovering in quarantine. The docs also points out that Hardy “had information about the victim and her actions during Christmas break that was not known to the defendant.” When the female student “confronted” Hardy he “admitted that he left a ‘bug’ in her room later discarded it in his pond,” according to the report. Hardy’s booking document goes on to state that in mid-February, “the victim … found a fake Instagram on the Defendant’s phone that he used to cover up that he was illegally recording her when he was not around.”

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'American Idol' alum Laine Hardy arrested for allegedly spying on ex ... (Page Six)

Page Six obtained an arrest warrant for the 21-year-old country singer that shows an investigator found “probable cause” to charge him with one felony count of ...

However, due to the sensitive nature of this allegation, I humbly ask for privacy at this time.” She provided officers with a screenshot of the conversation. On Feb. 20, 2022, the alleged victim is heard in a recording telling someone how she found out about the device and that she does not know if the “bug is still in her room.”

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'American Idol' Winner Laine Hardy Arrested, Charged With Secretly ... (Deadline)

“Lane Reed Hardy was arrested by LSU Police today and booked into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison for violation of 15:1303 – Interception and Disclosure of Wire, ...

“I understand that my career has thrust me into the public spotlight, and I embrace that wholeheartedly as my entire world belongs to my music and my fans. “The victim reported that she believes the person who left the record there to be her ex-boyfriend/Defendant (Laine Hardy.)” Lane Reed Hardy, known professionally as Laine Hardy, was arrested and booked by Louisiana State University Police today for secretly recording his ex-girlfriend, an LSU student, Deadline has confirmed.

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American Idol winner Laine Hardy arrested, accused of bugging ex ... (The Daily Advertiser)

American Idol champion Laine Hardy has been part of a tourism marketing campaign for his home state of Louisiana.

Edwards played host to Hardy at the Governor's Mansion for an event. "Earlier today, I received a warrant due to allegations made against me and have been fully cooperative with the Louisiana State University Police Department," he said in his Facebook post. I have the utmost respect for the law and will assist in their investigation as needed moving forward."

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'American Idol' Laine Hardy linked to two women before arrest for ... (New York Post)

The country crooner, 21, was taken into custody on Friday after his former flame found the voice recorder at her campus accommodation earlier this month.

After the victim discovered the device still in her room — she turned it over to LSUPD, at which time the authorities found audio of his “distinguishable voice” and heard his name being repeated by other parties. Due to the public nature of Mr. Hardy’s profession, we ask for privacy at this time.” Two days later, Taylor — who studies mass communications at LSU — announced that she, too, had come down with the virus. Neither Taylor nor Lee are believed to be connected to the current criminal case. “She’s a keeper Laine, don’t let her go again. The docs also points out that Hardy “had information about the victim and her actions during Christmas break that was not known to the defendant.” When the female student “confronted” Hardy he “admitted that he left a ‘bug’ in her room later discarded it in his pond,” according to the report.

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'Idol' winner Laine Hardy accused of bugging ex's dorm room (ABC News)

American Idol” winner Laine Hardy has been arrested after being accused of putting a listening device in his ex-girlfriend's college dorm room.

Police said they later found evidence of secret recordings made over 10 days in February, the warrant said. The woman told police she found the device, which looked like a phone charger, under her futon, the warrant stated. Hardy surrendered to the LSU Police Department and was booked into the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison.

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Police arrest 'American Idol' winner Laine Hardy, say he admitted ... (The Advocate)

"American Idol" winner Laine Hardy was arrested Friday on an eavesdropping count, with police saying he admitted to his ex-girlfriend that he had left an ...

"However, due to the sensitive nature of this allegation, I humbly ask for privacy at this time. "Earlier today, I received a warrant due to allegations made against me and have been fully cooperative with the Louisiana State University Police Department," he posted Thursday night. The recorder was turned over to LSUPD, who discovered several recordings, most of which had occurred in five-hour blocks between Feb. 10 and Feb. 20. The woman was able to provide screenshots of Hardy’s admission, the affidavit says. Thursday night, Hardy had posted a generic statement on his Facebook page saying LSU police were investigating allegations against him. The victim told police that Hardy admitted this again during a conversation the two had over Snapchat several weeks after they broke up.

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'American Idol' winner Laine Hardy arrested (WesternSlopeNow)

(WVLA) – "American Idol" winner Laine Hardy was booked into jail on Friday, and charged with interception and disclosure of wire, electronic, ...

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A legal analyst tells the 9News Investigators it's unlikely Laine Hardy will spend any significant time in jail after being arrested on a felony charge, ...

”I would say if he is, in fact, a first-time offender it is unlikely that a first-time offender of this type of crime will go to jail. Borghardt calls it ironic that he’s asking for the very thing he’s accused of denying his ex-girlfriend. We can’t get around that,” said Borghardt. “He has a following and he’s beloved. According to the warrant, Hardy planted a device that looks like a phone charger in the dorm room at least on two separate occasions in February. The girl and her roommate found the device on April 6, 2022, and reported it to the police the next day. After officers downloaded what was on the device, they say they heard several recordings-- including one where the girl was talking to her mom about breaking up with Hardy. If convicted, the crime carries a fine of up to $10,000 and up to ten years in prison. American Idol winner and Livingston Parish native Laine Hardy was booked into the EBR Parish Prison Friday on a number of charges, accused of spying on his ex-girlfriend with a listening device.

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'American Idol' winner Laine Hardy is accused of bugging an ex ... (NPR)

BATON ROUGE, La. — "American Idol" winner Laine Hardy was arrested Friday after being accused of putting a listening device in his ex-girlfriend's college ...

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