‘American Idol’ Winner Laine Hardy Arrested, Allegedly Planted Listening Device

“American Idol” winner Laine Hardy has a warrant issued for his arrest … but the allegations remain a mystery.

The 2019 ‘AI’ is under “active investigation” by the Louisiana State University Police Dept. … Ernie​ Ballard, a rep for the University tells TMZ. The rep declined to elaborate on the allegations.

Ditto the 21-year-old country singer … who said on social media Thursday, “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.”

Hardy, who says he’s “fully cooperative” with the PD, added … “due to the sensitive nature of this allegation, I humbly ask for privacy at this time. I have the utmost respect for the law and will assist in their investigation as needed moving forward.”