The singer says he was “fully cooperative” with authorities before his arrest Friday.
Hardy’s name was also mentioned among conversations.
An arrest warrant was then approved on April 27.

Laine Hardy.Jason Kempin/Getty Images
He said he has been “fully cooperative” with authorities.
I have the utmost respect for the law and will assist in their investigation as needed moving forward."
Hardy was previously set to appear onAmerican Idolfor this coming Monday’s 20th-anniversary reunion celebration.

‘American Idol’ winner Laine Hardy was booked into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison and charged with planting a listening device in his ex-girlfriend’s dorm room.East Baton Rouge Parish Prison
The episode was pre-recorded earlier this month.