Former 'American Idol' Contestant, Wheeling Native Arrested In Palatine

PALATINE, IL - A former American Idol contestant who hails from Wheeling was arrested early Saturday for allegedly punching a bouncer in the head at the Lampligher Inn in Palatine, according to Variety. The 26-year-old Haley Reinhart was out with group at the local establishment when they allegedly knocked over a table and were asked to leave by security staff at the Lamplighter Inn.

The group was being lead out of the bar when Reinhart started to argue with the security staff, according to People. She then allegedly punched the bouncer in the face.

Reinhart's attorney paints a different picture as to what transpired early Saturday at the Palatine bar. Dina Lapolt told TMZ Reinhart was assaulted by the bouncers and plans to take legal action against Lamplighter Inn and its staff.

"After forcefully removing (Haley) they violently beat her friend, who sustained multiple injuries. We believe that she will be exonerated of all charges once the investigation is completed," Lapolt told TMZ.

Reinhart, a Wheeling High School graduate, finished in third place in 2011 on American Idol. Reinhart is a voiceover actress on the Netflix series F Is for Family.

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PHOTO CAPTION: Haley Reinhart at Buffalo Grove Days from 2013. PHOTO CREDIT: Patch.com