LOS ANGELES, CA. (THECOUNT) — Michael Ketterer, known for his run on popular talent competition, America’s Got Talent, was arrested in Los Angeles for domestic violence, according to the LAPD.
East Tennessee native, Ketterer, who regularly professed his faith and family values while appearing on the show, was arrested in Hollywood on felony domestic dispute.
According to the LAPD, the felony arrest came at 3:45 p.m. in the 1700 block of North Highland. They could not reveal any information about the victim.
According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department website, Ketterer was released on a $50,000 bond a few hours after his arrest. He has a court date set for Oct. 19.
Ketterer, who was championed throughout the show’s run by judge Simon Cowell, was also a fan favorite. He and his wife have 6 children, five of them adopted from foster care. He works as a pediatric mental health nurse and worship leader at his church. source
On the morning of the arrest, Ketterer posted a photo of him and his children that said “So happy to finally rest with my babies! This has been such a wild ride for all of us. Im sending out a huge thanks to all my fans.”
He grew up in East Tennessee, but now lives in Los Angeles. He finished in 5th place on AGT.
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