David Archuleta's Dad Caught in Massage Raid

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"The Insider" confirms that the father of "American Idol" runner-up David Archuleta was caught inside a massage parlor earlier this year and cited for soliciting prostitution.

 

Police in Midvale, UT say officers discovered Jeff Archuleta inside a purported massage parlor last January when the business was raided.

Jeff was allegedly on a massage table and a masseuse was also in the room wearing only underwear, according to Sgt. John Salazar of the Midvale Police Department. Salazar said Jeff admitted to officers that he was there for "sexual gratification purposes."

Jeff pleaded no contest to solicitation of a prostitute and paid a $582 fine. His lawyer, Eric Bauer, was quoted by local television station NBC4 as saying that his client was at the business getting legitimate massage therapy for his back.

David Archuleta -- who released his first album late last year -- was a fan favorite on "American Idol" during its seventh season, but he lost to David Cook.A rep for the singer tells "The Insider": "David is busy preparing for his upcoming tour with Demi Lovato. He thanks his fans for their continued support."

Published 6/18/09 by the Insider

Comments (6)

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  • When will u go to Indonesia, Archie? I wait for u!
    Anonymous 7/4/09 Reply
  • He likes his son to be super singer for his own personal gain too. He is money hungry.
    Anonymous 6/29/09 Reply
  • omg...

    xoxo hSm 14
    high school 6/24/09 Reply
  • This happened way back in January, 2009 why is this article being printed only now? Why didn't the article state the Jeff Archuleta's case will be decided on June 30, 2009 and if he has complied with the conditions the case would be DISMISSED. Jeff...
    Anonymous 6/18/09 Reply
    • probally because his pr people wanted 2 keep it a secret untill now.
      Anonymous 6/18/09
  • Oh big deal - really who cares? People need to get a life.
    Anonymous 6/18/09 Reply