Shia LaBeouf Ordered Back to Rehab Following Mardi Gras Arrest

Recent Orleans – Actor Shia LaBeouf has been ordered to return to drug and alcohol rehabilitation following his arrest during Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans. A Louisiana judge set a $100,000 bond for the actor, who is facing two counts of simple battery, on Thursday, February 26, 2026.

Details of the Arrest and Court Hearing

LaBeouf was arrested on February 17, 2026, after allegedly assaulting multiple people outside a bar in the French Quarter. According to police reports and statements presented in court, LaBeouf allegedly yelled homophobic slurs while physically attacking individuals Fox News. One alleged victim reportedly suffered a dislocated nose AP News.

During the court hearing, Orleans Parish Criminal Court Judge Simone Levine reprimanded LaBeouf for his behavior. The judge ordered LaBeouf to submit to weekly drug tests and a test administered in the courtroom reportedly came back negative Fox News.

Incident Details and Aftermath

Video footage of the incident shows LaBeouf engaging in a physical altercation with several individuals outside R Bar in the Marigny neighborhood WWLTV. The altercation reportedly began after LaBeouf was asked to leave the bar. He allegedly shoved one man and threw punches at others as a crowd gathered.

After posting the $100,000 bond, LaBeouf was seen running from the courthouse as media attempted to approach him Fox News.

Request to Travel Denied

LaBeouf had requested permission to travel to Rome in March for religious events, specifically his father’s baptism, but the judge denied his request Fox News.

His next court appearance is scheduled for March 19, according to court records WWLTV.