Shia LaBeouf Arrested Again in Novel Orleans on Battery Charge

Actor Shia LaBeouf was arrested again in New Orleans on Saturday, February 28, 2026, and charged with an additional misdemeanor count of simple battery, according to court records reported by the Associated Press. This arrest comes just over a week after his initial arrest earlier this month.

Details of the Arrest

The new charge stems from a February 17th brawl outside the Royal Street Inn & R Bar near the French Quarter, during Mardi Gras celebrations as detailed by CBS News. LaBeouf is accused of hitting multiple people and repeatedly using homophobic slurs during the incident NBC News confirms.

Voluntary Surrender and Legal Response

LaBeouf’s attorney, Sarah Chervinsky, stated that the actor voluntarily turned himself in to the Orleans Parish jail after learning of the new arrest warrant issued on Friday, February 27th according to the AP. Chervinsky criticized the bond amount of over $100,000 and the fact that LaBeouf has been jailed twice for a single misdemeanor incident, arguing he shouldn’t be treated more harshly due to his public profile as reported by NBC News.

Previous Court Order

Following his first arrest, Judge Simone Levine ordered LaBeouf to undergo drug testing and enroll in a substance abuse treatment program CBS News reported. He reportedly posted bond and left the courthouse quickly, avoiding reporters according to CBS News.

Details of the Initial Incident

A video from the February 17th incident shows LaBeouf shoving one person to the ground and hitting another, potentially dislocating their nose as detailed in a New Orleans police report cited by CBS News. Jeffrey Damnit, a local entertainer, identified himself as one of the people attacked by LaBeouf, stating the actor became aggressive and threatened those around him as told to the Associated Press.