Shia LaBeouf Arrested in New Orleans During Mardi Gras Celebrations

Actor Shia LaBeouf was arrested in New Orleans early Tuesday morning, February 17, 2026, following an altercation in the French Quarter during Mardi Gras celebrations. He is facing two counts of simple battery, according to the New Orleans Police Department Los Angeles Times.

Details of the Arrest

Police responded to a reported assault at a business located on the 1400 block of Royal Street around 12:45 a.m. Axios. The two alleged victims stated that LaBeouf assaulted them. Reports indicate the actor was initially causing a disturbance and was asked to leave the premises, a bar named R Bar in the Faubourg Marigny The Hollywood Reporter. After being removed, LaBeouf allegedly struck one of the men multiple times with closed fists.

According to police reports, LaBeouf returned to the bar and allegedly continued the assault on the same victim while onlookers attempted to intervene The Hollywood Reporter.

Previous Legal Issues

This is not LaBeouf’s first encounter with the law. The Los Angeles Times notes that he has a history of violent behavior, including previous arrests and a prior domestic violence lawsuit filed by former girlfriend FKA twigs.

Recent Activity

LaBeouf had reportedly been on an extended bar crawl since Thursday prior to the incident The Hollywood Reporter.

Current Status

As of February 18, 2026, LaBeouf has been released from custody The Hollywood Reporter. A representative for the actor has not yet issued a statement.