Actor Shia LaBeouf Arrested After Alleged Mardi Gras Fight in New Orleans

LaBeouf faces two counts of simple battery after allegedly hitting two men during Mardi Gras celebrations.

Feb. 19, 2026 at 1:39am

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Actor Shia LaBeouf was arrested early Tuesday morning in New Orleans and charged with two counts of simple battery after allegedly hitting two men during Mardi Gras celebrations in the French Quarter. Police say LaBeouf became increasingly aggressive inside a business, and an employee tried to remove him, leading to the alleged altercations outside.

Why it matters

LaBeouf has a history of run-ins with the law, including previous arrests for public intoxication, disorderly conduct, and domestic violence allegations. This latest incident raises further questions about the actor's behavior and potential struggles with anger management or substance abuse issues.

The details

According to police, officers were called around 12:45 a.m. after LaBeouf allegedly "caused a disturbance and became increasingly aggressive" inside a business in the French Quarter. When an employee tried to remove LaBeouf from the premises, he is accused of hitting a man "multiple times with closed fists." Witnesses say LaBeouf left the area but later returned and continued acting aggressively, leading "multiple individuals" to try to restrain him before police arrived.

  • The incident occurred around 12:45 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, during Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans.

The players

Shia LaBeouf

A 39-year-old American actor known for his roles in films like "Transformers" and "Indiana Jones and the Crystal Skull." LaBeouf has a history of legal troubles, including previous arrests for public intoxication, disorderly conduct, and domestic violence allegations.

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What’s next

LaBeouf was taken to a hospital for treatment of unknown injuries and then arrested and taken into custody by police. Court and jail records do not currently list an attorney who could speak on his behalf.

The takeaway

This latest incident involving Shia LaBeouf underscores the actor's ongoing personal struggles and the need for him to address any underlying issues that may be contributing to his erratic and sometimes violent behavior. As a public figure, LaBeouf's actions continue to raise concerns about accountability and the challenges of navigating fame and the justice system.