Shia LaBeouf Arrested Again After Third Victim Comes Forward in Mardi Gras Incident

The actor faces a new battery charge related to the alleged Feb. 17 fight outside a New Orleans bar.

Published on Mar. 3, 2026

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Actor Shia LaBeouf has been arrested on a new charge of simple battery after a third victim came forward from an alleged fight outside a New Orleans bar during Mardi Gras on February 17. LaBeouf is currently being held at the Louisiana Orleans Justice Center and is set to appear in court this afternoon for his first appearance related to the new charge. This is the actor's third simple battery charge related to the incident.

Why it matters

LaBeouf's legal troubles continue to mount, raising concerns about his behavior and potential mental health issues. The alleged Mardi Gras incident has drawn increased scrutiny to the actor's conduct and the potential impact on public safety in the French Quarter.

The details

According to reports, an arrest warrant was issued on Friday after an additional victim came forward from the alleged fight outside the R Bar on February 17. LaBeouf is accused of using "his closed fists on the victim several times" and striking another person by punching them in the nose. Multiple people allegedly attempted to hold LaBeouf down outside the business before police arrived.

  • On February 17, the alleged incident occurred outside the R Bar in New Orleans.
  • On February 26, LaBeouf appeared in court for a status hearing on the original charges.
  • On February 28, LaBeouf was arrested on a new charge of simple battery and is set to appear in court this afternoon.

The players

Shia LaBeouf

A 39-year-old actor who has faced multiple legal issues in recent years, including the alleged Mardi Gras incident in New Orleans.

New Orleans Police Department (NOPD)

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the alleged incident and has charged LaBeouf with multiple counts of simple battery.

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What they’re saying

“Free me.”

— Shia LaBeouf (X)

What’s next

LaBeouf is set to appear in court this afternoon for his first appearance related to the new simple battery charge. The judge will likely determine if he will be granted bail or if he will remain in custody.

The takeaway

Shia LaBeouf's legal troubles continue to escalate, with the actor now facing a third simple battery charge related to an alleged incident during Mardi Gras in New Orleans. This latest arrest raises further questions about LaBeouf's behavior and mental health, and the potential impact on public safety in the French Quarter.