Shia LaBeouf was arrested in New Orleans early Tuesday, February 17, 2026, following a violent altercation during Mardi Gras celebrations.
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Key Details of the Arrest:
Charges: The 39-year-old actor was booked on two counts of simple battery.
Incident Location: The incident occurred around 12:45 a.m. near the R Bar in the Marigny/French Quarter area.
Allegations: Police reports indicate LaBeouf was "irate and aggressive," punching two men with closed fists—one of whom reportedly suffered a dislocated nose. Witnesses and bystanders restrained him until police arrived.
Aftermath: Following his arrest, LaBeouf was taken to a hospital for evaluation before being booked into Central Lockup.
Release: He was released on his own recognizance and was reportedly spotted hours later on Bourbon Street dancing with his release papers.
Response: LaBeouf posted "free me" on X (formerly Twitter) following the incident.
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This arrest marks the latest in a series of legal issues for the actor, which have previously included arrests for public intoxication, disorderly conduct, and a 2020 lawsuit from ex-girlfriend FKA twigs, which was settled in 2025. Reports also noted that LaBeouf and his wife, Mia Goth, had separated last year.