Hollywood actor Shia LaBeouf has found himself ensnared in another legal predicament following his arrest during New Orleans’ Mardi Gras festivities. Local media outlets reported on Tuesday that the “Transformers” star was taken into custody after an alleged altercation outside a bar in the French Quarter.
Eyewitnesses claim to have seen LaBeouf escorted out of a nearby establishment without apparent cause. A subsequent confrontation broke out moments later, prompting authorities to intervene. The incident led to LaBeouf’s immediate hospitalization for medical treatment, although it is not clear whether he was treated for injuries or substance abuse.
LaBeouf has faced legal issues in the past. Court records indicate that he currently faces two charges of simple battery. Media reports have also highlighted his troubled background, including a 2025 lawsuit filed by FKA Twigs alleging sexual assault and other forms of misconduct. The plaintiff’s case was settled earlier this year.
In addition to this recent incident, LaBeouf has a history of erratic behavior and legal troubles. He was ordered into rehab in 2017 following his arrest for public intoxication and disorderly conduct in Georgia. In the intervening years, he has grappled with substance abuse issues that have dogged him.
LaBeouf’s involvement in recent media projects underscores both his talent and his struggles with control issues. His appearance in Leo Lewis O’Neil’s documentary “Slauson Rec,” screened at the Cannes Film Festival, displayed LaBeouf’s tendency to instigate conflict and engage in aggressive behavior. The film documents the actor leading an experimental theater company where he reportedly berated actors, crew members, and even initiated a physical altercation.
In light of his recent arrest, LaBeouf’s public image remains murky. His history of erratic conduct, coupled with his involvement in controversial projects, raises questions about how to manage such celebrity personalities who struggle with mental health issues or substance abuse.