Shia LaBeouf Arrested Amid Mardi Gras Disturbance In New Orleans

Shia LaBeouf was reportedly assaulted during a chaotic confrontation in New Orleans, according to video shared by TMZ. The footage appears to show the 39-year-old struggling to stand after being knocked down while another man threatens him and throws punches.

Witness audio in the clip captures warnings for LaBeouf to remain on the ground as the altercation escalates. A second person then enters the scene, intensifying the situation captured on camera.

Reports indicate LaBeouf was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment of undisclosed injuries. Authorities later arrested him and filed two misdemeanor battery charges connected to the incident.

Law enforcement sources told PEOPLE the confrontation occurred shortly after midnight near a bar in the French Quarter during Mardi Gras celebrations. Video from the aftermath shows paramedics assisting the actor, though details about how the dispute began remain unclear.

The arrest adds to a history of legal and personal challenges. Past controversies include a 2020 lawsuit from musician FKA Twigs, which was settled in 2025 with LaBeouf denying the claims, as well as a 2017 arrest in Georgia followed by court-mandated treatment.

LaBeouf, who shares a daughter with actress Mia Goth, first gained fame on the Disney Channel series Even Stevens. He later starred in major films including Transformers, building a successful Hollywood career.

In recent years, the actor has spoken candidly about addiction recovery and mental health struggles. Despite professional acclaim, his personal difficulties have continued to draw significant public attention.