URGENT UPDATE: Actor Shia LaBeouf has been arrested again, facing a new charge of simple battery linked to his alleged involvement in a Mardi Gras brawl in New Orleans. This marks the third battery charge stemming from the incident on February 17, 2023.
LaBeouf was taken into custody early Saturday and is currently held at the Orleans Justice Center. According to inmate records accessed by Fox News Digital, an arrest warrant was issued on Friday after an additional victim came forward regarding the altercation outside R Bar.
During a court appearance earlier today, LaBeouf was released on a $100,000 bond but made headlines by running from the courthouse, evading the media. This latest charge adds to a troubling series of events, including allegations of homophobic slurs and physical assaults against multiple victims.
“The victims reported that LaBeouf was acting aggressively, causing a disturbance at a Royal Street business,” stated the New Orleans Police Department.
The altercation reportedly began around 12:45 a.m. on February 17, when LaBeouf allegedly struck two men outside the establishment. Eyewitnesses claim he became increasingly aggressive after being asked to leave, resulting in physical confrontations that left at least one victim with a dislocated nose.
LaBeouf’s legal troubles have intensified, with a judge ordering him to return to drug and alcohol rehabilitation as part of the ongoing proceedings. He is also mandated to submit to weekly drug tests following a status hearing on February 26, where the judge criticized his behavior.
Following his court appearance, LaBeouf was seen celebrating Mardi Gras, raising eyebrows with a social media post declaring, “Free me,” just hours before his latest arrest.
This developing story highlights the actor’s ongoing struggles and raises questions about his future in Hollywood. Fans and observers are keenly watching how this high-profile case unfolds.
Authorities are expected to release further details as the situation progresses. Stay tuned for updates as they become available.
