- - Police Claim 'Aggressive' Shia LaBeouf Punched 2 Men in New Orleans Bar Fight Before Arrest

Elizabeth RosnerFebruary 18, 2026 at 2:11 AM

0

Shia LaBeouf

Stefanie Rex/picture alliance via Getty

Shia LaBeouf punched two men after causing a disturbance, according to the New Orleans Police Department

The actor was arrested in New Orleans following an alleged altercation during Mardi Gras celebrations

He is facing two counts of simple battery, PEOPLE confirms

Shia LaBeouf’s arrest during Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans stems from an altercation that police say unfolded outside a Royal Street business.

In a statement provided to PEOPLE, the New Orleans Police Department alleged that the 39-year-old actor punched two men after causing a disturbance.

“At approximately 12:45am on February 17, 2026, NOPD officers were called to the 1400 block of Royal Street in response to a simple battery where two victims (two adult males), reported being assaulted,” police said.

“Investigators say a man identified as 39-year-old Shia LaBeouf was reportedly causing a disturbance and becoming increasingly aggressive at a Royal Street business. A staff member attempted to eject Mr. LaBeouf from the establishment. Once removed from the building, the victim reported being struck by LaBeouf who used his closed fists on the victim several times.”

According to the statement, “The victims reported that LaBeouf left, but then came back, acting even more aggressive.”

Police added, “Multiple people attempted to hold him down- he was eventually let up in hopes that he would leave- but he reportedly again struck the same victim with closed fists to the victim’s upper body. LaBeouf then reportedly assaulted another person-punching him in the nose.”

“LaBeouf was again held down until police arrived,” the statement continued. “He was taken to a hospital for treatment of unknown injuries. Upon release, he was arrested and charged with two counts of simple battery.”

The Transformers star has since been booked on two counts of simple battery and is expected to appear in court Tuesday afternoon.

LaBeouf, who has had a troubled legal history and has spoken openly in recent years about his sobriety and efforts to rebuild his life, had been in New Orleans since Thursday for Mardi Gras festivities.

The actor shares a daughter with actress Mia Goth, with whom he has had an on-and-off relationship since 2012.

Representatives for the actor have not publicly commented.

on People

Original Article on Source

Source: “AOL Entertainment”