Police accuse Shia LaBeouf of assault in New Orleans

Police have shared details of an alleged assault by Shia LaBeouf.

Shia LaBeouf has been accused of assaulting two men in a bar fight.

The 39-year-old actor is facing two counts of simple battery, after being arrested in New Orleans following an alleged altercation during Mardi Gras celebrations, and the police have now provided an update on the incident.

In a statement provided to People, the police said: “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.

“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.

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

LaBeouf has been accused of assaulting two men in New Orleans.

The police said: “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. He was taken to a hospital for treatment of unknown injuries. Upon release, he was arrested and charged with two counts of simple battery.”

LaBeouf was involved in a confrontation outside a bar in the city’s French Quarter. In a video obtained by TMZ, LaBeouf can be seen receiving medical treatment from paramedics following the alleged clash. However, it remains unclear what led to the confrontation.

LaBeouf – who has a history of legal troubles and addiction – arrived in New Orleans last week for the Mardi Gras festivities.

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