Shia LaBeouf was arrested in the early hours of Tuesday in New Orleans, where he was involved in a disturbance during the city's famous Mardi Gras festivities. According to reports, LaBeouf was accused of simple battery after allegedly attacking a man outside a bar in the French Quarter. The incident drew the attention of local law enforcement, prompting them to intervene and ultimately leading to LaBeouf's arrest.

Witnesses stated that LaBeouf became increasingly aggressive after an initial attempt to remove him from the premises resulted in him physically assaulting another patron multiple times. Although he initially left the area, he returned to the scene, where his behavior escalated, requiring police to step in. Video footage showed paramedics attending to LaBeouf after the altercation, indicating that the confrontation may have resulted in injuries.

The actor is now facing two counts of simple battery, and he is set to appear in court later today. This incident marks another troubling episode in LaBeouf's history of legal issues and public altercations, which continues to raise questions about his personal conduct and mental well-being, especially in the context of public high-profile events like Mardi Gras where festivities can quickly turn chaotic.