New Orleans police have obtained a new arrest warrant for actor Shia LaBeouf as part of an ongoing battery case that has already left him facing two counts. According to multiple sources, the latest warrant raises the total number of alleged battery victims to three. The Guardian has independently confirmed these details through a reliable source familiar with the matter, highlighting the serious nature of the allegations against the actor.

LaBeouf, who is 39 years old, was first arrested on February 17 for simple battery after allegedly shouting homophobic slurs and physically assaulting individuals at the R Bar in the Marigny neighborhood of New Orleans. The confrontation reportedly occurred after LaBeouf was asked to leave the premises. Following his arrest, he was released on his own recognizance, allowing him to avoid posting bond. Notably, LaBeouf was seen later that same day enjoying the Mardi Gras festivities on Bourbon Street, indicating a stark contrast between his public and private conduct at that time.

The issuance of the new warrant indicates that police are actively pursuing further allegations against the actor, reflecting an escalating legal situation for LaBeouf. With these additional charges, it raises questions about his behavior and conduct leading to multiple incidents of alleged violence, which could have broader implications for his career and public image, particularly in how such incidents are perceived in the context of ongoing discussions about celebrity accountability and conduct.