Shia LaBeouf arrested in New Orleans, but why? Movie star Shia LaBeouf is facing two counts of simple battery. 17 February 2026 Shia LaBeouf has been arrested in New Orleans following an alleged altercation during Mardi Gras celebrations. Shia LaBeouf has been arrested The 39-year-old actor is facing two counts of simple battery and is now set to appear in court on Tuesday (17.02.26) afternoon, People reports. LaBeouf - who was seen without a shirt in the streets of New Orleans - was involved in a confrontation outside a bar in the city's French Quarter.