• Actor Shia LaBeouf was arrested in New Orleans during Mardi Gras for alleged battery.
• He is charged with two counts of simple battery for assaults on two men.
• LaBeouf reportedly exhibited violent behavior and was restrained until police arrived.
• The actor has a history of violent and disorderly conduct incidents.
• No attorney representation has been publicly identified following his arrest.

Shia LaBeouf’s Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans reportedly escalated into violence early Tuesday morning, leading to his arrest and charges of battery. The New Orleans Police confirmed that LaBeouf, 39, was apprehended around 12:45 a.m. after allegedly hitting two men during the festivities in the French Quarter. He was charged with two counts of simple battery, according to LA Times, Channel News Asia, and South China Morning Post.

The disturbances began when LaBeouf was "causing a disturbance" inside a business on Royal Street, leading staff to remove him from the premises. However, reports indicate that LaBeouf returned to the scene and continued to act aggressively. Allegations state that he struck one man multiple times with closed fists and punched another in the nose. Witnesses attempted to restrain him to prevent further violence until police arrived, as outlined by LA Times and Channel News Asia.

After being subdued, LaBeouf was taken to a hospital due to an undisclosed injury and subsequently arrested for the two counts of battery upon his release. The incident has drawn attention given LaBeouf's previous legal troubles and public disturbances, including a notable assault allegation from former girlfriend FKA Twigs, who accused him of physical and emotional abuse, which they settled last year, according to South China Morning Post and Channel News Asia.

LaBeouf's history includes various run-ins with law enforcement, including past arrests for public drunkenness and disorderly conduct. This latest incident adds to a complex narrative surrounding the actor, known for his roles in films such as "Transformers" and "Honey Boy." His representative has yet to comment on the arrest, as reported by LA Times and South China Morning Post.