Shia Labeouf Seen Out Running Shirtless After Recent Arrest in New Orleans

Shia LaBeouf appears to be settling back into his daily routine following a highly publicized arrest earlier this week. The 39-year-old actor was seen running shirtless through a New Orleans neighborhood on Thursday, February 19.

This outing occurred just days after he was taken into custody outside a local bar after a physical altercation resulted in two counts of battery. The controversy surrounding the incident has grown as more details from the police report emerge.

According to the official documents, LaBeouf is accused of using a homophobic slur multiple times during the fight. The individual involved in the scuffle told authorities that the actor directed the language toward them repeatedly, and police noted that the behavior continued toward others during the investigation and subsequent arrest.

Shia LaBeouf was spotted going for a shirtless run around New Orleans on Thursday, days after he was arrested for battery. pic.twitter.com/WrkPXhmP2Y

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This latest legal trouble arrives during a period where LaBeouf has been attempting to maintain a steady presence in the industry. He recently finished filming a project titled The Rooster Prince, where sources on set reportedly observed moments of erratic behavior and intense mood swings.

While some colleagues were concerned, others noted his intense commitment to a character dealing with mental health struggles might have influenced his demeanor. In May 2025, LaBeouf appeared in the British boxing drama Salvable, playing a determined street boxer alongside Toby Kebbell.

The film, which required him to undergo rigorous physical training with professional boxers, received mixed reviews but was noted for his visceral performance. He was also featured in Francis Ford Coppola’s long-awaited epic Megalopolis, playing the lustful and manipulative Clodio Pulcher in a cast that included Adam Driver and Aubrey Plaza.

Looking toward the future, LaBeouf has several high-profile projects in various stages of development. He is set to star in the David Mamet-penned thriller Assassination, a reimagining of the JFK assassination from the perspective of the mob, featuring an ensemble that includes Al Pacino and John Travolta.

Additionally, he has been attached to the action-thriller Mace, where he is slated to play a corrupt veteran police officer opposite Trevor Jackson. The actor’s personal life remains a point of public fascination as he navigates these professional milestones.

He recently purchased a home in New Orleans following his separation from Mia Goth and has spoken about finding a new sense of peace through his recent conversion to Catholicism. However, as his March 19 court date approaches, the industry is once again watching to see how his personal conduct will impact his standing in Hollywood.

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