Mardi Gras in New Orleans is a spectacle of exuberance and revelry, but for actor Shia LaBeouf, this year's celebration ended with a court order for rehabilitation. The festivities, which serve as a final binge before the Lenten season, took an unfortunate turn when LaBeouf was arrested after an incident in the early hours of Mardi Gras.

According to reports from the New Orleans Police Department, LaBeouf was apprehended shortly after midnight. An altercation erupted when he became increasingly belligerent at a business on Royal Street, leading to his removal by a staff member. Outside the establishment, LaBeouf allegedly assaulted two individuals, including punching one person multiple times and striking another in the nose.

Further adding to the severity of the incident, AP News reported that during the confrontation, LaBeouf was heard using homophobic slurs. One of the victims, Jeffrey Klein, who was wearing makeup at the time, expressed his distress over the attack. Despite the charges of simple battery, LaBeouf has not been charged with a hate crime.

This is not the first time LaBeouf has faced legal troubles related to his conduct while under the influence. His repeated run-ins with the law have been a recurring issue, previously discussed in lighter tones on platforms like Jimmy Kimmel Live. However, the repeating pattern of behavior has now led to more serious consequences.

In light of these events, Judge Simone Levine has mandated that LaBeouf enter a rehabilitation program. This decision underscores the necessity of addressing underlying issues, potentially offering LaBeouf the support needed to make positive changes. Rehabilitation, while challenging, might provide an opportunity for the actor to seek redemption and recovery.

As the legal proceedings continue, details and updates can be found through major news outlets including WDSU and AP News. The hope is that this court-mandated intervention will guide LaBeouf towards a more stable and responsible path.