Shia LaBeouf Yelled Homophobic Slurs During New Orleans Arrest: Report
Rolling Stone • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Shia LaBeouf was arrested in New Orleans during Mardi Gras and charged with two counts of simple battery after hitting two people at a bar in the French Quarter.
- Police reports indicate LaBeouf became aggressive, used homophobic slurs, and was involved in a physical altercation at the Royal Street Inn & R Bar.
- One victim, Jeffrey Damnit, claimed LaBeouf targeted him due to his makeup and lipstick, alleging the actor threatened his life and repeatedly used homophobic slurs.
- Video evidence shows LaBeouf shoving and striking individuals, with one victim possibly sustaining a dislocated nose; LaBeouf continued using slurs while being detained.
- After treatment for unknown injuries at a hospital,
