Shia LaBeouf Blames Fear of Gay People for Mardi Gras Arrest Case

Shia LaBeouf addressed his arrest for simple battery in New Orleans during an interview where he attributed his violent behavior to ego and a fear of gay people.The actor was taken into custody during Mardi Gras celebrations after allegedly assaulting two individuals and using homophobic slurs outside a business.While a judge ordered substance abuse treatment and a $100,000 bond, Shia LaBeouf maintained he does not have a drinking problem.New Orleans police later issued an additional warrant for the actor following reports of another victim being struck during the physical altercation.