"This defendant does not take his alcohol addiction seriously. This court does not believe he understands the level of seriousness when it comes to these allegations. The judge ordered LaBeouf to submit to weekly drug tests, including one on the spot in the courthouse, expressing concern for the safety of the larger community, especially the marginalized LGBT+ community."
"Jeffrey Damnit, a local entertainer identified in the police report as Jeffrey Klein, previously told the Associated Press that LaBeouf repeatedly punched him and used homophobic slurs while threatening his life. Mr Damnit said he believed LaBeouf had targeted him because he was wearing make-up and eyeliner, stating: This guy wants me to be dead because I wear make-up."
"The police report describes the actor allegedly using homophobic slurs as he returned to a bar and hit people with a closed fist after being asked to leave. The judge noted that when she originally released LaBeouf without bail within hours of his arrest on February 17 she had not previously had access to the police report detailing these allegations."
Shia LaBeouf appeared in Orleans Parish Criminal Court facing charges related to an incident in the French Quarter where he allegedly assaulted multiple people and used homophobic slurs. The judge noted concern for community safety, particularly the LGBT+ community. LaBeouf was ordered to submit to weekly drug tests, with an initial test showing no illegal substances. Judge Simone Levine expressed concern that LaBeouf does not take his alcohol addiction seriously and does not understand the severity of the allegations. One victim reported being repeatedly punched and targeted due to wearing makeup and eyeliner. LaBeouf posted bail and declined to comment, stating he would not speak to reporters.
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