Jackass star Bam Margera was arrested on Monday after jumping into a pool fully-clothed during Mardi Gras carnival celebrations in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Police officers detained the 32 year old in the French Quarter of the city and took him into custody after the prank.

Margera tells TMZ.com he was arrested and adds, "I was swimming in a pool with my clothes on at Mardi Gras. Not really a good story... but that's what happened."

Margera was later released but it is unknown if he was charged with an offense.