Actress Selma Blair was arrested after an alleged physical altercation occurred on a flight from Los Angeles to New York City on Sunday night.

Key facts
- •The incident occurred on Delta Air Lines Flight 938, which landed at JFK International Airport at 11 p.m. Sunday.
- •Two flight attendants were injured, with one suffering a laceration and the other reporting bite marks.
- •Blair, 54, was transported to Jamaica Hospital for evaluation following the flight.
- •The FBI is investigating the incident as a potential assault and is reportedly pursuing two charges against Blair.
- •Blair's attorney stated that the actress experienced a medical emergency that resulted in the alleged behavior.
Actress Selma Blair was taken into custody following an incident on a Delta Air Lines flight from Los Angeles to New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport on Sunday night. Authorities reported that two flight attendants sustained injuries during the disturbance, with one requiring hospitalization. The FBI is currently investigating the event as a potential assault.
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Details of the In-Flight Incident
The incident occurred at 11 p.m. on Delta Air Lines Flight 938. According to a law enforcement source, the flight crew was required to restrain Blair during the flight. Air traffic control audio captured the pilot requesting medical personnel at the gate, noting that a flight attendant had sustained bite marks and a bloody nose. The pilot also reported that the passenger appeared to have struck her head on the bulkhead.
Medical Evaluation and Legal Status
Following the plane's arrival at JFK, Blair was transported to Jamaica Hospital for evaluation. A law enforcement source alleged that Blair kicked a Port Authority police officer while in the ambulance and assaulted a nurse upon arriving at the hospital. Blair remains in custody, and the FBI is reportedly charging her with two counts of assault. Her service dog, which was traveling with her, is currently in the custody of her attorney.
Statements and Background
A representative for Blair stated that she experienced a medical emergency that led to the conduct, noting that she is currently in stable condition. Delta Air Lines issued a statement affirming its zero-tolerance policy for unruly or unlawful behavior, emphasizing that the safety of customers and crew is a priority. The Federal Aviation Administration has also announced it will investigate the passenger disturbance.
Timeline
- Sunday nightThe incident occurred on a flight from Los Angeles to New York.
- 11 p.m.The reported time of the disturbance on board the aircraft.
- MondayDelta Air Lines issued a statement regarding the incident.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by CBS News Entertainment, NBC News Pop Culture.

