Selma Blair was taken into custody after a Delta flight landed in New York on a Sunday evening. She faces accusations of biting one flight attendant and punching another during an incident on the plane. The 54-year-old actress reportedly attempted to open a cabin door while the flight was in progress. However, Delta stated there was no record of such an attempt. By the time Flight 938 arrived at John F. Kennedy International Airport, the pilot had called for police and medical assistance. Two flight attendants reported being injured, and one was later hospitalized.
The flight, which traveled from Los Angeles to New York on October 11, saw Blair involved in a dispute with the crew. Reports indicated that she assaulted flight attendants after her attempt to open the door. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey confirmed that injuries were sustained but did not clarify what triggered the confrontation. Audio obtained by TMZ revealed the pilot requesting medical help for crew members involved in an incident with a passenger. The injuries were described as including a bloody nose and bite marks, and it was noted that Blair had possibly hit her head.
Blair was restrained in her seat while authorities awaited the plane’s arrival. An eyewitness recording captured the commotion as she was escorted off the aircraft. After the plane reached the gate, she was arrested, and both a flight attendant and Blair were transported to the hospital for evaluation. Delta noted that the flight arrived early and that the incident did not disrupt operations.
The situation escalated further when Blair was in the ambulance. Law enforcement sources indicated she kicked a Port Authority officer in the head and later struck a nurse at the hospital, prompting the nurse to file charges. Reports suggest that Blair is facing two state counts stemming from these incidents. The Port Authority confirmed her detention and medical evaluation but did not address the later allegations.
The FBI has been informed of the potential offense on the flight and is conducting an investigation. However, their spokesperson has not provided details while the inquiry is ongoing. Some reports have mentioned possible federal charges related to the actions against the flight attendants, but the FBI did not confirm if any charges had been filed.
Blair’s representative explained her behavior as stemming from a medical emergency and stated that she received immediate care after landing. Delta emphasized its strict policy against disruptive behavior, underscoring the safety of passengers and crew as a top priority. What are your thoughts on how airlines should handle incidents like this?
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