Actress Selma Blair is facing reported federal and state assault charges following an incident aboard a Delta Air Lines flight bound for New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport, according to TMZ.
The incident reportedly occurred Sunday while the aircraft was in the air. TMZ reported that Blair allegedly became physically aggressive toward two flight attendants, punching one and biting the other.
According to the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, two flight attendants reported injuries, and one was taken to a hospital. Dispatch audio obtained by TMZ reportedly referenced injuries including a bloody nose and bite marks.
Blair was reportedly restrained aboard the aircraft and arrested after it landed at JFK. Law enforcement sources also told TMZ that she was taken to a hospital for evaluation.
In a further development, TMZ reported that an FBI-issued federal summons accused Blair of “assault within the special maritime and territorial jurisdiction of the United States.” The outlet described the document as a violation notice.
At the state level, Blair has reportedly been charged with two counts of assault: one involving a police officer and another involving a nurse.
Law enforcement sources told TMZ that Blair allegedly kicked a Port Authority police officer in the head while being transported by ambulance and later allegedly assaulted a nurse at the hospital. The nurse reportedly pressed charges.
These allegations have not been presented here as proven facts, and the available report does not establish the outcome of either case.
Blair’s representative told TMZ that the actress experienced a medical emergency that led to the alleged conduct. The representative said she received immediate medical attention after landing and was in stable condition.
The circumstances surrounding the reported medical emergency have not been established in the supplied report.
TMZ also obtained audio reportedly recorded by an eyewitness as Blair exited the aircraft at JFK. The recording captures screaming as an alarm sounds.
The FBI is investigating the incident, according to TMZ. The supplied report did not include a statement from Blair addressing the specific allegations.
Delta Air Lines also responded to the incident, with a spokesperson telling TMZ: “Delta has zero tolerance for unruly or unlawful behavior, as the safety of our customers and crew always comes first.”
The incident follows a separate episode in 2016, when Blair was reportedly removed from a flight by stretcher after an outburst.
Blair is known for her roles in Cruel Intentions, Legally Blonde, The Sweetest Thing and the Hellboy films. Her most recent public appearance, according to TMZ, was at an Anti-Defamation League event in New York City earlier in October.
The case remains developing, and further information about the investigation and reported charges may emerge.
