US actress Selma Blair accused of assault after incident with flight attendants
US actress Selma Blair has been issued a summons alleging assault following an incident aboard a Delta flight to New York on Sunday. She was arrested and taken to hospital after the plane landed.
The New York Port Authority said two flight attendants were injured, and one went to hospital. Blair’s publicist said she received medical care after landing and was in stable condition.
CBS News reported that crew members restrained Blair during the flight. Audio obtained by the outlet captured the pilot requesting medical help, mentioning a bloody nose and bite marks.
Blair later apologized publicly. She said she had mistakenly combined medication and alcohol, blacked out, and regretted her actions. Delta said it does not tolerate disruptive or illegal conduct, citing passenger and crew safety.
She is expected to appear in a petty violation court in Brooklyn, but no hearing date has been announced. The summons accuses her of assault; the article does not report a court finding.
Key points
- Two flight attendants were hurt in the incident, and one was taken to hospital.
- Blair apologized and said medication mixed with alcohol contributed to her behavior.
- She must appear in Brooklyn court, though a date has not been set.