Actor Selma Blair was arrested following an in-flight incident on a Delta Air Lines flight from Los Angeles to New York. According to her representatives, Blair experienced a medical emergency during the flight and did not intend to harm anyone. The incident led to her arrest at John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) on Sunday night.
Key Takeaways
Selma Blair was arrested after an incident on a Delta Air Lines flight from Los Angeles to New York. Her representatives state it was a medical emergency related to her multiple sclerosis (MS). She faces assault charges for allegedly harming cabin crew members and a police officer. According to reports, she pleaded not guilty in court.
- Selma Blair experienced a medical emergency during the flight, per her representatives
- The incident led to her arrest at John F Kennedy International Airport on Sunday night
- She was charged with two counts of second-degree assault for allegedly kicking a police officer and nurse after landing
- Her attorney claims she missed several doses of medication controlling severe neurological symptoms
- Blair's representatives deny any attempt to open the aircraft door, stating she did not intend to harm anyone
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▼Source Claims Check
High ConsensusAll 3 publishers report consistent facts across 3 key claims.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Emergency | Broad Agreement | Blair experienced medical emergency on flight | |
| Assault Charges | Broad Agreement | Charged with 2 counts of second-degree assault | |
| Medication Missed | Broad Agreement | Missed several doses of medication controlling severe neurological symptoms. |
Medical Emergency
Broad AgreementBlair experienced medical emergency on flight
Assault Charges
Broad AgreementCharged with 2 counts of second-degree assault
Medication Missed
Broad AgreementMissed several doses of medication controlling severe neurological symptoms.
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Blair was charged with two counts of second-degree assault for allegedly kicking a Port Authority police officer and a nurse after landing, as reported by The Guardian. Her attorney claims she missed several doses of medication controlling severe neurological symptoms. Blair pleaded not guilty to the charges in court on Monday.
According to The Los Angeles Times, Blair's representatives issued a statement denying that she attempted to open the aircraft door and emphasizing that her actions were due to a medical emergency related to her multiple sclerosis (MS). The statement also addressed previous media coverage, which they characterized as unsympathetic and inaccurate.
Blair's on-again, off-again boyfriend, Andy Kiernan, pleaded for compassion after the actress' arrest. He asked fans to 'pray for Selma,' according to Fox News. Blair is expected in court again in January 2027.
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