Selma Blair Taken Into Custody at New York’s JFK Airport After Allegedly Punching, Biting Delta Staffers

Actress and disability advocate Selma Blair was taken into custody Sunday night following an incident aboard a domestic Delta flight arriving at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport. Authorities were called to respond to reports of a physically abusive disturbance involving the actress and flight crew members, with allegations including that Blair punched and bit staff while attempting to open an aircraft door.

A representative for Blair stated that the incident was the result of a medical emergency. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey confirmed their involvement in the response to the disturbance.