Selma Blair taken into custody in New York after an alleged assault on a flight

Actress Selma Blair was taken into custody by the New York Port Authority Police Department late Sunday night following an incident on a Delta Airlines flight from Los Angeles to New York. Authorities state Blair was physically abusive and injured two flight attendants. According to TheWrap, Blair also allegedly attempted to open an aircraft door mid-flight. One flight attendant was reportedly hospitalized, and BBC News reports that the flight crew allegedly restrained the 54-year-old actress.

The FBI confirmed it is investigating a potential assault aboard the flight. Regarding the incident, Blair's publicist told both BBC News and TheWrap that the actress experienced a medical emergency that led to the alleged conduct. The publicist noted that Blair received immediate medical attention upon landing and is currently in stable condition.

The incident occurred around 2300 local time on Delta Flight 938. While the incident did not impact the flight, a representative for Delta stated the company has zero tolerance for unruly or unlawful behavior.

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