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What to Know About Selma Blair's Alleged Plane Incident and What's Next
The actress pleaded not guilty after two flight attendants, a police officer and a nurse reported injuries, and the FBI is investigating.
- On Sunday, October 11, 'Legally Blonde' actor Selma Blair was arrested after a disturbance on Delta Flight 938 from Los Angeles to New York, where law enforcement sources allege she assaulted two flight attendants.
- Defense attorney Shawn Barnes stated in court that Blair experienced a 'state of severe confusion and disorientation' after missing medication for multiple sclerosis and Parkinsonism, combined with a head injury during the flight.
- According to court documents, Blair allegedly removed her leg from stretcher straps while being transported to Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, kicking a police officer and a nurse and causing 'substantial pain.'
- During her Monday arraignment in Queens, Blair pleaded not guilty to two counts of second-degree assault; the judge set bail at $20,000 cash or $60,000 bond, adjourning the case until January 19, 2027.
- The FBI issued a federal summons regarding the flight incident, while Delta Airlines stated it has 'zero tolerance for unruly or unlawful behavior' as the safety of customers and crew remains the priority.
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Leaning Left2Leaning Right3Center3Last UpdatedBias Distribution38% Center, 37% Right
Bias Distribution
- 38% of the sources are Center, 37% of the sources lean Right
38% Center
L 25%
C 38%
R 37%
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