Daniel Penny Acquitted in Jordan Neely Subway Death Case

Daniel Penny, a former Marine, was acquitted of criminally negligent homicide in the death of Jordan Neely, a homeless man, on a New York City subway. The case, which involved Penny placing Neely in a fatal chokehold, sparked protests and debates on public safety, mental health, and race. The jury's decision followed the dropping of a more serious manslaughter charge. Neely's family expressed devastation, while Penny's supporters argued he acted to protect passengers.