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crime-and-justice1 year ago

Judge Dismisses Key Charge in Controversial NYC Subway Chokehold Case

A Manhattan jury was unable to reach a verdict on the second-degree manslaughter charge against Daniel Penny, a white man accused of fatally choking Jordan Neely, a Black street artist, on a New York subway. After 16 hours of deliberation, the jury deadlocked twice, leading the judge to dismiss the manslaughter charge but allowing the prosecution to proceed with a charge of criminally negligent homicide. Penny, who claimed he acted to protect other passengers, could face up to four years in prison if convicted on the lesser charge.

via The Root|
#chokehold#crime-and-justice#jury
crime1 year ago

Daniel Penny's Defense Rests Without His Testimony in Manslaughter Trial

Marine veteran Daniel Penny's defense team has rested their case in his manslaughter trial without calling him to testify. Penny is charged in the death of Jordan Neely, a homeless man, after placing him in a chokehold on a New York subway. The defense argues Penny acted in self-defense to protect passengers from Neely, who they claim was threatening. A medical expert testified that Neely's death was due to multiple factors, not solely the chokehold. Closing statements are set for December 2, and Penny faces up to 15 years in prison if convicted.

via Newsmax|
#chokehold#crime#daniel-penny
crime1 year ago

Defense Rests in Daniel Penny Trial, Disputes Chokehold Cause of Death

A defense medical examiner testified that Jordan Neely did not die from a chokehold applied by Daniel Penny on a New York City subway, but rather from stress and underlying health conditions. Penny faces manslaughter charges for the incident, with prosecutors arguing the chokehold caused Neely's death. The defense's expert, Dr. Satish Chundru, disputed the city medical examiner's findings, suggesting Neely's schizophrenia, sickle cell trait, and drug use contributed to his death. The prosecution challenged Chundru's conclusions and credibility during cross-examination.

via Gothamist|
#chokehold#crime#daniel-penny
crime-and-justice1 year ago

Defense Argues Jordan Neely's Death Not Caused by Chokehold in Daniel Penny Trial

A defense pathologist testified that Jordan Neely's death on a NYC subway was due to multiple factors, not solely a chokehold, contradicting the medical examiner's ruling. Daniel Penny, charged with manslaughter, allegedly held Neely in a chokehold for six minutes. The defense argues Neely's death resulted from a combination of sickle cell crisis, schizophrenia, restraint, and synthetic marijuana. The case has sparked debate over Penny's actions, with character witnesses testifying to his empathy and integrity.

via NBC News|
#chokehold#crime-and-justice#daniel-penny
nation1 year ago

Witness Recants in NYC Subway Chokehold Manslaughter Trial

In a New York City courtroom, Eric Gonzalez testified about his involvement in restraining Jordan Neely, who died after being placed in a chokehold by ex-Marine Daniel Penny on a subway. Gonzalez, who tried to convince Penny to release Neely, described his actions as an attempt to de-escalate the situation. Penny faces manslaughter charges, with prosecutors arguing he acted with indifference to Neely's life. The case has sparked public debate on safety and racial justice, with Gonzalez expressing fear of public backlash for his testimony.

via PBS NewsHour|
#chokehold#manslaughter#nation
crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Former Marine Daniel Penny to Stand Trial in October for NYC Subway Chokehold Death"

Daniel Penny, a former Marine, will stand trial in October for the death of Jordan Neely, whom he put in a fatal chokehold on a NYC subway train. Penny has pleaded not guilty to second-degree manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. His attorneys claim he was defending himself and others, while prosecutors argue that the chokehold lasted well past the point of Neely's movement. The trial is expected to last between four and six weeks, and a hearing to suppress statements made by Penny has been scheduled for September.

via ABC News|
#chokehold#crime-and-justice#manslaughter
crime-and-justice2 years ago

"Judge Denies Daniel Penny's Motion to Dismiss Involuntary Manslaughter Case in Jordan Neely Chokehold Death"

A New York City judge has denied Daniel Penny's request to dismiss the case against him for placing Jordan Neely, a Black subway rider, in a fatal chokehold last year. Penny, a Marine veteran, pleaded not guilty to charges of second-degree manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The incident, which occurred on the F train in Manhattan, resulted in Neely's death and sparked a national debate on homelessness, mental health, and violence on subways. Penny claims he was defending himself and other passengers, while Neely's family revealed his struggles with homelessness and mental health issues.

via NBC News|
#chokehold#crime-and-justice#daniel-penny
crime-and-justice2 years ago

"Subway Chokehold Suspect Daniel Penny Returns to Court for Dismissal Hearing"

Daniel Penny, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, faces a court hearing in New York regarding the subway death of Jordan Neely, a Black man experiencing homelessness. The judge denied Penny's request to dismiss the case, which will now move forward and likely go to trial. Witnesses say Neely was acting erratically on the subway before Penny put him in a chokehold, leading to Neely's death. Both defense and prosecutors have presented conflicting witness accounts and arguments regarding the level of danger posed by Neely, with the defense claiming Penny did not intend to harm Neely and acted to prevent harm to other passengers.

via USA TODAY|
#chokehold#court-hearing#crime-and-justice
crime2 years ago

Jury Acquits Colorado Officer in Elijah McClain's Death, Sparking Outrage

A Colorado jury has found police officer Nathan Woodyard not guilty of manslaughter in the killing of Elijah McClain, a young Black man who died after being placed in a chokehold by police and injected with a sedative by medics. This comes after a split verdict for the two other officers involved, with one found guilty of criminally negligent homicide and assault, and the other acquitted. Two paramedics also face separate trials for their role in administering the sedative. McClain's death led to police reforms in Colorado, including the banning of chokeholds. The state attorney general's office is pursuing accountability and justice for McClain and his family.

via Reuters|
#chokehold#colorado#crime
crimejustice2 years ago

"Trial Begins in Elijah McClain's Death: EMTs and Police Face Charges"

The trial of two men charged in the death of Elijah McClain, a Black man who was placed in a chokehold by police and injected with ketamine, is set to begin this week. McClain's death in 2019 sparked protests and calls for police reform. The trial is the first of three scheduled this year, with the defendants facing charges of manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The incident occurred when police stopped McClain, who was wearing a mask due to a medical condition, and applied a chokehold. Paramedics injected him with ketamine, and he later went into cardiac arrest and was declared brain dead. The trial will shed light on the circumstances surrounding McClain's death and the actions of the involved officers and paramedics.

via NBC News|
#chokehold#crimejustice#elijah-mcclain
crime2 years ago

Daniel Penny pleads not guilty to manslaughter in subway chokehold death

Daniel Penny pleaded not guilty to charges of criminally negligent homicide and second-degree manslaughter in the chokehold death of Jordan Neely on a subway in SoHo. Penny, a 24-year-old Marine veteran, was seen on video holding Neely in a chokehold on an F train back on May 1. His lawyers argue that Penny was acting in self-defense and never intended to kill Neely. If convicted, Penny faces up to 19 years in prison. His next court appearance is scheduled for October 25.

via CBS New York|
#chokehold#crime#daniel-penny
crime2 years ago

Daniel Penny indicted in Jordan Neely's subway chokehold death.

A grand jury has indicted Daniel Penny, who put Jordan Neely in a fatal chokehold on a New York City subway train. Penny was initially charged with manslaughter last month, but the grand jury's approval of charges was needed for the case to continue. Neely was shouting at passengers and begging for money when Penny pinned him to the floor of the moving subway car with the help of two other riders. Penny then held Neely in a chokehold that lasted more than three minutes until his body went limp. Penny has said he was protecting himself and other passengers.

via The Associated Press|
#chokehold#crime#grand-jury
crime2 years ago

Marine veteran indicted for fatal subway chokehold on homeless man.

A Manhattan grand jury has indicted Daniel Penny, a Marine veteran, on second-degree manslaughter charges for holding Jordan Neely, an unhoused Black man, in a fatal chokehold on the New York City subway. Neely's death was ruled a homicide by a medical examiner. Penny surrendered to police last month and has been out on a $100,000 bond. The indictment is expected to be formally announced on Thursday. Neely's killing sparked demonstrations calling for justice in his case.

via CNN|
#chokehold#crime#homeless
crime2 years ago

Daniel Penny indicted for Jordan Neely's subway chokehold death.

Daniel Penny, who was charged with manslaughter for putting a New York City subway rider in a fatal chokehold, has been indicted by a grand jury. Jordan Neely, a former Michael Jackson impersonator who struggled with homelessness and mental illness, died on May 1. Penny claimed he was protecting himself and other passengers, but Neely was not assaulting anyone. Penny's lawyers said they were confident that when a trial jury is tasked with weighing the evidence, they will find his actions on that train were fully justified.

via NPR|
#chokehold#crime#grand-jury