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crime-and-justice1 year ago

Daniel Penny Acquitted in NYC Subway Chokehold Case, Civil Suit Looms

Daniel Penny, a Marine veteran, was acquitted by a New York jury of criminally negligent homicide in the chokehold death of Jordan Neely, a Black unhoused man, on a subway train. The case, which sparked protests and was closely followed by Black Lives Matter activists, saw a more serious manslaughter charge dismissed earlier. Neely's father expressed his grief and frustration with the verdict, while Penny's attorneys expressed satisfaction with the outcome, emphasizing the protection of rights and freedoms. Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg respected the jury's decision despite facing threats during the trial.

via Axios|
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crime1 year ago

Closing Arguments Begin in High-Profile NYC Subway Chokehold Trial

Daniel Penny faced chants of "Guilty!" from protesters as he arrived at Manhattan Supreme Court for closing arguments in his manslaughter trial over the chokehold death of Jordan Neely. Penny, a Marine veteran, is charged with second-degree manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide after holding Neely in a chokehold for nearly six minutes on a subway. His defense argues the actions were justified, while prosecutors claim Penny acted recklessly. If convicted, Penny could face up to 15 years in prison.

via New York Post |
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legalcriminal-justice2 years ago

"Judge Upholds Case Against Ex-Marine Daniel Penny in NYC Subway Chokehold Death"

A judge denied Daniel Penny's motion to dismiss his involuntary manslaughter case over the chokehold death of Jordan Neely on a New York City subway car. The medical examiner attributed Neely's death to trauma to the neck and ruled it a homicide. Penny's attorneys argue that Neely was "insanely threatening" at the time of the incident, while prosecutors claim Penny maintained the chokehold on Neely's neck for six minutes after he stopped moving. Penny has pleaded not guilty to the charges and the trial is set to occur no earlier than the fall.

via ABC News|
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crime2 years ago

Daniel Penny pleads not guilty to manslaughter in subway chokehold death case

Daniel Penny, a Marine veteran, has pleaded not guilty to charges of second-degree manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide in connection with the chokehold death of Jordan Neely on a New York City subway train. Penny's comments to police have been released, stating that he put Neely in a chokehold because he felt threatened by him. Neely had entered the train and made verbal threats to passengers before Penny intervened. Penny is currently free on $100,000 bail and his next court appearance is scheduled for October 25. Neely's family and supporters are seeking justice for his death.

via ABC News|
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crime2 years ago

Daniel Penny pleads not guilty in NY subway chokehold death case

Daniel Penny, a former US Marine, has pleaded not guilty to charges of second-degree manslaughter and negligent homicide in the death of Jordan Neely, a homeless man, whom Penny placed in a fatal chokehold on a New York City subway train. The incident, captured on video, sparked protests and counter-demonstrations. Penny's lawyers argue that he was acting in self-defense and could not have known his actions would lead to Neely's death. If convicted, Penny faces up to 15 years in prison. The case will depend on whether Penny's conduct was excessive and whether there was an imminent harm posed to himself or others.

via BBC|
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crime2 years ago

"Daniel Penny's Plea: Not Guilty in NYC Subway Chokehold Death of Jordan Neely"

Daniel Penny, a U.S. Marine veteran, pleaded not guilty to second-degree manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide in the death of Jordan Neely, who died after being held in a chokehold on a New York City subway train. Penny, along with two other passengers, restrained Neely, who was behaving erratically and shouting for money. Neely lost consciousness during the struggle and was pronounced dead at a hospital. Penny claims he acted in self-defense, while Neely's family argues he was crying out for help. The case has sparked debates over racial justice and crime.

via NBC News|
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crime2 years ago

Marine veteran indicted for fatal subway chokehold on homeless man.

A grand jury has indicted former U.S. Marine Daniel Penny in connection with the chokehold death of Jordan Neely aboard a subway train. Neely's death was ruled a homicide, and Penny was initially arrested on a second-degree manslaughter charge. Penny held Neely for several minutes, and at some point Neely stopped moving, but Penny continued to hold him for a period of time. Neely was homeless at the time of his death and had a documented mental health history. Penny's attorneys offered "condolences to those close to Mr. Neely" and claimed that Neely began aggressively threatening Daniel.

via ABC News|
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politics2 years ago

Marine veteran charged in NYC subway death gains support and controversy.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis tweeted his support for former Marine Daniel Penny, who was charged with second-degree manslaughter in the chokehold death of a Black man on the New York City subway. DeSantis called for support against the "pro-criminal agenda" and linked to an online crowdfunding page for Penny's legal defense fund, which has raised over $2 million. Penny's attorneys maintain that he acted to protect himself and other subway passengers.

via The Hill|
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crime2 years ago

Charges and investigations launched in Jordan Neely subway death case.

Daniel Penny, a Marine veteran, will be charged with manslaughter in the second degree for the chokehold death of Jordan Neely, a former Michael Jackson impersonator who was homeless. Neely died after being put in a chokehold by Penny on a subway train earlier this month. Penny is expected to turn himself in to authorities and be arraigned on Friday. The case sparked protests calling for justice for Neely.

via CBS News|
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crime2 years ago

Protests and Arrests Follow Tragic Death of Jordan Neely in NYC.

Multiple arrests were made during protests in New York City calling for justice in the chokehold death of Jordan Neely, a homeless man who was killed by another passenger, Daniel Penny, on the subway. The protests have been ongoing since the incident, with some calling for Penny to be charged while others have voiced support for him. Neely had a lengthy criminal record and a history of violent and erratic behavior. The killing has sparked widespread protests across the city, with some protestors disrupting train service and jumping on the tracks.

via Fox News|
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crime2 years ago

Protesters demand justice and block NYC subway after Jordan Neely's chokehold death.

Protesters flooded the NYC subway system to demonstrate against the killing of Jordan Neely, with at least seven people arrested after clashes with police. Manhattan prosecutors are investigating Neely’s death after the city’s medical examiner determined the 30-year-old Michael Jackson impersonator died from the compression against his neck. His death was ruled a homicide. A former US Marine who placed Neely in a fatal chokehold on a New York City subway train has been identified as Daniel Penny. Prosecutors could bring manslaughter charges against Penny, who has hired attorney Thomas Kenniff, a former Republican candidate for Manhattan district attorney.

via The Independent|
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crime2 years ago

The Controversial Chokehold Death of Jordan Neely and Its Aftermath

Five days after the chokehold death of Jordan Neely on the NYC subway, authorities have not provided key details about the circumstances surrounding his death. The New York Police Department has not offered any updates about the investigation, including how long Daniel Penny placed Neely in a chokehold, who else was involved, and what led up to the fatal encounter. Neely's death has sparked widespread protests in the city, with demonstrators demanding Penny be criminally charged and renewed conversations about mental health access, systemic racism, and the treatment of New York City's unhoused population.

via USA TODAY|
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crime2 years ago

Unanswered Questions Surrounding Jordan Neely's Death on NYC Subway

The death of Jordan Neely, a homeless man who was put in a chokehold by another subway rider, has sparked outrage as the attacker has not been arrested or charged with a crime. Law enforcement officials say the case is more complex than the video would suggest, and they are still determining what happened and whether to charge the man. Advocates for the homeless, city officials, and activists have called for an arrest, accusing the legal system of racism. The Manhattan district attorney's office is conducting a rigorous investigation, reviewing all available footage and interviewing witnesses.

via The New York Times|
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