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legal1 year ago

Deadlock in Daniel Penny Trial as Victim's Father Files Lawsuit

Daniel Penny, facing criminal charges for the subway chokehold death of Jordan Neely, is now also being sued civilly by Neely's father, Andre Zachery, for alleged assault and battery. Penny, a former marine, is accused of causing Neely's death by pinning him in a chokehold on a New York City subway. The civil suit seeks damages beyond lower court limits, while Penny's lawyer dismisses it as a distraction from the ongoing criminal trial, where Penny has pled not guilty. The case has sparked political debate, with differing views on Penny's actions.

via BBC.com|
#civil-lawsuit#daniel-penny#jordan-neely
law-and-crime1 year ago

Daniel Penny Faces New Civil Suit as Jury Deliberates in Subway Chokehold Case

Daniel Penny, a former Marine on trial for manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide in the death of Jordan Neely, is now facing a civil lawsuit from Neely's father. The lawsuit accuses Penny of negligent conduct, assault, and battery, seeking damages for Neely's death, which occurred after Penny placed him in a chokehold on a New York City subway. The medical examiner ruled the chokehold as the cause of death. Penny has pleaded not guilty to the criminal charges, and the jury is currently deliberating.

via ABC News|
#civil-lawsuit#daniel-penny#jordan-neely
crime1 year ago

Jury Deliberates in High-Profile NYC Subway Chokehold Trial

A jury in New York is deliberating the case of Daniel Penny, a former Marine accused of second-degree manslaughter and negligent homicide for fatally choking Jordan Neely, a homeless man, on a subway train. The trial has sparked debate over public safety and the treatment of homeless individuals with mental health issues. Penny's defense argues he acted to protect passengers, while prosecutors claim he used excessive force. The incident has become a political flashpoint, with differing views on Penny's actions.

via BBC.com|
#crime#daniel-penny#jordan-neely
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 |
#chokehold-death#crime#daniel-penny
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

Daniel Penny's Defense Rests, Focuses on Neely's Cause of Death

Daniel Penny, a former U.S. Marine, will not testify in his trial for manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide after placing Jordan Neely in a fatal chokehold on a New York City subway. Penny's defense argues that other factors contributed to Neely's death, while prosecutors claim Penny's actions were unjustified. The jury will deliberate after Thanksgiving, relying on witness testimonies and Penny's statements to police, as he did not take the stand. The case hinges on whether Penny's actions were reasonable or reckless.

via Gothamist|
#crime#daniel-penny#manslaughter-trial
crime1 year ago

Defense Challenges Chokehold Cause in Daniel Penny Manslaughter Trial

The defense has concluded its case in the manslaughter trial of Daniel Penny, a former Marine accused of causing the death of Jordan Neely with a chokehold on a New York City subway. The defense focused on disputing the cause of Neely's death, with a forensic pathologist arguing that Neely's death was due to multiple factors, including his health conditions and drug use, rather than the chokehold. The trial has sparked debate over the use of force by civilians, and a jury will soon decide Penny's fate on charges of second-degree manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide.

via CNN|
#crime#daniel-penny#forensic-testimony
crime1 year ago

New Video and Witnesses Highlight Daniel Penny's Subway Chokehold Trial

Newly released footage from Daniel Penny's manslaughter trial shows the former Marine holding Jordan Neely in a fatal chokehold on a New York City subway, while bystanders urged him to release Neely. High school student Ivette Rosario, who recorded the video, testified that Neely's rant made her feel faint. Another witness, Larry Goodson, testified that Neely was not threatening and warned Penny he would kill Neely if he didn't let go. Penny, who faces up to 15 years in prison, has pleaded not guilty, claiming he acted to protect passengers.

via New York Post |
#crime#daniel-penny#jordan-neely
crime1 year ago

Subway Chokehold Video Shown in Daniel Penny Manslaughter Trial

Jurors in the manslaughter trial of Daniel Penny viewed videos showing him applying a chokehold to Jordan Neely on a New York City subway, leading to Neely's death. The prosecution argues Penny acted recklessly, while the defense claims he was protecting himself and others from Neely, who was reportedly behaving erratically. The videos, including one previously unseen, depict the moments leading up to Neely's death, with witnesses testifying about the tense situation on the train. Penny has pleaded not guilty, and the trial continues to examine the circumstances of the incident.

via CNN|
#crime#daniel-penny#jordan-neely
legalcrime1 year ago

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

Former Marine Daniel Penny is confident he will beat the manslaughter charges for killing homeless man Jordan Neely on a New York City subway last May. The trial is set for October, and his defense team is fully prepared to defend him. Penny faces up to 19 years behind bars if convicted. The defense claims Neely was the dangerous one on the train, while the Neely family's attorney argues that Neely was unarmed and asking for food, and distress does not mean dangerous.

via New York Post |
#daniel-penny#jordan-neely#legalcrime
crime1 year ago

"Alleged Threats and Testimony: James Crumbley's Trial Unfolds"

James Crumbley, the father of the teenager who carried out the Oxford High School shooting, allegedly threatened the Oakland County Prosecutor in a jailhouse call, leading to restrictions on his communications during his manslaughter trial. He was convicted of four counts of involuntary manslaughter for his role in the shooting, while his wife was convicted of the same charges earlier. They are the first parents to be convicted of manslaughter for a school shooting carried out by their child. The prosecution argued that they were grossly negligent in allowing their son access to a gun and ignoring signs of his deteriorating mental health.

via CNN|
#crime#james-crumbley#manslaughter-trial
crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Oxford School Shooting: The Crumbley Convictions and Legal Precedent"

Both James and Jennifer Crumbley were found guilty on four counts of involuntary manslaughter for their roles in their son's mass shooting at Oxford High School. Despite the similarities in the trials, they took different paths to get there. Jennifer testified in her own defense, pushing blame onto her son, husband, and the school, while James declined to testify. Jennifer's trial focused on her knowledge of her son's mental health issues, while James' trial spotlighted his firearm safety practices. The trials also differed in their legal defense strategies, with Jennifer providing a lengthy digital trail of her thoughts and feelings, while James did not. They face up to 15 years in prison and are set to be sentenced next month.

via CNN|
#crime-and-justice#james-crumbley#jennifer-crumbley
crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Jury Acquits State Trooper in Death of Mubarak Soulemane"

Connecticut State Trooper Brian North has been found not guilty of manslaughter in the death of 19-year-old Mubarak Soulemane, as well as lesser charges. The jury's decision has left Soulemane's family emotional, with their attorney expressing disappointment but acceptance of the verdict. North's defense attorney stated that the trooper is still shaken by the incident, while the Office of the Inspector General expressed disappointment with the outcome. The civil case is pending, and the family plans to move on and decompress.

via NBC Connecticut|
#connecticut#crime-and-justice#jury-verdict
crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Jury Resumes Deliberations in James Crumbley Trial Amid Emotional Testimony"

Jury deliberations have resumed in the manslaughter trial of James Crumbley, the father of the teenager who carried out a deadly school shooting in Michigan. Prosecutors argue that Crumbley was grossly negligent for buying a gun for his son, failing to secure it, and ignoring his deteriorating mental health. The defense contends that there is no evidence Crumbley knew his son was a danger. The trial focuses on the purchase and storage of the firearm, as well as missed warning signs of the shooter's mental health issues. The case represents a test of parental responsibility in mass shootings, following the conviction of the shooter's mother on the same charges.

via CNN|
#crime-and-justice#gun-security#james-crumbley
crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Developments in James Crumbley's Manslaughter Trial and the Impact of Gun Laws"

James Crumbley, the father of Michigan school shooter Ethan Crumbley, will not testify in his manslaughter trial, as the defense rested after just one witness. He faces four counts of involuntary manslaughter in connection with the 2021 school shooting carried out by his son, who was sentenced to life in prison without parole. The prosecution rested after testimony from a police officer, and the defense called James Crumbley's sister as the only witness. She testified about not having seen or heard anything concerning about her nephew and about her brother buying a gun for his son.

via ABC News|
#crime-and-justice#ethan-crumbley#involuntary-manslaughter