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law-and-crime1 year ago

Jury Dismisses Manslaughter Charge in Daniel Penny Subway Chokehold Case

A judge has dismissed the second-degree manslaughter charge against Daniel Penny after a jury failed to reach a unanimous verdict. The jury will continue deliberating on a lesser charge of criminally negligent homicide in the death of Jordan Neely, a homeless man, on a New York City subway. The defense opposed the dismissal, fearing it could lead to a compromised verdict, and suggested a mistrial. The jury will reconvene on Monday to deliberate further.

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.

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.

technology1 year ago

"Addressing Subway Safety: Tech, Crime Stats, and Perception in NYC"

Recent violent incidents in the New York City subway have prompted officials to implement measures such as deploying National Guard soldiers and adding police officers to improve safety. Despite overall crime reduction, Mayor Adams is piloting crime-fighting tech like gun detectors and autonomous security robots, but the author suggests that platform screen doors would be a more effective safety measure to prevent incidents such as pushing and suicides on the tracks. However, the installation of such doors presents challenges including cost and feasibility, with the closest alternative being metal screens in one Manhattan station.

music2 years ago

Green Day and Jimmy Fallon Surprise NYC Subway with Acoustic Set

Green Day surprised New York City subway commuters with a performance of their hit "Basket Case" and a cover of Bad Company's "Feel Like Makin' Love" alongside Jimmy Fallon. The band also released a bonus video featuring performances of new songs from their 14th album, Saviors. Green Day's upcoming North American summer tour will celebrate the 30th and 20th anniversaries of their albums Dookie and American Idiot, with support from the Smashing Pumpkins, Rancid, and the Linda Lindas.

crime2 years ago

Brutal Subway Attack: Elderly Woman Beaten 50 Times with Her Own Cane

In a shocking incident on the New York City subway, a 60-year-old woman was brutally attacked by an unidentified assailant who hit her 50 times with her own cane. The attack, captured on video, took place at 3am at a subway station in Harlem. The victim was repeatedly struck on her head, stomach, legs, arms, and back, with the cane eventually breaking. Despite the prolonged assault, no transit staff or police were present to intervene. The victim was eventually taken to the hospital and is in stable condition. The investigation is ongoing, and subway crime continues to be a major concern in the city.

transportation2 years ago

Sweating it Out: Surviving the Subway's Heat and Humidity.

Some New York City subway cars, like Car 1859 on the No. 1 line, have experienced air-conditioning problems, leaving riders to endure sweltering conditions in the heat and humidity. While the Metropolitan Transportation Authority states that the air-conditioning on nearly 6,000 subway cars works 99.4% of the time, those unlucky enough to be in a hot car on a hot day find the experience unbearable. The M.T.A. is purchasing new subway cars with automatic temperature sensors, but in the meantime, riders are encouraged to report hot cars for repair, which can take between one and six hours.

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.

crime2 years ago

Daniel Penny's Defense: Protecting Himself from Jordan Neely on NYC Subway.

Marine veteran Daniel Penny denied intending to choke Jordan Neely to death on a New York City subway, claiming he was protecting passengers whom the homeless man was threatening. Penny said he jumped into action to restrain Neely using a chokehold, which was captured on video, and had no intention of choking Neely to death. Penny is facing a manslaughter charge for Neely's death.

entertainment2 years ago

"Just Sam, American Idol Winner, Returns to Singing in NYC Subways for Money"

Just Sam, the winner of "American Idol" in 2020, has been spotted singing on the New York City subway for donations. The 24-year-old from Harlem, who grew up in the projects and busked on trains, has shared videos on Instagram of herself singing music by Beyoncé, Koryn Hawthorne and Adele. Just Sam won "American Idol" during a remote season finale due to the coronavirus pandemic.

crime2 years ago

Daniel Penny Claims No Shame or Racism in NYC Subway Death

Former US Marine Daniel Penny, who is facing a felony charge of second-degree manslaughter for the death of Jordan Neely, a Black homeless man, in a New York City subway train, insisted that the confrontation between the two "had nothing to do with race," and he was "not a white supremacist." Penny added that Neely's death was tragic and the real blame should be on "the system." He felt no shame and said he would do it again if there was a threat and danger in the present.

crime2 years ago

Daniel Penny speaks out on subway death and denies white supremacist allegations.

Daniel Penny, the Marine veteran charged with manslaughter in the New York City subway chokehold death of Jordan Neely, a homeless black man, has broken his silence to insist that the killing had nothing to do with race. Penny suggests he would take action again if faced with similar circumstances. Neely's funeral was held in Harlem, where Rev. Al Sharpton delivered a fiery eulogy to a crowd of hundreds, saying 'when they choked Jordan, they put their arms around all of us'. Penny, who is currently free on a $100,000 bail, rejected the suggestion that his fatal confrontation with Neely was an act of hatred or discrimination, saying, 'This had nothing to do with race.'

crime2 years ago

Support and Controversy Surround Subway Incident Involving Daniel Penny and Jordan Neely.

Marine veteran Daniel Penny, who is facing charges of second-degree manslaughter for his role in subduing Jordan Neely on a New York City subway, has received thousands of messages of support from donors who have raised over $2.5 million for his legal defense. Many donors hailed Penny as a hero and thanked him for his service in the Marines and for his willingness to defend his fellow passengers. The incident has sparked fierce debate, split between those who believed Penny acted heroically and others who believed he showed excessive force.

crime2 years ago

Updates on the Jordan Neely subway choking case and charges against Daniel Penny.

The death of Jordan Neely, a homeless man with a history of mental illness, on a New York City subway earlier this month has sparked outcry and protests. Neely was pronounced dead in a hospital after 24-year-old Daniel Penny, a former Marine, placed him in a chokehold. Penny and his attorneys have argued that he was acting in his own defense and that of other passengers, while the lawyers for Neely’s family have said Neely did not pose any threat to anyone. Penny has been charged with second-degree manslaughter and could face up to 15 years in prison if convicted.