Former U.S. Marine Daniel Penny was involved in a deadly altercation on a New York City subway that resulted in the death of Jordan Neely, a menacing man who was threatening passengers on the train. The incident occurred on May 1, 2023, at the Broadway-Lafayette St. station. Penny put Neely in a chokehold for six minutes, causing Neely’s death.
A Manhattan jury deadlocked on the manslaughter charge against Penny, leading to the dismissal of the top count. Now, Penny faces the charge of criminally negligent homicide. Neely’s family has filed a civil lawsuit against Penny, alleging negligence, carelessness, and recklessness in causing Neely’s death.
Penny claimed that Neely had a history of violent and erratic behavior due to untreated mental illness. However, witnesses stated that Neely did not have a weapon and did not physically harm anyone on the train. Despite this, Penny’s actions resulted in Neely’s death.
The outcome of the trial remains uncertain, with Neely’s family seeking justice for his death. The incident has raised questions about accountability and the use of force in self-defense situations. As the case unfolds, Neely’s family continues to mourn his loss, while Penny faces legal repercussions for his actions on that fateful day on the subway platform.
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