CNS News–In a recent legal development, a judge has declined to dismiss the case against a U.S. Marine veteran who faces charges of manslaughter in connection with a deadly chokehold incident on a New York City subway train.
Daniel Penny, the accused, has pleaded not guilty to charges of second-degree manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide in the tragic death of Jordan Neely. The incident, which occurred last May, involved Penny restraining Neely in a chokehold for over three minutes on a Manhattan train.
Neely, a 30-year-old former Michael Jackson impersonator, was reportedly shouting and begging for money at the time of the incident. Penny’s defense has argued that he acted in self-defense and to protect others on the train. Penny’s attorneys had filed a motion seeking dismissal of the indictment, but the judge denied it in court.
As the case proceeds, Penny’s legal team is preparing for a trial that could potentially begin in the fall. They remain confident that a jury, aware of Penny’s actions in attempting to safeguard fellow riders, will deliver a just verdict. However, the case has broader implications, as it has become a focal point in the ongoing national debate over racial justice and crime.
Judge denies request to dismiss case against man charged in NYC subway chokehold death https://t.co/ooRw5Uxnuy
— The Associated Press (@AP) January 17, 2024
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Notably, Penny is white, and Neely is Black. This racial dimension has led to divided opinions, with some viewing Penny as a hero and others accusing him of racist vigilantism. Jordan Neely had a history of struggling with mental illness and homelessness. His tragic death has shed light on issues of mental health, homelessness, and the use of force in policing.