On July 17th, 2021, a man named Jordan Neely was riding on the subway in New York City when he was suddenly attacked and choked by another passenger. Neely, who was just 29 years old, tragically died as a result of the attack. The man who attacked him has now been identified as Daniel Penny, and he is set to be charged with manslaughter.
The incident occurred on a northbound A train in Manhattan. According to witnesses, Penny approached Neely and began arguing with him. The argument quickly escalated, and Penny allegedly put Neely in a chokehold. Neely was unable to breathe and lost consciousness. Emergency services were called to the scene, but unfortunately, they were unable to revive him.
Penny was arrested shortly after the incident and charged with assault. However, following Neely’s death, the charges against him have been upgraded to manslaughter. This means that Penny is now facing a much more serious charge, which carries a potential sentence of up to 15 years in prison.
The incident has shocked and saddened many people in New York City and beyond. It has also raised questions about safety on the city’s subway system. In recent years, there have been several high-profile incidents of violence on the subway, including stabbings and shootings. Many people are calling for increased security measures and better training for subway staff to prevent these kinds of incidents from happening in the future.
In response to the incident, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has issued a statement expressing their condolences to Neely’s family and friends. They have also pledged to work with law enforcement to ensure that justice is served in this case.
The MTA has also emphasized that safety is their top priority, and they are committed to doing everything they can to make the subway system as safe as possible for passengers and employees alike. They have implemented a number of measures in recent years, including the installation of cameras and the hiring of additional police officers.
However, many people feel that more needs to be done to address the root causes of violence on the subway. This includes addressing issues such as poverty, mental health, and drug addiction, which are often underlying factors in incidents of violence.
In the meantime, the family and friends of Jordan Neely are left to mourn his loss. His death is a tragic reminder of the importance of safety and vigilance on public transportation systems, and of the need for all of us to work together to create a safer and more just society.
