"I took this case because 15 minutes is too long to go without help, intervention and without air. Neely's family has retained legal representation with Mills & Edwards LLP. In the wake of Neely's death, the district attorney's office has faced mounting pressure to file charges in the case, leading to debate over whether Penny acted in justified defense or criminally. NYC Subway Chokehold Death Ruled a Homicide, As Groups Demand Justice for Jordan Neely "I stayed sitting in my place because it was a little further away, but obviously in those moments, well, one feels fear," Vazquez said. Vazquez said he was scared, and believes others were, as well, with some moving from their seat on the train.
Vazquez said the chokehold lasted about 15 minutes. Juan Alberto Vazquez, who was on the train and recorded Neely becoming unconscious as he was restrained, said Neely acted aggressively and threw his jacket, he hadn’t attacked anyone. Neely and could not have foreseen his untimely death."Ī Manhattan grand jury will hear the case to determine whether criminal charges will be brought against Penny, two sources familiar with the matter told News 4. Neely began aggressively threatening Daniel Penny and the other passengers, Daniel, with the help of others, acted to protect themselves, until help arrived.
Neely had a documented history of violent and erratic behavior, the apparent result of ongoing and untreated mental illness," the statement read. Penny's lawyers, Thomas Kenniff and Steven Raiser, released a statement Friday night offering condolences to those close to Neely and stating that Penny and other passengers acted in a justifiable manner. Get Tri-state area news and weather forecasts to your inbox.
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