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Legal Firestorm: High-Profile Lawyer Slams DA’s Tactics in Subway Manslaughter Trial

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New York — A high-profile manslaughter case involving Daniel Penny, accused in the death of Jordan Neely on a New York subway train, has seen significant developments that have sparked controversy and criticism towards Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s prosecutorial strategies. Judge Maxwell Wiley recently allowed the jury to consider a lesser charge of criminally negligent homicide after the top manslaughter charge was dismissed upon the prosecutor’s request, following the jury’s deadlock. Former U.S. Assistant Attorney Andy McCarthy has vocally criticized Bragg for what he perceives as manipulative tactics aimed at securing a conviction. McCarthy … Read more

Controversial Comments from BLM Leader Ignite Firestorm Following Major Twist in Daniel Penny Trial

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NEW YORK — Daniel Penny, a former Marine, found himself a pivotal figure in a highly charged legal battle following an incident on a New York City subway where he placed Jordan Neely, a mentally ill homeless man, in a chokehold that resulted in Neely’s death. The incident, which occurred in May 2023, has stirred significant public and media attention due to its complex legal and moral implications. Penny was initially charged with manslaughter. However, recent developments in the trial have seen a judge dismiss this charge after the jury failed to reach a unanimous … Read more