Jordan Neely’s uncle arrested for shooting at Marine Vet Daniel Penny.

Uncle of Mentally Disturbed Transient Who Died After Subway Confrontation with Marine Vet Arrested for Pickpocketing

The uncle of Jordan Neely, a mentally disturbed transient who died after being restrained on the New York subway, has been arrested for pickpocketing. Christopher Neely, who has called for prosecutors to throw the book at Marine Corps veteran Daniel Penny, was apprehended by the New York Police Department’s pickpocketing team on Monday for allegedly stealing purses from restaurants. Sources familiar with the arrest said he fought officers as he was taken into custody.

Charges and Criminal Record

Neely is facing charges of criminal possession of stolen property, resisting arrest, bail jumping, and unlawful possession of a weapon. His criminal record appears to be as extensive as his nephew’s. He has been arrested more than 70 times and had two active warrants for his arrest when brought into custody Monday, according to the U.K.’s Daily Mail.

The Subway Incident

Penny is facing manslaughter charges in connection with the subway incident. He was one of several passengers who restrained Jordan Neely during what witnesses said was a threatening outburst on New York’s F train. They said Penny acted in the interests of the safety of those on the train — restraining Neely as he violently threatened other passengers.

Neely’s Plea

Christopher Neely has called for progressive Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg to throw the book at Penny. “He needs to be prosecuted or he will do it again,” he told the Post on Sunday. “It’s a smack in the face for Jordan’s family and the people of New York,” Neely said.

Arrest and Charges

Police said Neely was in possession of multiple stolen credit cards when he was arrested. Neely has yet to enter a plea in connection with the pickpocketing-related charges.

EXCLUSIVE: Jordan Neely’s uncle who called for no plea deal is ARRESTED https://t.co/3yiH26UDkF pic.twitter.com/q9iGc8Z8wr

— Daily Mail US (@DailyMail) May 23, 2023

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