In a recent turn of events, law enforcement officials have apprehended Christopher Neely, a 44-year-old man with a history of criminal activity, after an intense chase near the Port Authority Bus Terminal in New York City. Neely had been wanted in connection with a series of thefts involving stolen purses from restaurants.
According to reports, New York Police Department officers recognized Neely as a suspect involved in a robbery pattern, prompting his attempted escape. However, the authorities managed to apprehend him and discovered he was in possession of credit cards belonging to numerous victims. In addition, Neely was armed with a gravity knife, further escalating the seriousness of the situation.
This arrest is not an isolated incident in Neely’s criminal record. The Daily Mail revealed that he has accumulated more than 70 prior arrests, highlighting a concerning pattern of illegal behavior. At the time of his apprehension, Neely had two active warrants for his arrest, demonstrating his persistent disregard for the law.
Interestingly, this arrest comes amidst an ongoing case involving Daniel Penny, who allegedly placed Neely’s nephew, Jordan Neely, in a chokehold that tragically resulted in his death. Christopher Neely has publicly expressed his opposition to any potential plea deal for Penny, emphasizing his desire for a trial to hold Penny accountable for his actions. Neely believes that Penny needs to understand the gravity of his actions and be taught that what he did was fundamentally wrong.
Penny, a former U.S. Marine, has been charged with second-degree manslaughter and could face up to 15 years in prison if convicted. In a recent interview with the New York Post, Penny denied any racial motivations behind the incident, stating that he judges individuals based on their character rather than their race. He further emphasized his love for all people and cultures, pointing to his past travels and adventures around the world as evidence.
While Penny refrained from providing specific details due to the pending case, he conveyed that the incident was unlike anything he had experienced before. As the legal proceedings unfold, the controversy surrounding this case intensifies, with many closely watching to see how justice will be served.
‘Jordan Neely’s uncle fled police and then was arrested Monday after being caught with several allegedly stolen credit cards, a day after he urged no plea deal for the ex-Marine accused of placing his nephew in a fatal chokehold …’
‘Christopher Neely was arrested late Monday…
— Crime in NYC (@CrimeInNYC) May 23, 2023
