Rear naked choked to death: Jordan Neely, Daniel Penny & the rules of engagement

On the death of Jordan Neely by rear naked choke

Rear naked choke by Chris Rini

In the early afternoon of May 1st, the F Train stops at the Broadway-Lafayette Street station. From there, the 911 calls begin. Lying on the floor of one of the subway cars is 30-year-old Jordan Neely. Behind him is 24-year-old Daniel Penny, who has Neely in a chokehold. From outside of the subway car, freelance journalist …