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40 years before Daniel Penny case, Bernhard Goetz’s subway vigilante shooting shocked US ahead of Christmas

  • Bernhard Goetz defended himself from robbers on a New York City subway car on December 22, 1984, according to the story.
  • Daniel Penny argued self-defense after putting Neely in a chokehold amid rising subway crime, telling police, 'These guys are pushing people in front of trains and stuff.'
  • Goetz was acquitted of attempted murder but served 8½ months in jail for illegal handgun possession.
  • Both cases reflect public concerns about rising crime in New York City.
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The Dark Side Of NYC Subways: Daniel Penny Wasn't The First To Fight Back, Remeber This Guy?

In the heart of New York City, on the cold winter day of December 22, 1984, Bernhard Goetz, a 37-year-old electronics technician, found himself corner...

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When Justice Falters, Chaos Prevails: How the Prosecution of Daniel Penny Emboldens Criminals

From Courage to Caution: How Fear of Prosecution Is Handcuffing Good Samaritans and Empowering Criminals

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December 22, four shot by New York subway vigilante

Today is Sunday, Dec. 22, the 357th day of 2024. There are nine days left in the year. Today in history: On Dec. 22, 1984, New York City resident Bernhard Goetz shot and wounded four young Black men on a Manhattan subway, alleging they were about to rob him. (Goetz was acquitted of attempted murder and assault charges but convicted on a weapons possession charge, ultimately serving eight months of a one-year sentence.) Also on this date: In 1894…

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40 years before Daniel Penny case, Bernhard Goetz’s subway vigilante shooting shocked US ahead of Christmas

close Video Daniel Penny’s jury praised for exonerating him in chokehold trial: ‘Got it right’ GWU Law professor Jonathan Turley joined ‘MediaBuzz’ to discuss the case’s ‘chilling message’ to New Yorkers after Penny was found not guilty in the death of Jordan Neely.  Join Fox News for access to this content Plus special access to select articles and other premium content with your account – free of charge. By entering your email and push…

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40 years before Daniel Penny case, Bernhard Goetz's subway vigilante shooting shocked US ahead of Christmas

On Dec. 22, 1984, Bernhard Goetz shot a group of would-be robbers on a New York City subway car in a case that has been compared to Daniel Penny's chokehold charges.

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