Daniel Penny’s girlfriend, Lisa Thornton, is facing serious challenges after the fallout from the subway incident. Lisa, who worked as a project manager at a tech company in Brooklyn, was let go from her job a few months after the controversy began. While her company cited “restructuring” as the reason, Lisa believes it was due to the pressure and attention from the case involving her boyfriend.
After losing her job, Lisa fell behind on payments for her home in Queens, which was eventually foreclosed by the bank. On top of that, she has been receiving threatening letters accusing her of supporting Penny’s actions and warning her to leave town.
Who is Daniel Penny?
| Full Name | Daniel Penny |
| Background | Former U.S. Marine |
| Net Worth | $600,000 |
| Girlfriend | Lisa Thornton |
| Incident | Involved in Jordan Neely’s death on NYC subway |
| Legal Charges | Charged with second-degree manslaughter |
| Controversy Focus | Public safety, homelessness, and mental health |
Many Republicans and right-leaning commentators have labeled Penny a hero. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis tweeted his support, stating, “We stand with Good Samaritans like Daniel Penny,” emphasizing a narrative of taking back the streets for law-abiding citizens.
Following the incident, Penny received significant financial backing from supporters, with donations pouring in from various conservative figures who view his actions favorably. Kid Rock notably donated $5,000, calling Penny a hero.
Daniel Penny faces significant potential prison time. If convicted of manslaughter, he could receive a maximum sentence of up to 15 years in prison. Alternatively, if found guilty of the lesser charge of criminally negligent homicide, he could face a sentence of up to 4 years.