Jury Selection Continues in Daniel Penny Manslaughter Trial

The former Marine faces charges over the fatal chokehold of Jordan Neely on a New York subway, with jury selection highlighting public safety concerns.

Daniel Penny, a former Marine, is on trial for second-degree manslaughter and negligent homicide after the death of Jordan Neely on a subway in May 2023.
Six jurors have been selected so far, including individuals who have experienced harassment on the subway, as the selection process enters its second week.
The trial has sparked debates on public safety and the implications of intervening in threatening situations, with some viewing the prosecution as a deterrent to self-defense.
Neely, who was homeless and struggled with mental health issues, was reportedly threatening passengers before Penny restrained him, leading to Neely's death.
Prosecutors argue Penny acted recklessly, while his defense claims his actions were justified to protect others from Neely's erratic behavior.