Penny faces up to 15 years in prison for manslaughter in the racially-charged trial.
A former United States Marine, Daniel Penny, is heading to trial for putting a man in a deadly chokehold on a New York subway in 2023. The 25-year-old veteran could be sentenced to up to 15 years in prison for manslaughter or four years for criminally negligent homicide.
Jury selection for this high-profile trial begins Monday, with experts expecting the trial to last six weeks. The case, which reignited national debates on race and criminal justice, revolves around Penny’s confrontation with Jordan Neely, a black homeless performer in the subway.
Homeless man
Neely’s death was ruled a homicide after Penny restrained him with a chokehold following erratic behavior on the train. While Penny’s defense argues he didn’t intend to kill Neely, prosecutors claim his actions were reckless and negligent.
The video footage and witness testimonies will play pivotal roles in determining Penny’s fate. The city awaits the trial’s outcome as it reflects on justice and accountability in the public eye.
As both sides present their cases, the nation watches closely, hoping for justice to prevail for all involved.