Daniel Penny arrives in Manhattan court as subway chokehold trial kicks off with opening statements

Join Fox News for free access to select articles and premium content by simply entering your email. Daniel Penny, a Marine veteran, is on trial for manslaughter after restraining an erratic homeless man, Jordan Neely, in a chokehold on a subway. The incident, captured on video, led to Neely’s death. Penny claims he was trying to de-escalate the situation, as Neely was making threats. Neely had a history of mental illness and criminal behavior. Penny faces up to 19 years in prison if convicted. Protesters outside the courthouse accuse Penny of white supremacy, while his defense argues his actions were justified.