Marine vet Daniel Penny faces protesters as subway vigilante trial begins

Fox News is offering special access to select articles and premium content when you create an account for free. The trial of Marine Corps veteran Daniel Penny, facing manslaughter charges for placing a subway passenger in a chokehold, resulting in the passenger’s death, is set to begin. Penny’s defense claims he was justified in his actions to protect commuters, while attorneys for the victim’s family argue otherwise. Supporters of the victim have gathered outside the courthouse, calling for justice. Testimony from a motion hearing reveals the events leading up to the incident, with Penny stating he was trying to de-escalate the situation.