Overview

• 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.