Daniel Penny trial begins as video reveals his comments to police after subway chokehold incident

Daniel Penny's trial for the chokehold death of Jordan Neely began with opening statements from both sides. Prosecutors argued Penny used excessive force, while the defense claimed he acted to protect others from Neely's threats. Jurors viewed previously unreleased body camera footage showing Penny's encounter with police after the incident. In the video, Penny is heard saying, "I put him out," which prosecutors say indicates he disregarded Neely's humanity. The trial is expected to last four to six weeks, with a jury of twelve selected. Neely, who was homeless and mentally ill, died after Penny held him in a chokehold for nearly six minutes.