In his first on-camera interview since that fatal day on 1 May, Daniel Penny has denied trying to kill Jordan Neely.

The family of Neely, who died following a chokehold on the subway, are filing a lawsuit against Penny, currently out on bail.

Jordan Neely died after being restrained by former marine, Daniel Penny, and two other men on an F train in New York City.

The marine veteran has come forward with a statement following his conviction.

Her nephew was killed after being choked on the subway in New York

A witness to Jordan Neely's subway chokehold death has praised US Marine Corps veteran Daniel Penny for being a 'hero'

He faces a second-degree manslaughter charge for Neely's death

As Daniel Penny awaits his trial, musical Kid Rock has dubbed him a 'hero' and contributed to the marine's ongoing legal fees.

Daniel Penny will be arrested and face charges after killing Jordan Neely

Jordan Neely died after being put in a chokehold on a subway in New York