Former Marine Daniel Penny, 26, was acquitted this week of homicide for putting an unarmed homeless man in a fatal chokehold. The case sparked weeks of protests and re-ignited debates over public safety, vigilantism, mental illness and race.
People in New York shared their thoughts with the BBC on the verdict, and reflected on what the case means for public safety.
Produced by Ottilie Mitchell and filmed by Raed Gilliam.
