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Defense tries to buttress self-defense claim in Texas trial over teen athlete's killing
A 19-year-old, Karmelo Anthony, is on trial in Texas for the murder of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf, who was fatally stabbed during a high school track meet. Defense attorneys argue Anthony acted in self-defense after feeling threatened, while prosecutors claim the attack was unprovoked. The case has drawn attention due to racial dynamics highlighted by social media.
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