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Lawyer stresses self-defense in closing remarks at trial of Texas teen's fatal stabbing
A Texas teen, Karmelo Anthony, is on trial for the murder of high school athlete Austin Metcalf, with his lawyer arguing self-defense during a confrontation at a track meet. The defense claims Metcalf aggressively enforced access to a team tent, leading to a fatal stabbing, while prosecutors describe the attack as unjustified. The case has drawn attention due to racial dynamics, as Anthony is Black and Metcalf was white, though prosecutors assert race was not a factor.
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