Karmelo Anthony
Coverage of Karmelo Anthony in the Nexus archive.
- Judge Denies New Trial for Karmelo Anthony in Texas Teen’s Killing
A judge denied Karmelo Anthony a new trial concerning a Texas teen’s killing. Law enforcement officials stood outside the Collin County courthouse in McKinney, Texas, following a verdict reached during the murder trial.
- Texas judge denies Karmelo Anthony's request for new trial in deadly stabbing at track meet
A Texas judge denied Karmelo Anthony's request for a new trial regarding the stabbing death of Austin Metcalf at a high school track meet. After citing a review of evidence and arguments, Judge Michael Chitty issued the denial, prompting Anthony’s attorney to state that the defense would appeal the ruling.
- Texas judge denies Karmelo Anthony’s request for new trial in deadly stabbing at track meet
A Texas judge denied Karmelo Anthony's request for a new trial concerning his conviction in the stabbing death of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf at a high school track meet. Judge Michael Chitty announced the denial after citing a review of the evidence and arguments, prompting Anthony’s attorney to state that the defense would appeal. The case drew widespread attention regarding its criminal proceedings and social media commentary.
- Texas judge denies Karmelo Anthony’s request for new trial in deadly stabbing at track meet
A Texas judge has denied a new trial request made by Karmelo Anthony. This legal action relates to a stabbing death that occurred at a high school track meet involving an athlete.
- Texas judge denies Karmelo Anthony's request for new trial in deadly stabbing at track meet
A Texas judge denied Karmelo Anthony's request for a new trial following his conviction for the stabbing death of Austin Metcalf at a high school track meet. Judge Michael Chitty issued the denial after a two-day hearing near Dallas, leading Anthony's attorney to announce plans for an appeal. Prosecutors maintained confidence in the original verdict and asserted that the judicial process was fair.
- Texas judge denies Karmelo Anthony bid for new trial after dispute over testimony
A Texas judge denied Karmelo Anthony's request for a new trial regarding his murder conviction and 35-year prison sentence. The sentencing followed the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf during an event at a high school track meet.
- Karmelo Anthony dropped plans to testify over track stabbing, lawyer says as teen seeks retrial
Karmelo Anthony withdrew plans to testify during his Texas murder trial over a track stabbing due to concerns that prosecutors would present damaging evidence about his past, despite an agreement to withhold such material. Anthony is seeking a new trial after being sentenced to 35 years in prison for the killing of Austin Metcalf. The case has generated controversy concerning race and legal procedures regarding access to character information.
- Judge's decision in Karmelo Anthony retrial hearing forthcoming, due by Monday
Judge Michael Chitty is determining if Karmelo Anthony is entitled to a new trial following his conviction of murdering Austin Metcalf in 2025. The retrial hearing addressed issues including courtroom access restrictions and an off-the-record gentleman’s agreement that limited the character evidence presented during the original trial. Judge Chitty has until Monday to rule on Anthony's motion.
- Karmelo Anthony seeks new trial in track meet stabbing case
Karmelo Anthony's defense team argued for a new trial after the stabbing of Austin Metcalf at a Dallas track meet, claiming significant character evidence was excluded due to a broken 'gentleman’s agreement.' The prosecution countered that the defense also benefited from the deal and pointing to damaging exculpatory evidence left out of the trial. Anthony had been sentenced to 35 years in prison for murdering Metcalf in June.
- Karmelo Anthony new trial hearing: Both sides rest after testimony over ‘gentleman’s agreement’
A judge is expected to decide within days regarding whether Karmelo Anthony will receive a new murder trial. This decision follows debates by attorneys concerning an informal evidence agreement and courtroom access, with both sides resting after testimony related to a 'gentleman’s agreement'.
- Judge will consider new trial for Karmelo Anthony in Texas track meet killing
A judge is scheduled to consider whether granting Texas teen Karmelo Anthony a new trial. This follows his murder conviction relating to the stabbing death of an athlete. The incident occurred at a high school track meet.
- Judge will consider new trial for Karmelo Anthony in Texas track meet killing
A judge will consider whether to grant Karmelo Anthony a new trial following his murder conviction for the stabbing death of Austin Metcalf. In related developments, Judge Michael Chitty was assigned to review Anthony's motion for a retrial after Anthony's attorneys sought the removal of District Judge John Roach based on comments made during the original trial.
- Judge will consider new trial for Karmelo Anthony in Texas track meet killing
A judge in McKinney, Texas, will consider whether to grant Karmelo Anthony a new trial following his conviction and 35-year sentence for the stabbing death of Austin Metcalf at a high school track meet. Anthony's legal team has argued that the original proceedings were improperly conducted, pointing to flawed courtroom rules and instructions given to the jury.
- Texas teen convicted in fatal stabbing at track meet seeks a new trial and judge
Karmelo Anthony, now 19, was convicted of murder and sentenced to 35 years in prison after a jury rejected his self-defense claims. These events occurred during a confrontation with Austin Metcalf at the stadium bleachers.
- Texas teen convicted in fatal stabbing at track meet seeks a new trial and judge
Karmelo Anthony was convicted of murder and sentenced to 35 years in prison for a fatal stabbing that occurred at a track meet in Texas. The conviction followed a jury's rejection of his claims of self-defense during a confrontation with Austin Metcalf in stadium bleachers.
- Texas teen convicted in fatal stabbing at track meet seeks a new trial and judge
Karmelo Anthony, now 19, was convicted of murder and sentenced to 35 years in prison following a fatal stabbing that occurred at a track meet. The conviction followed a jury's rejection of his claims of self-defense during a confrontation with Austin Metcalf in the stadium bleachers.
- Texas teen convicted in fatal stabbing at track meet seeks a new trial and judge
Karmelo Anthony, 19, was convicted of murder and sentenced to 35 years in prison following a confrontation with Austin Metcalf at the stadium bleachers last year. The conviction occurred after a jury rejected claims made by Anthony regarding self-defense during the incident that took place at a track meet.
- Austin Metcalf’s father launches foundation following Karmelo Anthony murder verdict
Karmelo Anthony was convicted of the 2025 murder of high school track athlete Austin Metcalf. In response, Metcalf's father established a foundation focused on youth conflict resolution.
- Karmelo Anthony hearing dates set for possible new trial, judge removal
Karmelo Anthony is seeking a new trial and judge removal, with hearings scheduled for next month following his prison sentence for the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf at a Frisco track meet.
- Karmelo Anthony's legal team says off-record deal prevented teen from testifying in his defense
Karmelo Anthony's legal team claims an off-record deal prevented a teen from testifying in his defense. They argue the murder trial's process violated his constitutional rights and are requesting a new trial.
- Murdered Austin Metcalf's father reveals heartbreaking injustice in Karmelo Anthony case that will never be rectified... and the courtroom moment delusional killer's mask slipped
Austin Metcalf's father discusses an injustice in the Karmelo Anthony case and a courtroom moment where the killer's mask slipped. The article highlights emotional revelations about the case's unresolved issues.
- Karmelo Anthony seeks new trial after 35-year sentence in killing of Austin Metcalf
Karmelo Anthony's defense team is seeking a new trial and a judge's recusal after his 35-year sentence for the murder of Austin Metcalf. They claim prosecutors coerced Anthony into waiving his right to testify.
- Karmelo Anthony seeks new trial after 35-year sentence in killing of Austin Metcalf
Karmelo Anthony, 19, seeks a new trial after being sentenced to 35 years for the murder of Austin Metcalf, 17. His defense claims prosecutors coerced him into waiving his right to testify and is requesting a new trial and a judge's recusal.
- Karmelo Anthony demands new judge, new trial in appeal of conviction for murdering Austin Metcalf
Karmelo Anthony is seeking a new trial and judge in his appeal of a murder conviction for Austin Metcalf. His defense team filed court motions arguing for a retrial with a different judicial overseer.
- Outrageous new entitled request by murderer Karmelo Anthony revealed as he launches fresh bid to be FREED from prison for killing of Austin Metcalf, 17
Karmelo Anthony, described as a murderer, has made a new request to be freed from prison for the killing of Austin Metcalf, 17. The article highlights this latest bid for his release.
- DR PHIL: The true facts of the Karmelo Anthony murder case are plain to see... the secret agenda being pushed is just so dangerous
Dr. Phil discusses the Karmelo Anthony murder case, asserting that the facts are clear and warning about a dangerous secret agenda being promoted.
- Secrets of Karmelo Anthony's prison life: Truth about sick sex rumors... his daily treat... and gifts from supporters
The article discusses rumors about Karmelo Anthony's prison life, including claims about 'sick sex,' while mentioning his daily treat and gifts from supporters.
- New video captures the aftermath of a fatal teen stabbing at a Texas track meet
A video released by Collin County court shows the aftermath of a fatal stabbing at a Texas high school track meet, where Karmelo Anthony, 19, was convicted of murdering Austin Metcalf, 17, and sentenced to 35 years in prison. The footage captures Anthony fleeing the scene, being apprehended by police, and expressing distress before being detained.
- Stephen A. Smith challenges activists defending Karmelo Anthony after murder conviction
Stephen A. Smith challenges activists defending Karmelo Anthony following his murder conviction. Smith argues that activists should focus on battles worth fighting rather than those that are not.
- Austin Metcalf’s coach heard pleading ‘stay with me’ in frenzied 911 call moments after Karmelo Anthony’s attack
Austin Metcalf’s coach was heard pleading with the wounded football star during a 911 call shortly after Karmelo Anthony's attack. The call included desperate appeals for Metcalf to 'stay with me.'
- Karmelo Anthony’s high-profile supporters pull out all the stops to get Austin Metcalf killer’s conviction overturned
Karmelo Anthony’s high-profile supporters are working to overturn the conviction of the Austin Metcalf killer. The lawyers involved in the case are providing their services pro bono.
- Austin Metcalf’s dad slams ‘moral decay of society’ as killer Karmelo Anthony mounts fresh freedom bid
Jeff Metcalf criticized the 'moral decay of society' and accused commentators of spreading falsehoods about his son Austin Metcalf's murder. Karmelo Anthony, the killer, is preparing a new bid for freedom.
- Austin Metcalf's father accuses media pundits of trying to monetize his son's death 'for clicks'
Jeff Metcalf accused media pundits of exploiting his son Austin Metcalf's death for clicks and criticized Sunny Hostin's comments on 'The View' regarding the trial of Karmelo Anthony, who was convicted of first-degree murder. He expressed disappointment that the case became politicized and framed through a racial lens, despite his requests to avoid such narratives.
- Karmelo Anthony hires new legal team ahead of expected appeal of murder conviction
Karmelo Anthony has hired a new legal team to lead the appeal of his murder conviction. The appeal is expected to proceed following the conviction.
- Newly released video captures the aftermath of a fatal teen stabbing at a Texas track meet
A newly released video from a Texas track meet shows the aftermath of a fatal stabbing where Karmelo Anthony, 19, was convicted of murdering Austin Metcalf, 17. The surveillance footage captured Anthony fleeing the scene before being arrested by police, with a jury rejecting his self-defense claims.
- Karmelo Anthony cries after Austin Metcalf’s murder in newly released bodycam video: ‘I’m not alleged, I did it’
Karmelo Anthony wept and confessed to stabbing Austin Metcalf in a newly released bodycam video, stating, 'I’m not alleged, I did it.' The footage was released by Collin County as part of evidence in Anthony’s murder trial.
- Newly released video captures the aftermath of a fatal teen stabbing at a Texas track meet
A teenage athlete fatally stabbed another teen during a high school track meet in Texas. Karmelo Anthony, 19, was convicted of murder and sentenced to 35 years in prison. Surveillance and body camera videos captured his arrest and the aftermath.
- Newly released video captures the aftermath of a fatal teen stabbing at a Texas track meet
A newly released video shows the aftermath of a fatal stabbing at a high school track meet in Frisco, Texas, where Karmelo Anthony, 19, was arrested after stabbing Austin Metcalf, 17. Anthony was convicted of murder and sentenced to 35 years in prison, with the court releasing evidence including body camera and surveillance footage.
- Newly released video captures the aftermath of a fatal teen stabbing at a Texas track meet
A video released by Collin County court shows the aftermath of a fatal stabbing at a Texas high school track meet, where Karmelo Anthony was convicted of murdering Austin Metcalf and sentenced to 35 years in prison. The surveillance footage captures Anthony fleeing the scene, being apprehended by police, and expressing that 'he put his hands on me' before being handcuffed.
- Newly released video captures the aftermath of a fatal teen stabbing at a Texas track meet
A video captures the aftermath of a fatal teen stabbing at a Texas high school track meet. Karmelo Anthony, 19, was convicted of murder in the death of Austin Metcalf, 17, and sentenced to 35 years in prison. The Collin County court released the video evidence after the trial concluded.