Karmelo Anthony Indicted for First-Degree Murder in Track Meet Stabbing
Karmelo Anthony faces first-degree murder charges for the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf during a track meet, claiming self-defense amid legal proceedings.
Overview
- Karmelo Anthony has been indicted for first-degree murder following the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf at a track meet.
- Witnesses reported a dispute between Anthony and Metcalf that escalated to the stabbing incident.
- Anthony's attorney stated that the indictment is a standard legal procedure in response to the murder charge.
- If convicted, Anthony could face a life sentence in prison for the murder charge.
- His bond was reduced from $1 million to $250,000, allowing for his release with an ankle monitor.
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The Collin County District Attorney presented evidence summarizing the circumstances of the stabbing incident that occurred at the Frisco track meet, including witness reports of a dispute between Anthony and Metcalf that escalated to the stabbing. The grand jury reviewed this evidence before returning the indictment for first-degree murder.
Karmelo Anthony has admitted to stabbing Austin Metcalf but claims that he acted in self-defense during the incident at the track meet.
If convicted of first-degree murder, Karmelo Anthony could face a life sentence in prison.
Karmelo Anthony's bond was reduced from $1 million to $250,000, which allowed for his release from custody with the condition that he wears an ankle monitor.
The fatal stabbing occurred during a track meet at David Kuykendall Stadium in Frisco, Texas, on April 2, 2025. Witnesses reported a dispute between Karmelo Anthony and Austin Metcalf that escalated into a fight, during which Anthony stabbed Metcalf in the chest. Authorities have stated there is no evidence that the two young men knew each other prior to the incident.
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