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Judge Denies Karmelo Anthony's Appeal for a New Trial in Killing of Austin Metcalf
Updated on: August 22, 2026 / 11:15 PM CDT / CBS Texas
TL;DR
- A judge denied Karmelo Anthony's request for a new trial following his conviction for the murder of Austin Metcalf.
- Anthony's defense claimed a "gentleman's agreement" to exclude background information from both the defendant and victim prejudiced the trial and prevented Anthony from testifying.
- Prosecutors argued the agreement and other restrictions were necessary due to threats, public pressure, and misinformation.
- The defense asserted that the exclusion of public access violated federal law.
- Anthony's attorneys plan to appeal the decision.
- The case involves the stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf during a Frisco ISD track meet in April 2025.