Karmelo Anthony Convicted: Shocking Jury Verdict Shatters Self-Defense Claim in Austin Metcalf Murder Trial
Ever wonder how a desperate dash for cover from a little Texas rain turned into a courtroom drama worthy of a prime-time thriller? Here’s a tale that screams “high school track meet” but twists sharply into tragedy. Karmelo Anthony claimed self-defense after a deadly stabbing at Frisco Memorial High’s tent, but the jury wasn’t buying. On June 9, after hours of hashing it out, they convicted him—now he’s staring down the barrel of 5 to 99 years behind bars. The drama unfolded when Anthony, trying to dodge the rain, edged into Metcalf’s territory. A heated exchange (“Touch me, see what happens,” Anthony dared) spiraled into a fatal stab to the chest. Metcalf’s chilling last words, “I’ve been stabbed,” echoed as his twin brother scrambled to save him. It’s a grim reminder that sometimes, the smallest sparks can ignite a wildfire. Curious for the full story? LEARN MORE
Anthony had argued that the stabbing was self-defense. A Collin County jury deliberated for several hours Tuesday, June 9, before returning the guilty verdict. He now faces between 5 and 99 years in prison, as the trial moved immediately to the penalty phase.
As Radar reported, witnesses told police the deadly encounter happened in April 2025, when Anthony allegedly ran under a tent to get away from some rain during the track and field event. That tent was meant for Frisco Memorial High, Metcalf’s school, and when Metcalf told Anthony to leave, a fight ensued.
Anthony, then 17, allegedly dared Metcalf, “Touch me, see what happens,” and according to reports, Metcalf responded by either pushing or grabbing Anthony, before Anthony pulled a knife from his bag and stabbed him in the chest.
Collin County prosecutor Bill Wirskye told jurors during opening statements that Metcalf remarked, “I’ve been stabbed,” after seeing his wound.
The bleeding victim then stumbled down a few rows of bleachers as his twin brother, Hunter, rushed to his side.
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