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Karmelo Anthony: Judge denies request for new murder trial

Overview

Nineteen-year-old Karmelo Anthony remains in protective custody at the Wallace Pack Unit following his June 2026 conviction and 35-year sentence for the April 2025 stabbing death of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf during a high school track meet in Frisco.

On 19 August 2026, visiting judge Sid Harle ordered the removal of District Judge John Roach Jr. from the murder appeal. The recusal followed defense arguments that Roach’s post-trial conduct, including an on-camera interview expressing belief that the jury reached the correct decision, demonstrated bias. Retired District Judge Michael Chitty was appointed to preside over subsequent hearings.

Following a two-day evidentiary hearing, Judge Chitty denied Anthony’s request for a new trial. The defense argued that a prior “gentleman’s agreement” to exclude character evidence—intended to prevent racial tension—hindered their strategy and prevented Anthony from testifying. This evidence included violent text messages from Anthony and records of Metcalf’s history of bullying and racial slurs. While the denial maintains Anthony’s sentence, his attorneys are continuing to pursue an appeal, maintaining that the jury was not presented with relevant evidence to support a self-defense claim.

In early September 2026, Anthony’s family launched a GiveSendGo crowdfunding campaign seeking $250,000 to fund the ongoing legal appeal. His legal team continues to contend that the original trial was fundamentally compromised by the agreement between prosecutors and defense attorneys, which they claim kept critical evidence from jurors and prevented Anthony from testifying.

Entities

Karmelo Anthony · Austin Metcalf · Collin County · Michael Chitty · Frisco, Texas

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Timeline

  1. 6 days ago

    [CRIME] 4 sources
    Karmelo Anthony family seeks $250,000 for murder appeal

    Karmelo Anthony’s family is seeking $250,000 for his murder appeal in Texas, amid scrutiny over $634,000 previously raised through crowdfunding.

  2. 10 days ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Karmelo Anthony's family seeks $250,000 for legal appeal

    The family of Karmelo Anthony is seeking $250,000 via crowdfunding to fund an appeal after a Texas judge denied his request for a new trial regarding the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf.

  3. 13 days ago

    [CRIME] 3 sources
    Legal appeals advance in separate US murder conviction cases

    Attorneys for Karmelo Anthony are appealing his murder conviction in Frisco, while a Louisiana appeals court has overturned two decades-old murder convictions in New Orleans due to undisclosed evidence.

  4. 19 days ago

    [CRIME] 20 sources
    Karmelo Anthony denied new trial in Texas high school murder case

    A Texas judge denied a new trial for Karmelo Anthony, convicted of murdering Austin Metcalf at a high school track meet. Anthony faces 35 years in prison as his lawyers prepare to appeal.

  5. 21 days ago

    [CRIME] 35 sources
    Texas judge denies Karmelo Anthony's request for a new trial

    A Texas judge denied a new trial for Karmelo Anthony, who is serving a 35-year sentence for the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf at a high school track meet. The defense plans to appeal.

  6. 22 days ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Krystal Muhammad demands freedom for Karmelo Anthony after judge recusal

    New Black Panther Party chairwoman Krystal Muhammad demanded the release of convicted murderer Karmelo Anthony after a judge was recused from his post-trial proceedings in Collin County.

  7. 23 days ago

    [CRIME] 47 sources
    Karmelo Anthony denied new trial in Austin Metcalf murder case

    A Texas judge denied Karmelo Anthony’s request for a new trial in the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf, rejecting claims that a prior agreement to exclude character evidence violated his rights.

  8. 25 days ago

    [CRIME] 41 sources
    Judge recused from Karmelo Anthony murder appeal case

    Judge John Roach Jr. has been recused from the Karmelo Anthony murder appeal in Texas after his post-trial comments raised concerns of bias. Anthony seeks a new trial for the 2025 killing of Austin Metcalf.

  9. about 2 months ago

    [CRIME] 3 sources
    Karmelo Anthony to Have New Trial Hearing in Texas Murder Case

    Karmelo Anthony, convicted of murdering Austin Metcalf, will have a new‑trial hearing on Aug 19‑20 in Collin County, Texas, after his lawyers allege judicial bias and procedural flaws.

  10. about 2 months ago

    [CRIME] 5 sources
    Karmelo Anthony's Conviction Case Gets New Judge for Recusal Hearing

    In Texas, a new judge will decide whether to recuse Judge John Roach from Karmelo Anthony's murder conviction after the defense claims bias and broken agreements during the trial.

  11. 2 months ago

    [CRIME] 17 sources
    Karmelo Anthony's Team Files Motions for New Trial and Judge Recusal

    Karmelo Anthony, convicted of murdering Austin Metcalf in Texas, has filed motions for a new trial and to recuse Judge John Roach, alleging constitutional violations and bias.

  12. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Karmelo Anthony's Texas Murder Conviction Faces New Appeal as Legal Team Assembles

    A new legal team is pursuing an appeal of Karmelo Anthony's 35‑year Texas murder conviction for the 2025 killing of Austin Metcalf, while Anthony serves his sentence in protective custody.

  13. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Texas Bar Assault Targets Woman Amid ‘Free Karmelo’ Outcry

    A woman was assaulted at a Longview, Texas bar by supporters shouting “Free Karmelo,” targeting the “smallest white girl.” One assailant was arrested; the incident follows Karmelo Anthony’s 35‑year murder‑penit

  14. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Jeff Metcalf Criticizes Karmelo Anthony's Family After Murder Sentencing

    Jeff Metcalf, father of slain teen Austin Metcalf, accused Karmelo Anthony’s parents of lacking remorse and skipping victim‑impact statements after Anthony received a 35‑year sentence for the April 2025 Frisco,

  15. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 3 sources
    Karmelo Anthony Convicted for Austin Metcalf Murder Sparks TikTok Trend and Appeal Effort

    Karmelo Anthony was convicted of murdering teen Austin Metcalf in Texas, sparking a TikTok “Austin Bop” trend, a violent “Free Karmelo” attack in Longview, and a high‑profile civil‑rights appeal effort.

  16. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 3 sources
    Karmelo Anthony Secures New Legal Team as Bodycam Video Shows Teen Sobbing

    Karmelo Anthony, serving a 35‑year murder sentence, has hired a new appellate team and released body‑cam video showing him sobbing and denying intent to kill, which the defense will use in an appeal.

  17. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 5 sources
    Karmelo Anthony sentenced to 35 years; Austin Metcalf's father says perpetrator's family showed no remorse

    Karmelo Anthony was sentenced to 35 years for killing Austin Metcalf; the victim’s father says the perpetrator’s family showed no remorse and an appeal is underway.

  18. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 8 sources
    Karmelo Anthony Secures High‑Profile Legal Team for Murder Appeal

    Karmelo Anthony, sentenced to 35 years for a 2025 Texas murder, has hired a pro bono high‑profile legal team to review his trial and appeal possible jury‑selection errors.

  19. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 19 sources
    Karmelo Anthony convicted for Texas track‑meet stabbing; body‑cam footage and evidence released

    Karmelo Anthony was sentenced to 35 years for stabbing Austin Metcalf at a Texas track meet; body‑cam footage showing his admission was released, and a no‑Black‑juror jury has prompted appeal efforts.

  20. 3 months ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Karmelo Anthony conviction sparks renewed CRT debate

    Karmelo Anthony's conviction has revived debate over Critical Race Theory and white privilege, drawing protests and highlighting ongoing racial tensions in the US.

  21. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 4 sources
    Karmelo Anthony Appeals 35‑Year Murder Sentence Amid Jury Bias Claims

    Karmelo Anthony, sentenced to 35 years for killing Austin Metcalf, appeals his conviction, citing an all‑white jury and excluded black jurors; the case has ignited debate over race, sentencing and potential jur

  22. 3 months ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Cardi B condemns Karmelo Anthony murder sentence, drawing criticism from Blaze host Allie Beth Stuckey

    Cardi B blasted Karmelo Anthony’s murder sentencing on X, prompting Blaze host Allie Beth Stuckey to defend the justice system and cite Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s remarks on Black mothers’ fears.

  23. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 4 sources
    Texas judge defends 35‑year sentence in Karmelo Anthony murder case

    Judge John Roach Jr. sentenced Karmelo Anthony to 35 years for a 2025 Texas stabbing, defended a courtroom camera ban, and described the convicted teen as a “nice young man.” The trial faced a Batson challenge,

  24. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Karmelo Anthony murder case fuels activist backlash and viral misinformation

    Karmelo Anthony was sentenced to 35 years for killing Austin Metcalf, prompting activist criticism comparing his treatment to Dylann Roof; a false viral claim said streamer Adin Ross pledged $600K for an “elect

  25. 3 months ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Karmelo Anthony murder case fuels extremist online backlash in the US

    Karmelo Anthony’s murder conviction of Austin Metcalf sparked polarized online reactions, from Mark Robinson’s blunt commentary to a disturbing social‑media trend of posting urination photos on the victim’s gra

  26. 3 months ago

    [CULTURE] 6 sources
    Jeff Metcalf brands teen Karmelo Anthony a ‘watermelon felon’ in racist interview

    Jeff Metcalf, after a Texas sentencing, called teen Karmelo Anthony a ‘watermelon felon,’ invoking racist stereotypes and prompting backlash over the slur.

  27. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 3 sources
    Karmelo Anthony Sentenced to 35 Years for Texas Track‑Meet Murder

    Karmelo Anthony received a 35‑year sentence for killing Austin Metcalf at a Texas track meet; the judge barred cameras, citing fairness amid protests over self‑defense and racial bias debates.

  28. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Karmelo Anthony murder case triggers fundraising dispute and racial slur backlash

    Karmelo Anthony was sentenced to 35 years for the stabbing death of Austin Metcalf in Texas. After a gag order lift, Metcalf’s father called Anthony a “watermelon felon,” inciting backlash, while a $634K crowdf

  29. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Karmelo Anthony murder conviction examined over jury composition

    Karmelo Anthony’s 35‑year murder sentence drew criticism from House Democrats over alleged all‑white jury, but fact‑checks show the jury included minorities, prompting calls for review.

  30. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Arrests Made During Karmelo Anthony Murder Trial in Texas

    Two arrests, including a GOP congressional candidate, were made outside the Texas courthouse after Karmelo Anthony received a 35‑year murder sentence.

  31. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Austin Metcalf’s family receives death threats after murderer’s sentencing in Texas

    Texas teen Austin Metcalf was murdered at a track meet; killer Karmelo Anthony received a 35‑year sentence, after which the Metcalf family faced death threats and violent messages.

  32. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Teen receives 35‑year sentence for Texas school‑track stabbing

    Karmelo Anthony was sentenced to 35 years for the 2025 stabbing death of Austin Metcalf at a Texas track meet, sparking discussion on race and jury composition.

  33. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 3 sources
    Karmelo Anthony Sentenced to 35 Years as Family Appeals Trial Fairness

    Karmelo Anthony received a 35‑year murder sentence; his family alleges an unfair trial, files an appeal over jury issues, and raised $625K for his defense.

  34. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Texas parole supervisor fired over racist post on Karmelo Anthony murder

    A Texas parole supervisor was dismissed after a racist Facebook rant about the Karmelo Anthony murder, while a Howard professor sparked controversy by blaming the victim’s father for the killing.

  35. 3 months ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Karmelo Anthony Case Sparks Outrage Over Racial Violence in Texas

    Karmelo Anthony's conviction in Texas sparked online racist harassment recalling the 1916 lynching of Jesse Washington, highlighting ongoing racial violence.

  36. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Karmelo Anthony’s $630K GiveSendGo fundraiser closed after Texas murder conviction

    GiveSendGo shut down Karmelo Anthony’s $630,000 fundraiser after his 35‑year murder conviction in Texas; the campaign had funded legal costs and family relocation.

  37. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 10 sources
    Karmelo Anthony Sentenced to 35 Years for Texas Teen's Murder

    Karmelo Anthony was convicted of murder and sentenced to 35 years for the stabbing of Austin Metcalf in Texas; the case spurred racial debate, celebrity criticism, and threats against the victim’s family.

  38. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 4 sources
    Karmelo Anthony trial: Batson challenge denied, 35‑year sentence upheld

    Karmelo Anthony was convicted of a 2025 stabbing and sentenced to 35 years; a Batson challenge alleging exclusion of Black jurors was denied.

  39. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 3 sources
    Teen Karmelo Anthony Convicted of Murder in Texas School Track Meet

    Teen Karmelo Anthony was convicted of murdering Austin Metcalf at a Frisco, Texas track meet, facing a possible 5‑99‑year sentence.

  40. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Karmelo Anthony Sentenced to 35 Years for Texas Murder, Appeals Filed

    Karmelo Anthony was sentenced to 35 years for the murder of Austin Metcalf in Frisco, Texas; his lawyers have filed an appeal and supporters clashed outside the court.

  41. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Karmelo Anthony sentenced to 35 years for murder of Austin Metcalf in Texas

    Karmelo Anthony received a 35‑year sentence after a Texas jury convicted him of murdering Austin Metcalf at a track meet, rejecting his self‑defense claim, amid online racist disinformation.

  42. 3 months ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett Draws Backlash Over Defense of Murder Convict Karmelo Anthony

    Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett faced backlash after defending convicted murderer Karmelo Anthony, who received a 35‑year sentence for stabbing Austin Metcalf at a Frisco high‑school track meet.

  43. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Karmelo Anthony’s $630,000 GiveSendGo fundraiser shut down after murder conviction

    Karmelo Anthony’s $630,000 GiveSendGo fundraiser was closed after his 35‑year murder conviction for killing Austin Metcalf in Texas; funds had covered pre‑trial costs and the remainder will be disbursed per the

  44. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 3 sources
    Karmelo Anthony receives 35‑year murder sentence in Texas

    A Texas jury convicted 19‑year‑old Black teen Karmelo Anthony of murder for stabbing white student Austin Metcalf, rejecting his self‑defense claim and imposing a 35‑year prison sentence.

  45. 3 months ago

    [POLITICS] 7 sources
    Rep. Jasmine Crockett Faces Backlash Over Comments on Texas Teen Murder Sentencing

    Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s remarks defending Karmelo Anthony, convicted of murdering Austin Metcalf in Texas, were condemned for minimizing the crime and claiming racial bias in sentencing.

  46. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Texas teen sentenced to 35 years for murder of rival track athlete

    Karmelo Anthony, 19, was sentenced to 35 years for murdering 17‑year‑old track athlete Austin Metcalf at a Texas high‑school meet; a jury rejected his self‑defense claim after a brief deliberation.

  47. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 41 sources
    Karmelo Anthony sentenced to 35 years for murder of Austin Metcalf in Texas

    19‑year‑old Karmelo Anthony was convicted of first‑degree murder for stabbing 17‑year‑old Austin Metcalf at a Frisco, Texas, high‑school track meet and sentenced to 35 years in prison, with parole after half; a

  48. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 4 sources
    Karmelo Anthony sentenced to 35 years for high‑school murder in Texas

    Karmelo Anthony received a 35‑year prison term for the 2025 stabbing death of Austin Metcalf at a Frisco, Texas track meet, after a jury rejected his self‑defense claim amid national debate on race and school‑s

  49. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 35 sources
    Karmelo Anthony Convicted of Murder for 2025 Frisco Track Meet Stabbing

    Jury convicts Karmelo Anthony of murder for stabbing Austin Metcalf at a 2025 Frisco track meet; self‑defense claim rejected and he receives a 35‑year sentence.

  50. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Teen Karmelo Anthony faces murder trial for fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf at Texas track meet

    Teen Karmelo Anthony is on trial for the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf at a Texas track meet, claiming self‑defense while prosecutors label it a provoked murder.

  51. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 5 sources
    Karmelo Anthony Murder Trial Begins with All‑White Jury in Texas

    Karmelo Anthony's murder trial began in Texas with an all‑White jury; defense cites racial bias, prosecutors cite race‑neutral reasons, and social‑justice groups protest the jury composition.

  52. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 16 sources
    Karmelo Anthony murder trial begins in Texas over track‑meet stabbing

    Karmelo Anthony, 19, faces a first‑degree murder trial in Texas for stabbing 17‑year‑old Austin Metcalf at a 2025 track meet; prosecutors call it murder, defense cites self‑defense, and the jury contains no Bl​

  53. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 4 sources
    Texas teen Karmelo Anthony's murder trial begins for fatal stabbing of football player Austin Metcalf

    Karmelo Anthony's murder trial starts in Texas after the April 2025 stabbing of football player Austin Metcalf, with a gag order, house arrest and over $600K raised for his defense.

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