Karmelo Anthony's parents speak out as murder conviction appeal continues
For the first time since a judge rejected a new murder trial for Kamelo Anthony, his parents are speaking publicly.
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For the first time since a judge rejected a new murder trial for Kamelo Anthony, his parents are speaking publicly.
Lindsay Clancy, 36, has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder in the deaths of her three children and said she was suffering form postpartum psychosis. A jury is deliberating.
His attorneys asked for a new judge on Wednesday to oversee the 19-year-old's appeal, which is scheduled to begin Thursday.
Prosecutors allege Lindsay Clancy made a "calculated decision" in killing her kids, while the defense says she was overmedicated and suffering from extreme postpartum psychosis.
Karmelo Anthony is scheduled to return to court in August as his legal team seeks to overturn the 19-year-old's murder conviction.
Right-wing activist and Jan. 6 defendant Jake Lang was recorded allegedly vowing to kill Karmelo Anthony during his murder trial.
A jury in Collin County sentenced Anthony to 35 years in prison.
There is no prison sentence that would satisfy the father of Austin Metcalf.
Karmelo Anthony's family told CBS News that they believe the trial was unfair from the start. Now Anthony's attorneys have filed an intent to appeal.
The appellate process can take months, and sometimes years, as higher courts review whether legal errors occurred that could have affected the outcome of the case.
Collin County First Assistant District Attorney Bill Wirskye presented the prosecution's case against Anthony in court.
Karmelo Anthony was sentenced to 35 years in prison for the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf.
The trial of Karmelo Anthony centered on whether he acted in self-defense when he fatally stabbed Austin Metcalf at a Frisco ISD track meet in 2025.
News of the murder trial outcome for the 19-year-old set some off, while others believed justice was served.
Closing arguments are scheduled for Tuesday morning after testimony ends without the defendant taking the stand.
Jurors heard wrenching testimony from teammates and saw graphic autopsy evidence as the defense worked to counter the prosecution's case.
Jurors watched surveillance video and heard emotional testimony as witnesses described Karmelo Anthony's actions after Austin Metcalf was fatally stabbed at a Frisco track meet.
Opening statements will take place on Thursday morning.
A North Texas jury consultant who's worked on high-profile cases said you might be surprised to learn what type of juror the prosecution and defense attorneys prefer.
The case has been marred by controversy, racial tension and threats, while drawing national attention, particularly on social media.
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Jurors first heard from a neighbor who described Horner as a bullied child who struggled to fit in.
In this punishment phase of the trial, the defense is trying to humanize Horner for the jury.
Mrs. Horner said Tanner had a hard time making friends and was diagnosed with Asperger syndrome and ADHD.
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The agency told a woman that she has 30 days to pay it back. Otherwise, it would cut her benefits by 50% while it collects what it overpaid.
The recalled candy, sold under the brand "Crystal Temptations," was distributed in 13 states.
The top two executives at digital marketing company Good Good Golf are leaving after a controversial ad was panned as sexist.
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