Karmelo Anthony to appeal murder conviction in Frisco track meet stabbing
A jury in Collin County sentenced Anthony to 35 years in prison.
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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.
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