Collin County District Attorney Greg Willis is speaking publicly for the first time about accusations from Mike Howard, the lead defense attorney during Karmelo Anthony’s trial.
Anthony was convicted of murdering Austin Metcalf and sentenced to 35 years in prison.
Howard’s affidavit, filed as part of Anthony’s appeal, alleges prosecutors violated a “gentlemen’s agreement” to avoid introducing character or background information about Anthony, Austin Metcalf or Hunter Metcalf. Howard also claims the judge rushed a critical closed‑door hearing, limiting the defense’s ability to prepare…