(NewsNation) — The murder trial of Texas teen Karmelo Anthony, who is accused of stabbing another student at a high school track meet last year, is set to begin June 1.
A grand jury indicted the Texas teen in June 2025 on a first-degree murder charge for the alleged stabbing of Austin Metcalf at a high school track meet in Frisco, a suburb of Dallas.
The fatal stabbing occurred in April 2025 when Anthony was 17. Under Texas law, 17-year-olds are considered adults in the criminal justice system.
Karmelo Anthony’s rep says his family believes he’s innocent
According to police reports, Metcalf, who was also 17, told Anthony he needed to move out from under their team’s tent at the track meet. Anthony allegedly then grabbed his bag, reached inside and told Metcalf, “Touch me and see what happens.”…