Judge Reduces Karmelo Anthony's Bond to $250,000, Places Him on House Arrest

A Collin County judge has reduced the bond for 17-year-old Karmelo Anthony from $1 million to $250,000, placing him under house arrest following his arrest for the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf at a Frisco track meet on April 2. The defense argued for the reduction, stating Anthony has no prior arrests and that his family struggles to access funds for bail, while prosecutors highlighted a previous altercation involving Anthony. During the incident, witnesses reported a verbal dispute leading to Anthony allegedly stabbing Metcalf in the chest. Anthony claimed he acted in self-defense during questioning by police. He will be required to wear an ankle monitor and is prohibited from using social media as part of his bond conditions. The case will continue with a different judge for the trial process.