Texas Teen Karmelo Anthony Indicted First-Degree Murder Austin Metcalf Stabbing

Karmelo Anthony, a Texas teenager, has been indicted by a grand jury on first-degree murder charges for fatally stabbing fellow 17-year-old Austin Metcalf during a high school track meet in April. The stabbing reportedly followed a dispute over seating at the event, with Anthony allegedly stabbing Metcalf after being provoked, though Anthony and his attorney maintain he acted in self-defense. Collin County District Attorney Greg Willis presented evidence over several weeks before securing the indictment, emphasizing the need for steady and principled justice. Anthony, who was 17 at the time but is being tried as an adult, faces a potential life sentence if convicted. The case has drawn significant community attention, with Metcalf's family expressing hope for justice and Anthony's legal team confident in a fair trial. Controversy arose after Anthony was released on a reduced bond and reportedly enjoyed a comfortable lifestyle, including living in a luxury home and purchasing a new car, despite the serious charges against him.