Defense Says Karmelo Anthony Appeal Is Strengthened Despite New Trial Denial

Defense says Karmelo Anthony appeal is strengthened despite new trial denial

Though Karmelo Anthony’s motion for a new trial was denied following his conviction in the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf, defense attorneys say newly entered evidence strengthens their position as they prepare to take the appeal to the state appellate court.

Karmelo Anthony's legal team discusses retrial denial | FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth

Karmelo Anthony, the teen convicted of murdering 17-year-old Austin Metcalf at a 2025 Frisco track meet, was denied a motion for a retrial earlier this month. FOX 4's Amelia Jones talks to Anthony's defense team about the retrial hearing and what's next in the process.