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Will Karmelo Anthony get a new trial? Judge makes decision
FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth • • nation
Key Points:
- Judge Michael Chitty denied Karmelo Anthony’s request for a new trial in the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf, upholding Anthony’s 35-year murder conviction from June.
- Anthony’s defense argued that his Sixth Amendment right to a public trial was violated and raised concerns over undocumented pretrial conferences and a "gentleman’s agreement" limiting character evidence.
- The original defense attorney testified that Anthony’s testimony was crucial for a self-defense claim, which could have led to a lesser charge, while prosecutors stated the agreement protected both sides from prejudicial evidence.
- The stabbing occurred during a high school track meet in April 2025, with surveillance and witness accounts supporting the timeline; Anthony maintains he acted in self-defense.
- The case will proceed to the Fifth Court of Appeals following the denial of the new trial motion.
