NewsWPLG Local 10August 20, 2026Miami-Dade
Defense attorney for Karmelo Anthony requests new trial following high school track meet stabbing conviction
The defense attorney for Karmelo Anthony has filed for a new trial regarding his conviction for a fatal stabbing at a high school track meet. Prosecutors confirmed that both legal teams previously agreed to withhold certain evidence during the initial trial to prevent further escalation of racial tensions and safety concerns.
Read the full story at WPLG Local 10Why It Matters
The outcome of this motion will determine whether the conviction stands or if a new trial will be held for the incident that occurred at a high school track meet.
Key Facts
- Karmelo Anthony was previously convicted for a fatal stabbing at a high school track meet.
- The defense has filed a motion for a new trial.
- Prosecutors stated that both sides agreed to withhold specific evidence during the original trial.
- The decision to withhold evidence was intended to mitigate racial tensions and threats of violence surrounding the case.
Who's Mentioned
personMike Howard“Anthony's lead trial attorney.”personKarmelo Anthony“Defendant convicted of stabbing Austin Metcalf.”locationMcKinney, Texas“Location of the court proceedings.”personAustin Metcalf“17-year-old victim of the stabbing.”personMichael Chitty“Judge assigned to decide on the retrial motion.”personBill Wirskye“Prosecutor in the case.”locationMcKinney“The city in Texas where the legal proceedings are taking place.”organizationAP“The news agency reporting on the legal development.”personRussell Wilson“Defense attorney representing Anthony in the retrial motion.”personJohn Roach“Original judge removed from the case.”