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How a handshake deal changed the course of Karmelo Anthony's trial
By Ahraya Burns at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local
· July 15, 2026
· 4 min read
A new court filing is providing new details on why Karmelo Anthony did not testify during his murder trial, with his lead attorney alleging the defense changed its entire trial strategy after prosecutors backed away from what had been described as a pretrial agreement.
Anthony was sentenced to...
Key takeaway Anthony was sentenced to 35 years in prison for the 2025 fatal stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf at a Frisco , Texas, track meet.
Why this matters in Frisco News
The fallout from Karmelo Anthony's trial has significant implications for the Frisco community, where the fatal stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf occurred. As Anthony begins serving his 35-year sentence, the defense's allegations of a broken "gentlemen's agreement" raise questions about the prosecution's handling of the case. The fact that the defense had planned to introduce evidence about the Metcalf twins' reputations for violence, bullying, and racism, but chose not to due to the alleged agreement, suggests that the trial may have only presented a partial picture of the events leading up to the stabbing. This case may prompt the community to re-examine its approach to addressing violence and bullying in local schools, and to consider the potential consequences of such behavior. The defense's motion for a new trial will be closely watched in Frisco, as residents seek closure and justice for the Metcalf family.
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Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local ·
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What is this story about? A new court filing is providing new details on why Karmelo Anthony did not testify during his murder trial, with his lead attorney alleging the defense changed its entire trial strategy after prosecutors backed away from what had been described as a pretrial agreement.
Anthony was sentenced to...
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