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NewsWFLA News Channel 8August 23, 2026Hillsborough

Texas judge denies Karmelo Anthony's request for a new trial in high school track meet stabbing

A Texas judge has denied a motion for a new trial for 19-year-old Karmelo Anthony, who was previously convicted of the murder of a 17-year-old athlete at a high school track meet. Anthony is currently serving a 35-year prison sentence for the killing.

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Why It Matters

The court's decision maintains the existing murder conviction and 35-year prison sentence for the defendant, concluding the current legal challenge regarding the incident.

Key Facts

  • A Texas judge denied a request for a new trial for Karmelo Anthony.
  • The defendant, Karmelo Anthony, is 19 years old.
  • The victim was a 17-year-old athlete.
  • The incident occurred at a high school track meet.
  • Anthony was convicted of murder in June.
  • Anthony was sentenced to 35 years in prison.
  • The case previously drew national attention and resulted in harassment of the families involved.

Who's Mentioned

personAustin Metcalf“Victim of the stabbing”personJohn Roach“Trial judge”personMichael Chitty“Judge who denied the retrial”personKarmelo Anthony“Defendant convicted of murder”personGreg Willis“Collin County District Attorney”other17“Age of victim”personBill Wirskye“Prosecutor”personRussell Wilson“Defense attorney for Anthony”locationDallas“Location of the court”other19“Age of defendant”