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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 23, 2026Miami-Dade

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

A Texas judge denied a request for a new trial for Karmelo Anthony, who was convicted in the stabbing death of a 17-year-old athlete at a high school track meet. The ruling maintains the existing conviction for the incident that occurred at a school sporting event.

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Why It Matters

The court's decision confirms the legal outcome for a high-profile criminal case involving a fatal stabbing at a public school event.

Key Facts

  • A Texas judge denied a motion for a new trial for Karmelo Anthony.
  • The case involves the stabbing death of a 17-year-old athlete.
  • The incident occurred at a high school track meet.
  • The case previously received national media attention.
  • The families involved in the case reported experiencing harassment.

Who's Mentioned

personKarmelo Anthony“Defendant convicted of murder”locationFrisco“Suburb where the incident occurred”locationDallas“Location of court proceedings”locationTexas“Jurisdiction where the court ruling occurred.”personAustin Metcalf“Victim of the stabbing”personMichael Chitty“Judge who denied the retrial”personBill Wirskye“Prosecutor”personRussell Wilson“Defense attorney for Anthony”personGreg Willis“Collin County District Attorney”personJohn Roach“Trial judge”