Karmelo Anthony, the adolescent who is accused of stabbing and killing a 17-year-old at a high school track meet in April, has been charged with first-degree murder.
The news was announced by Collin County District Attorney Greg Willis just minutes ago. He explained that a grand jury indicted Anthony earlier Tuesday.
As you are aware, the 17-year-old athlete has been accused of taking the life of Austin Metcalf during a dispute over a seat at the University Interscholastic League’s (UIL) District 11-5A championship on April 2.
In announcing the indictment, Willis stated, “My team has been presenting evidence to the grand jury for weeks.” I summarized the evidence today and requested that the Grand Jury return a first-degree murder indictment against Karmelo Anthony, which they did.
“With that indictment,” he continued, “the case has now been formally initiated in the court system.” We will continue to do our part in the pursuit of justice under the law, in a full and equitable manner, from this point forward. The court will establish the trial schedule. However, we will be prepared when the time arrives.
Anthony may be sentenced to life imprisonment if convicted, according to Willis’ office.
Mike Howard, Anthony’s counsel, released a video response shortly after the indictment was issued, emphasizing that his client’s actions were in self-defense.
“We are certain that the jury will reach the correct conclusion and justice will be served when the complete narrative is heard and all the facts are presented,” he stated.
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