Anthony Seeks New Trial Over Fairness Claims | Texas News

Karmelo Anthony faces 35 years in prison after being convicted for fatally stabbing 17-year-old Austin Metcalf during a track meet dispute — but his new legal team is fighting hard for a new trial, claiming his rights were violated, including biased jury instructions and a biased judge who publicly defended the verdict. The defense is pushing for Judge John Roach’s removal, arguing his comments show he’s already decided the case — a motion now headed to a regional judge for review. They’re not claiming innocence, but insisting the trial was fundamentally unfair. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7f0fb23c0f958e51