Anthony’s Parents Speak After Trial Denied | Dallas News

Karmelo Anthony’s parents break their silence, calling the past year devastating but grateful for community support, as they stand by his claim of self-defense in the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf at a high school track meet. The defense continues its legal battle, arguing the original trial was compromised by rushed security measures — and while a judge denied a new trial, that ruling is just one step in an ongoing appeals process headed to the Dallas Court of Appeals, with official filings due October 7th and arguments expected next year. Unless overturned, Karmelo faces a 35-year sentence — but his team remains fiercely determined to fight for justice. 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/eb357a289709add0