Judge Removed in Karmelo Anthony Case | Denver News

Judge John Roach, who presided over the 2025 conviction of 17-year-old Karmelo Anthony in the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf at a Texas track meet, has been removed from the case — a major development sparking renewed hope for a new trial. Anthony’s legal team claims Roach was overly rigid in courtroom conduct and violated protocol by giving post-trial interviews, fueling their request for a retrial. With a new judge set to review the motion, the emotionally charged case — amplified by social media and racial discourse — is poised for another dramatic chapter. 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/7160298d8d21c4bb