New Judge Denies Anthony’s New Trial | Phoenix News

Karmelo Anthony, convicted last year for Austin Metcalf’s murder, is facing a denied motion for a new trial after a newly appointed judge reviewed the case and found no grounds to overturn the original 35-year sentence. The defense had argued serious procedural violations—including secret meetings with the former judge, missed hearings, and restricted courtroom access—that undermined Anthony’s right to a fair trial. They also claimed a critical “gentleman’s agreement” between prosecutors and his first lawyers, meant to limit character evidence and focus on the track meet incident, was essential to his self-defense claim. Prosecutors countered that the trial remained public. With the appeals court now stepping in, the fate of Anthony’s conviction—and possibly his life—hangs in the balance. 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/91363b2249c8605b