Texas Judge Denies New Trial for Karmelo Anthony | US News

A Texas judge has denied Karmelo Anthony’s request for a new trial in the high-profile murder case that shocked social media. Convicted at 19 for stabbing 17-year-old Austin Metcalf during a track meet, Anthony received a 35-year sentence — a verdict upheld after a recent hearing. His legal team plans to appeal, citing biased courtroom conduct and restricted public access, while prosecutors stand by the trial’s fairness. Though race was a hot-button topic online — with Anthony Black and Metcalf white — both sides insisted it wasn’t relevant. The jury rejected Anthony’s self-defense claim. Now, the focus turns to the appeal as Anthony’s lawyers vow to keep fighting, while the Metcalf family continues to grieve. 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/8858173e3a7a13da