The fatal stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf during a school track meet in Frisco, Texas, has led to a first-degree murder charge against Karmelo Anthony, who was also 17 at the time. The incident, which took place on April 2 at Kuykendall Stadium, shook the local community. A grand jury indicted Karmelo on June 24, and while he admitted to the stabbing, his legal team claims he acted in self-defense. Due to U.S. Supreme Court guidelines, he cannot face the death penalty or life without parole.
According to the arrest affidavit, the altercation began when Karmelo sought shelter under a tent during rain and was asked to leave. A confrontation followed, ending in a single fatal stab wound to Austin’s chest. Karmelo allegedly told officers, “I did it,” but also stated he was protecting himself. Austin’s twin brother, Hunter, was with him in his final moments, trying to stop the bleeding. Their father, Jeff Metcalf, described the scene as heartbreaking and labeled the incident “murder.”
Austin’s family, devastated by the loss, continues to speak out. His mother, Meghan, and brother, Hunter, shared memories of Austin as a bright student-athlete with dreams of playing college football. The community has rallied behind them, raising over $300,000 on GoFundMe to honor his legacy. The family has expressed gratitude for the support and is focused on healing and seeking justice.
Karmelo’s defense team has also launched a fundraiser, collecting over $500,000 to support his legal costs. They maintain that the case involves self-defense and ask for patience as the legal process unfolds. Both families have requested privacy and prayers as the case moves toward trial, where the full details are expected to be presented.