Texas teen, Karmelo Anthony, is indicted on first-degree murder charge for fatally stabbing Austin Metcalf at a high school track meet

Photo: Karmelo Anthony (right), Austin Metcalf (left)

Karmelo Anthony, the 17-year-old high school student who allegedly fatally stabbed Austin Metcalf at a Frisco, TX high school track meet has been charged with first-degree murder.

First-degree murder is the most serious form of murder charge, typically involving premeditated, intentional, and unlawful intent to cause harm.

In April 2025, Karmelo Anthony allegedly sought cover under a tent when it began to rain. The tent was the property of Memorial High School, where Austin Metcalf was a student.

Karmelo Anthony was a student a Centennial High School.

Allegedly, Metcalf told Karmelo Anthony that he needed to leave the tent. An altercation ensued.

According to the arrest report, Karmelo Anthony "grabbed his bag, opened it and reached inside it" and told Metcalf, "Touch me and see what happens."

A witness told police that Anthony eventually reached into his bag, took out a knife, and stabbed Metcalf.

Anthony told police upon arrival at the scene that he was protecting himself.

Both Karmelo Anthony and Austin Metcalf were 17 at the time.

Since the incident, both families have raised large sums of money.

Shortly after losing his son, Metcalf's father, Jeff, spoke out against groups intending to stir racial animus.

Reportedly, Jeff Metcalf told a racist group, "You're trying to create more race divide than bridging the gap."

If convicted, Karmelo Anthony could face a possible sentence of 5-99 years or life in prison.

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