The high-profile case against Karmelo Anthony, accused of stabbing fellow student Austin Metcalf to death during a Frisco ISD track meet in April 2025, heads to trial next week.
Anthony, a 17-year-old student and athlete, is facing a first-degree murder charge and could face 5-99 years or life in prison if convicted.
Ahead of the trial, here are five things to know about the case and Anthony:
1. Karmelo Anthony was a student and athlete at Centennial High School in Frisco, where he captained the track and football teams.
2. Anthony was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and is the oldest of four children in his family.
3. The confrontation between Anthony and Metcalf occurred during a rain delay at a high school track meet, where Metcalf reportedly asked Anthony to leave since he didn't attend that school.
4. Witnesses told investigators that Anthony allegedly warned Metcalf, who was white, not to touch him, before pulling out a black knife and stabbing him once in the chest.
5. Anthony's family has raised concerns about safety and public scrutiny ahead of the trial, with Anthony's mother stating, "I don't know why we are being targeted and discriminated against before a fair trial."
