Incident Overview

Karmelo Anthony is charged with the murder of Austin Metcalf, a 17-year-old student who tragically lost his life during a track meet altercation on April 2. Reports indicate that the confrontation occurred at the UIL District 11-5A event held at Kuykendall Stadium.

Bond Details and Conditions

Following his release, Anthony was fitted with an ankle monitor and placed under house arrest. The following conditions apply to his bond:

• He must remain under the supervision of a parent or designated adult.
• Anthony is prohibited from contacting the Metcalf family directly or indirectly.
• He is permitted to visit his attorney’s office for court-approved meetings.
• Weekly check-ins with the bailiff are required.
• Anthony’s family must inform the Collin County Sheriff’s Office of any changes to their address for safety reasons.
• Staying off social media is also advised by the court.

Failure to adhere to these conditions may result in Anthony’s return to custody.

Legal Proceedings

Following his arrest, Anthony faced an initial bond of $1 million before the recent reduction. The path forward includes several stages of legal proceedings:

• A grand jury will review the evidence presented by prosecutors to determine if the case should proceed to trial.
• If indicted, the case will move to preliminary hearings and pre-trial motions.

In the absence of a plea agreement, a trial date will be established. If found not guilty, Anthony will be released; however, a conviction would lead to a sentencing hearing, potentially followed by an appeal process.

Details of the Altercation

According to the investigation, the confrontation began when Anthony was allegedly asked to leave the Memorial High School tent, leading to heated exchanges. Eyewitness accounts suggest that Metcalf, while trying to remove Anthony, may have instigated the conflict. Following the stabbing, Anthony reportedly acknowledged the act to law enforcement, stating, “I did it.”

Austin Metcalf: A Life Remembered

Austin Metcalf was an honors student and dedicated athlete at Memorial High School. His father, Jeff Metcalf, fondly described Austin as a natural leader and a team MVP in football, who was also honing his skills in track and field. In a poignant reflection, Jeff shared how the family had enjoyed a final hunting trip just days before the tragic event. “I feel for him now, he won’t be the same. None of us will,” he expressed regarding the impact of Austin’s loss on the family.