Karmelo Anthony, accused of stabbing Austin Metcalf, was indicted for homicide. If convicted, he might face a doable sentence of 5-99 years or life in jail.
Karmelo Anthony is accused of fatally stabbing Austin Metcalf.(X)
Anthony was indicted by a Collin County grand jury on Tuesday. In an announcement, Collin County District Attorney Greg Willis stated, “We know this case has struck a deep nerve — here in Collin County and beyond. That’s understandable. When something like this happens at a school event, it shakes people to the core. But the justice system works best when it moves with steadiness and with principle. That’s what we’re committed to. And that’s exactly what this case deserves.”
Austin Metcalf’s father, Jeff Metcalf, additionally issued an announcement, saying, “I’m happy that we’re transferring ahead. With the first-degree homicide indictment, it now goes into the courtroom system. I totally consider that justice will likely be served for Austin Metcalf. I stay up for the forthcoming trial. But it would by no means convey my son again.”
The indictment comes simply days after Frisco ISD launched surveillance footage of the incident. The digital camera, positioned close to the press field at a substantial distance, captured solely a partial view of the tent the place the stabbing occurred. In the video, a sudden motion is seen beneath the tent, adopted by interplay between two unidentified figures. Moments later, a number of individuals are seen working from the world, whereas others rush towards it. According to Frisco ISD officers, that is believed to be the second the stabbing came about.
