Karmelo Anthony has been indicted on a charge of first-degree murder.
Collin County District Attorney Greg Willis announced on Tuesday that a Collin County grand jury indicted Anthony on first-degree murder charges for the murder of Austin Metcalf. Anthony allegedly stabbed Metcalf in the chest during a dispute at a high school track meet in Frisco, Texas, on April 2. Metcalf died due to the stabbing. A police report said that Anthony had admitted to stabbing Metcalf.
“Earlier this spring, our community was shaken by what happened at a school track meet in Frisco — the violent loss of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf. For weeks, my team has been presenting evidence to the grand jury. Today, I summarized that evidence, and I asked the grand jury to return a first degree murder indictment against Karmelo Anthony, which they did. With that indictment, the case now moves formally into the court system.
“From this point forward, we’ll continue doing our job fully and fairly to pursue justice under the law. As for the scheduling of the trial, that will be up to the court. But when the time comes, we will be ready.
“We know this case has struck a deep nerve — here in Collin County and beyond, and that’s understandable. When something like this happens at a school event, it shakes people to the core. Let’s remember that the justice system works best when it moves with steadiness and principle. That’s what we’re committed to, and that’s exactly what this case deserves.
“We’re also mindful of Austin’s family, and everyone who loved him. Please keep them in your thoughts and, if you’re willing, in your prayers as well. Finally, let’s remember that a defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.”
BREAKING: Collin County District Attorney Greg Willis announced today that a Collin County Grand Jury has indicted Karmelo Anthony for First-Degree M*rder in the Frisco Track Meet sta*bbing of Austin Metcalf. pic.twitter.com/ykdxBzdVfV
— Sarah Fields (@SarahisCensored) June 24, 2025
Murder is a first-degree felony offense in Texas. If convicted, Anthony would be facing a punishment of 5-99 years in a Texas prison. In the Texas criminal justice system, 17-year-olds are considered adults.
