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Karmelo Anthony’s self-defense trial took an unexpected turn when testimony ended without Anthony ever taking the stand. Anthony was convicted of murder and sentenced to 35 years last month for the stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf at a Frisco track meet in April 2025.
New court filings reveal Anthony’s defense team made a handshake deal with the prosecution before proceedings began — an agreement Anthony’s attorney says was broken and prevented him from testifying. Breaking news reporters Jamie Landers and Sana Muneer explain the collapse of the deal.
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✍️: Jamie Landers and Sana Muneer / Breaking news reporters
🎥: Annika Sunkara / Social video producer