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Anthony’s New Trial Push | Venice Beach News
Karmelo Anthony, convicted of stabbing 17-year-old Austin Metcalf at a track meet in April 2025, faces a dramatic legal twist as his new defense team pushes for a new trial, arguing Judge John Roach must be recused. With visiting judge Sid Harle — known for presiding over the Uvalde school shooting trial — set to rule on the motion, the case could pivot entirely. If Roach stays, Anthony’s lawyers must convince him again — despite his prior belief the first trial was fair — while new evidence or testimony may emerge. This high-stakes hearing could redefine the future of this young man’s life…
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