Anthony’s New Trial Hinges on Old Evidence | Austin News

Austin News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 23, 2026 · 1m

Karmelo Anthony, the 19-year-old convicted murderer of Austin Metcalf, is facing a potential new trial after prosecutors dropped explosive new evidence—including childhood disciplinary records showing violent behavior as early as age six and threatening text messages from last year detailing racist rants and plans to “shoot up” a school. This damning material was never presented during his original June trial, where he received a 35-year sentence. His defense claims they were denied the chance to fully argue self-defense, but prosecutors are pushing back. The judge could rule on a new trial…