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New York Post
24-06-2025
- New York Post
Texas teen Karmelo Anthony indicted on first-degree murder charge in stabbing death of Austin Metcalf, 17
Texas Teenager Karmelo Anthony has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with the stabbing death of a 17-year-old at a high school track meet in April. Anthony, also 17, was indicted by a grand jury Tuesday for allegedly killing Austin Metcalf after a dispute over a seat at the University Interscholastic League's District 11-5A championship on April 2. '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 and — which they did,' Collin County District Attorney Greg Willis said in a press conference Tuesday. 3 Karmelo Anthony's mugshot Frisco Police Department The case drew outrage after Anthony was freed on a $250,000 bond after the alleged stabbing, living it up with his family in a $900,000 home in a luxurious gated community of Richwoods in Frisco, Texas, where rent is an estimated $3,500 per month. A neighbor said he even bought a new car after the alleged attack. Still, he had convinced a judge to lower his bond from $1 million, citing financial hardship. 3 Austin Metcalf was fatally stabbed at a track meet. @Jeff Metcalf/Facebook 3 Karmelo Anthony has been charged in the murder. @niquealex/Instagram Anthony told cops he was acting in self-defense, with his family claiming 'the narrative being spread is false, unjust, and harmful' on a fundraiser page for their legal fees — which has raised more than $530,000. Soon after the indictment was handed down, Anthony's lawyer, Mike Howard, put out a video message reiterating the claim that his client's alleged actions were in self-defense. 'We are confident that when all the facts are presented and the full story is heard,' he said, 'the jury will reach the right conclusion and justice will be done.' The DA's office said Anthony could face life in prison if convicted.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Yahoo
Machete-wielding man attacks security guard at Frisco mosque, police say
A security guard was attacked by a man with a machete at a Frisco mosque during prayer on Sunday, June 8, police said. Officers responded at 11 a.m. to the Islamic Center of Frisco at 11137 Frisco St., after reports of a person being stabbed at the location, Frisco police said in a news release. Police said a 911 caller provided a description of the suspect, who was still at- large. Based on that description, the suspect, 26-year-old Malik Davis was taken into custody, police said. The initial investigation by officers found that the victim, who is a uniformed security guard at the mosque, was praying inside when Davis approached him from behind and assaulted the security guard multiple times with a machete, police said. The victim suffered injuries to his head and one of his hands, police said. Police said Davis took possession of the victim's gun but later ditched it before being confronted by officers. The victim was taken to the hospital, where he was treated and subsequently released, police said. Davis was transported to the Collin County Jail and faces charges of aggravated assault against a security officer and theft of a firearm with a bond set at $60,000. The victim's gun was recovered at the scene, police said. 🚨 More top stories from our newsroom: → Widow of Arlington firefighter who died in Cancun seeks $35M at trial → Christmas-themed restaurant Campo Verde reopens → Teen arrested in stabbing death of his father [Get our breaking news alerts.] The person arrested is a Muslim who had been regularly attending the mosque for the past several months, the Islamic Center of Frisco said in a statement on social media. The mosque resumed regular activities on Sunday evening, according to the statement. 'The investigation into this incident is ongoing, but nothing suggests that this is a hate crime,' Frisco police said in the release. Anyone with related information is asked to contact the Frisco Police Department's non-emergency number at 972-292-6010 or submit a tip using Tip411 (text FRISCOPD + the tip to 847411).
CBS News
01-06-2025
- General
- CBS News
7-year-old girl dies after being pulled from Frisco pond near restaurant, officials say
A 7-year-old girl died after being pulled from a retention pond behind a Frisco restaurant Saturday night, officials confirmed. According to a spokesperson with the Frisco Fire Department, at about 8:55 p.m., the 7-year-old was reported missing from an Uncle Julio's restaurant at 2401 Preston Road. When crews arrived to search the area, the child's shoes were located near the bank of a pond. Officials said the child's body was pulled from the pond at about 9:20 p.m. Saturday. Emergency crews immediately gave her CPR and transported her to the hospital, where she was later pronounced dead. The Frisco Police Department is investigating the case. We'll update as more information becomes Saturday night, officials confirmed. According to a spokesperson with the Frisco Fire Department, at about 8:55 p.m., the 7-year-old was reported missing from an Uncle Julio's restaurant at 2401 Preston Road. When crews arrived to search the area, the child's shoes were located near the bank of a pond. Officials said the child's body was pulled from the pond at about 9:20 p.m. Saturday. Emergency crews immediately gave her CPR and transported her to the hospital, where she was later pronounced dead. The Frisco Police Department is investigating the case. We'll update as more information becomes available.
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Coyote attacks child, 8, in Frisco
The Brief An 8-year-old in Frisco is recovering after being attacked by a coyote on Monday while walking with her mother. The child sustained non-life-threatening injuries before her mother chased the animal away. Three coyotes have been removed from the neighborhood for testing; it's currently unknown if the attacking coyote was diseased. FRISCO, Texas - An 8-year-old from Frisco is recovering from injuries after a coyote attack on Monday, officials say. The Frisco Police Department's Wednesday release says the attack happened while the child was walking with her mother in a Frisco neighborhood. What we know The attack happened around 4:05 p.m. in the Lexington Park community near Lacy Lane and Tall Timbers Trail, the PD said in their release. They say the child was walking ahead of her mother when she was attacked by the coyote. The 8-year-old suffered non-life-threatening injuries, the city said, including scratches and a bite. The mother was able to chase the animal away. Following the attack, Frisco Animal Services and representatives from the United States Department of Agriculture's Texas Wildlife Services Program were able to find and remove three coyotes from the neighborhood, Frisco PD said. The coyotes have been sent for testing. What we don't know The release does not say whether the coyote is suspected to have been carrying a disease. What you can do The PD's release includes recommendations on how to handle an interaction with an aggressive coyote: While walking or jogging, consider carrying something that makes a loud noise to scare off an animal, such as an airhorn or whistle. If you walk small animals, ensure they are on a leash. Do not allow domesticated animals to roam freely outdoors. Do not approach or feed wildlife and keep trash in a secure container. Anyone who observes what appears to be an aggressive animal should contact the Frisco Police Department at (972) 292-6010 or call 911. The Source Information in this article comes from the City of Frisco.
New York Post
14-05-2025
- New York Post
Texas teen Karmelo Anthony set to graduate from high school while facing Austin Metcalf murder charge — after agreement with school
Suspected teen killer Karmelo Anthony will graduate from his Texas high school despite missing the last month and a half of classes as he faces a murder charge in the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf. Anthony's parents and an activist group vocal in supporting the accused murderer played prominent roles negotiating for the teen to receive his diploma from Frisco's Centennial High School while under house arrest, WFAA reported. Next Generation Action Network, the controversial group backing Anthony's legal troubles, announced the teen's high school achievement after his parents met with officials in the Frisco Independent School District. Advertisement 6 Karmelo Anthony's mugshot released by the Frisco Police Department after the fatal stabbing on April 2, 2025. Frisco Police Department 'We are proud to share that Karmelo Anthony will graduate and receive his high school diploma, and that his academic achievements will not be disrupted,' the group's President Dominique Alexander told the outlet. 'NGAN has worked diligently alongside the Anthony family's legal team to bring about this fair and student-focused resolution. This is a moment of dignity for Karmelo and a reminder of the power of advocacy done right.' Advertisement The school district said it would honor Anthony's credits and previous achievements in the classroom, but he will not be recognized to walk across the stage at the May 22 graduation due to his murder charge. 'No student who commits a serious criminal offense (Title V felony) is permitted to participate in the graduation ceremony. Additionally, anyone who trespasses on Frisco ISD property or at a District event will be subject to immediate removal and possible arrest by law enforcement,' Superintendent Dr. Mike Waldrip wrote in an email to the Centennial High School community, according to WFAA. Anthony's graduation status has been in limbo since his deadly encounter with Metcalf at a high school track and field event on April 2 in Frisco, Texas. 6 Austin Metcalf, a junior at Frisco Memorial High School, was fatally stabbed on April 2, 2025. Meghan Prall Metcalf/Facebook Advertisement 6 Austin Metcalf poses with his twin brother Hunter and their parents after a football game for Memorial High School. Jeff Metcalf / Facebook He is accused of stabbing Metcalf, 17, in the heart at Kuykendall Stadium after a brief altercation between the two teens. Anthony, a Centennial High senior, was allegedly sitting underneath the tent of Memorial High School when Metcalf confronted the uninvited visitor. Anthony threatened the junior to not touch him before digging into his backpack and pulling out a knife, plunging the blade into Metcalf's chest. Advertisement Here is the latest on the stabbing death of Austin Metcalf Police captured Anthony, who later confessed to the stabbing but claimed he did it in self-defense. Metcalf died in his twin brother's arms after the blade pierced his heart. His brother, Hunter Metcalf, said the altercation happened in less than 30 seconds and the siblings didn't know Anthony before the fight, according to WFAA. 6 Karmelo Anthony poses with Dominique Alexander the man behind the Next Generation Action Network after the teen was released from jail on April 14, 2025. @niquealex/Instagram 6 Karmelo Anthony is escorted out of the Collin County Jail after posting the $250,000 bond. FOX 4 NEWS Anthony was charged with first-degree murder. He was originally held in jail on a $1 million bond, which was reduced to $250,000 and released to house arrest on bond. Advertisement The Anthony family moved their son to a $900,000 home inside a gated community after his release from jail. 6 Officials block off the area of the stands where Austin Metcalf was stabbed during a high school track race on Aprl 2, 2025. Fox4 Although Anthony turned 18 on May 11, he will not face the death penalty if convicted because he was 17 when the alleged murder occurred. 'The Supreme Court has said not only can you not seek the death penalty against someone who committed a crime when they're 17, you can't even get them life without parole. That would not be something we could do even if we wanted to,' Collin County District Attorney Greg Willis told WFAA.
