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Defense Bolsters Self-Defense Argument in Frisco Teen Killing Trial

Attorneys for 19-year-old Karmelo Anthony are strengthening his self-defense claim during the murder trial concerning the death of Austin Metcalf.

Darnell Brooks

June 9, 20261 min read

Legal representatives for Karmelo Anthony are actively working to support a self-defense justification in the ongoing trial regarding the fatal shooting of Austin Metcalf. The 19-year-old defendant faces murder charges stemming from an incident that occurred at a school stadium in Frisco, which is located in the Dallas metropolitan area.

The confrontation took place in April 2025, resulting in the death of 17-year-old Metcalf. Prosecutors have charged Anthony with murder in connection with this event. The defense team is currently presenting arguments to establish that the actions taken were necessary for self-protection.

Details regarding the specific evidence presented by the prosecution or the final verdict remain unclear at this stage. The trial proceedings are continuing as the legal teams present their respective cases to the court. Further updates on the judicial outcome will be available as the case progresses.

Source: latimes.com.

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https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2026-06-08/defense-tries-to-buttress-self-defense-claim-in-texas-trial-over-teen-athletes-killing

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Darnell Brooks

Darnell Brooks reports on public safety, police, and the courts in Frisco and Collin County.

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