Bodycam Footage of Twin Brother's Anguish Played in Karmelo Anthony Murder Trial

The murder trial of Karmelo Anthony intensified in a McKinney, Texas courtroom as prosecutors played harrowing bodycam footage showing the immediate aftermath of the fatal stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf.

On June 5, 2026, the second day of the trial in Collin County, jurors witnessed the chaotic scene of the April 2, 2025 incident. The video captured bystanders and medical personnel frantically performing CPR on Austin Metcalf. Over the audio, the victim's twin brother, Hunter Metcalf, could be heard sobbing and screaming in desperation. "Holy God, holy God," Hunter Metcalf said through tears. "He's my best friend! He's my brother! Hurry up!"

Defendant Reaction inside the Collin County Courtroom

Karmelo Anthony Fidgets During Video Playback

When we reviewed the courtroom proceedings, we observed visible physical distress from the defendant as the graphic footage played. Karmelo Anthony, now 19 years old, frequently shifted in his seat and quivered as the audio of Hunter Metcalf's prayers filled the room.

Anthony averted his eyes during the most graphic moments of the medical intervention. He repeatedly touched his lip and rubbed his eyes, prompting his defense attorney to pat him on the shoulder for reassurance.

The Stabbing at the Frisco Track Meet

The fatal altercation took place at a high school track and field meet over a year ago. Karmelo Anthony was a student at Frisco Centennial High School, while Austin Metcalf attended Frisco Memorial High School.

According to court filings, the confrontation began when Austin Metcalf asked Anthony to move out from underneath the Frisco Memorial team tent. The initial verbal dispute escalated into a physical confrontation. Prosecutors documented that the two teenagers shoved each other before Anthony pulled a folding knife from his bag and stabbed Metcalf once in the chest.

Defense Claims Self-Defense in High School Dispute

The Legal Strategy for the Defense

Karmelo Anthony has pleaded not guilty to the murder charges. His legal team maintains that the stabbing was an act of self-defense. The defense argues that Austin Metcalf initiated the physical fight, creating a situation where Anthony felt forced to protect himself.

During the jury selection phase, the defense faced significant challenges. Multiple potential jurors were dismissed after stating that they could never vote to send the defendant to prison, with some noting that Anthony "looks like a child."

Impact on the Frisco Community

The incident has deeply impacted the two local high schools involved and the broader Frisco community. The trial focuses heavily on the seconds leading up to the single knife wound and whether the use of deadly force was justified under Texas law during a school sports event.

The prosecution plans to introduce additional eyewitness testimony from students and coaches who were present at the track meet. The trial is expected to continue through next week in Collin County.

Case Overview: State of Texas v. Karmelo Anthony. Filed in Collin County District Court, McKinney, Texas. Incident date: April 2, 2025. Charges: Murder.