Texas judge denies retrial in track star stabbing case
#KarmeloAnthony #TexasJusticeTexas judge denied Karmelo Anthony's new trial in the stabbing death of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf. Anthony, convicted of murder, received 35 years. Defense plans to appeal, citing courtroom restrictions and judge's posttrial comments. Prosecutors affirmed the verdict's fairness. read more
Texas murder retrial hinges on collapsed testimony deal
#KarmeloAnthony #TexasMurderTrialKarmelo Anthony withdrew from testifying in his Texas murder retrial hearing over fears prosecutors could introduce damaging past evidence, his attorney said. The judge hasn't ruled on whether Anthony, sentenced to 35 years for stabbing Austin Metcalf, will get a new trial. read more
Texas prosecutor admits withheld evidence in stabbing trial
#KarmeloAnthony #CriminalJusticeKarmelo Anthony seeks a retrial after his lawyers argue evidence was withheld to reduce racial tensions and death threats. Both sides agreed to exclude character details, which defense calls trial errors. A new judge now weighs the request. read more
Judge removed from teen murder case as retrial sought
#KarmeloAnthony #TexasCrimeJudge removed from Karmelo Anthony's murder case as teen seeks new trial over Texas track meet stabbing, citing strict courtroom rules and post-trial interview. Supporters cheered ruling. New judge assigned for retrial hearing. read more