The parents of Karmelo Anthony, who was convicted of first-degree murder, are defending their son after his sentencing to 35 years in prison. They assert that he acted in self-defense and claim that the trial's outcome was predetermined. Anthony was found guilty by a Texas jury for the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf during a track meet in April 2025. Following the sentencing, Anthony filed a notice of appeal. In an interview, his mother, Kayla Hayes, expressed disbelief at the jury's conclusion and stated that her son did not intend to harm anyone. Both parents criticized the testimony presented during the trial, claiming that witnesses provided inconsistent statements. Anthony's father, Andrew Anthony, argued that public opinion had already influenced the trial's outcome. Despite the conviction, the family feels that justice was not served and reported receiving threats in the aftermath of the case. Anthony's appeal process is now underway, which may take several years.
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Karmelo Anthony's Parents Speak Out Following His Sentencing
Karmelo Anthony's parents are defending him after his conviction for first-degree murder and subsequent 35-year sentence. They claim he acted in self-defense and argue that the trial's outcome was predetermined. The family has also reported receiving threats following the case and is pursuing an appeal.
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- ✕ loaded language: 'predetermined'
- ✕ loaded language: 'lied'
- ✕ loaded language: 'minds made up'
- ✕ loaded language: 'convicted when he walked out'
- ✕ loaded language: 'no innocence of proving guilty'
- ✕ framing: headline asserting a conclusion
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Karmelo Anthony’s Parents Break Silence, Make New Claim About Witnesses
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Karmelo Anthony's Parents Speak Out Following His Sentencing