Overview

• Karmelo Anthony, 17, faces first-degree murder charges for the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf during a high school track meet in Frisco, Texas.
• After a bond reduction from $1 million to $250,000, Anthony was released on house arrest with an ankle monitor on April 14, 2025.
• Anthony and his family are residing in a $900,000 rented home in a gated community, paying approximately $3,500 per month, with reports of newly purchased vehicles.
• Residents of the upscale neighborhood have expressed unease about Anthony’s presence, questioning safety and the appropriateness of his release.
• The Anthony family has raised over $443,000 through a crowdfunding campaign for legal fees and relocation, sparking criticism over their perceived financial status.