Karmelo Anthony attorney asks judge for new trial in Texas track meet killing
· KRGV (NBC 5)
Karmelo Anthony's attorney is seeking a new trial for the 19-year-old, who was convicted of fatally stabbing track athlete Austin Metcalf during a high school meet. The defense claims that procedural errors and an off-the-record agreement hindered Anthony's access to a fair trial. They argue that the original judge allowed a 'shadow docket' that excluded critical information. Anthony was sentenced to 35 years in prison, and his legal team has raised concerns about jury instructions and courtroom rules. The case has drawn national attention, particularly due to its racial implications, despite both sides asserting that race was not a factor in the incident.
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