Anthony lawyer seeks new trial after evidence deal
By The BriefBrief
Karmelo Anthony’s attorneys argued at a hearing that missteps during his June trial should lead to a retrial. The Texas prosecutor said both sides agreed to withhold evidence that could further inflame a case marked by racial tensions and death threats, and the judge’s ruling is pending.
WHO:Jamie Stengle (Texas prosecutor); Karmelo Anthony’s attorneys; the judge
WHAT:A retrial request is being considered after claims of trial missteps tied to an agreement to withhold potentially inflammatory evidence.
WHEN:Aug 21, 2026
WHERE:McKinney, Texas, USA
WHY:The retrial request is being considered because the defense says court missteps, including an evidence-withholding agreement, marred the June trial.
