Karmelo Anthony seeks new trial over unwritten deal
By The BriefBrief
Karmelo Anthony’s new trial hearing focuses on an alleged unwritten agreement that prevented him from testifying in the Austin Metcalf murder case in Frisco. Lawyers are clashing over how the deal affected the case.
WHO:Karmelo Anthony; his lawyers; opposing lawyers
WHAT:Lawyers dispute an unwritten agreement tied to Anthony being kept from testifying, as he seeks a new trial.
WHEN:Reported Aug 21, 2026 at 11:00 AM ET
WHERE:Frisco, Texas
WHY:The hearing is being held to determine whether the unwritten agreement that kept Anthony from testifying warrants a new trial.
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