Texas Teenager Asks for New Trial After Fatal Stabbing

U.S. · 2026-08-20 07:01:20

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Karmelo Anthony is seeking a new trial in a fatal stabbing case, PBS NewsHour reported. The attack occurred at a track meet in a Dallas suburb. ABC News identified the victim as a 17-year-old track athlete.

The judge in the case was ordered removed Wednesday as the defendant prepared to seek a new trial.

Sources

• PBS NewsHour: Judge removed from Texas track meet stabbing case as defendant Karmelo Anthony seeks a new trial
• ABC News US: Texas teen convicted in fatal stabbing at track meet seeks a new trial and judge
• ABC News US: Judge will consider new trial for Karmelo Anthony in Texas track meet killing