(NewsNation) — NewsNation has seen a new video showing Karmelo Anthony fatally stabbing Austin Metcalf at Kuykendall Stadium in Frisco, Texas, on April 2.
Recorded from the press box across the field from where the attack occurred, Karmelo Anthony was wearing a grey hoodie, and there was no obvious physical altercation leading up to the stabbing.
The video may tell prosecutors something that NewsNation did not see, but what was apparent is that things went quickly from calm to chaotic. Neither side would comment to NewsNation on the video, given that it is evidence.
As of last week, Anthony was indicted and charged with first-degree murder.
What led to the altercation?
According to police reports, Metcalf told Anthony he needed to move out from under their team’s tent, then Anthony grabbed his bag, reached inside and told Metcalf: “Touch me and see what happens.”
The police report states Metcalf grabbed Anthony to tell him to move.
It is then that Anthony pulled out a knife, stabbing him once in the chest before running. Metcalf, 17, died in the arms of his twin brother.
“He was a leader of men. Voted team MVP this season and carried a 4.0 GPA. We will all remember him for the way he impacted others’ lives. I love you forever, son. It’s not goodbye, it’s see you later,” Jeff Metcalf said.
How did the community react to the incident, indictment?
There was a mixed reaction among the community after the incident, and furthermore, the indictment.
Back in April, Anthony had to be moved for safety reasons due to threats. Reports surfaced from a social justice organization in North Texas — Next Generation Action Network — saying the courts approved Anthony to be moved from his home to an undisclosed location for his “immediate safety.”
According to the nonprofit, Anthony’s family also saw a terrifying increase in death threats, continued harassment, and physical intimidation targeted at their home. The family has also received things in the mail, such as Metcalf’s obituary. People are also allegedly attempting to scare the family.
In addition, Anthony was moved because of a rally, according to the nonprofit. The rally was allegedly put together by Florida resident Jake Lang, who had been charged in the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol.
As for the indictment, Metcalf’s father was pleased with the development.
“I am pleased that we are moving forward with the first-degree murder indictment,” he told NewsNation. “It now goes into the court system. I fully believe that justice will be served for Austin Metcalf. I look forward to the forthcoming trial. But it will never bring my son back.”
What are the next steps in the legal process for Anthony?
For Anthony, what comes next is his day in court.
Anthony was released from jail and placed on house arrest after his bond was reduced from $1 million to $250,000.
His attorney, Mike Howard, said Anthony was looking forward to his day in court.
“We expect that when the full story is heard, the prosecution will not be able to rule out the reasonable doubt that Karmelo Anthony may have acted in self-defense,” Howard said.
If convicted, Anthony faces up to life in prison.