# Austin Metcalf

Type: Person

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## Timeline

- **2026-08-20**: Hearing on motion for a new trial — The court is scheduled to address the defense's new-trial motion, which cites alleged constitutional rights violations during the initial proceedings.
- **2026-08-19**: Hearing on motion to replace Judge John Roach — Defense attorneys argue for a new judge to oversee post-trial proceedings, citing alleged prejudicial statements by Judge Roach made after Anthony's conviction and 35-year sentence.
- **2025**: Austin Metcalf killed at Texas track meet — The underlying incident that led to the murder charge against Karmelo Anthony occurred at a Texas track meet, resulting in the death of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf.

## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### Karmelo Anthony Seeks New Trial, Judge Ouster Over 35-Year Sentence
2026-08-18 23:18:03 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 5/10 · Sources: 5

Defense counsel for Karmelo Anthony is pursuing dual post-conviction motions — recusal of the trial judge and a new trial — ahead of hearings on August 19-20, 2026. The defense alleges a breached pretrial evidence agreement and a rushed Fifth Amendment advisement, while the Collin County DA's office maintains the trial was ethical and compliant. The proceedings test Texas recusal standards and the enforceability of informal pretrial agreements.
Full story: https://getlegalbrief.com/story/karmelo-anthony-new-trial-recusal-35-year-sentence

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