Judge Denies New Trial in Frisco Track-Murder Case

A Texas judge denied Karmelo Anthony’s bid for a new trial in the Frisco track‑meet stabbing case, leaving his 35‑year murder conviction intact. Defense argued that courtroom restrictions, the trial proceedings conducted without Anthony present, and an informal gentleman’s agreement between prosecutors and his former lawyers violated his rights and tainted the defense. Prosecutors contended the trial was fair. Two days of testimony explored whether the agreement allowed Anthony to testify and what character evidence could be admitted, with some background information about Metcalf and Anthony not presented at trial. A newly appointed judge oversaw the hearings after the original trial judge was recused. The ruling shifts the case toward the appellate process rather than a retrial.