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Karmelo Anthony seeks retrial and judge’s removal
Summary by The Plano Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Steven Dial , as published by FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth) - News
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points His legal team has filed motions seeking a new trial and the removal of Judge John Roach from the case. For more information on the developments in this case, readers can refer to the original report from FOX 4 KDFW.
In Collin County, lawyers for Karmelo Anthony have taken steps to challenge his murder conviction. Anthony was found guilty in connection with the stabbing death of Austin Metcalf at a Frisco track meet. His legal team has filed motions seeking a new trial and the removal of Judge John Roach from the case.
The motions cite concerns over public comments made by Judge Roach and alleged constitutional violations. Further details on the case and the motions filed by Anthony's lawyers are available from news outlets.
For more information on the developments in this case, readers can refer to the original report from FOX 4 KDFW.
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Category: Local ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth) - News ·
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What is this story about? In Collin County, lawyers for Karmelo Anthony have taken steps to challenge his murder conviction. Anthony was found guilty in connection with the stabbing death of Austin Metcalf at a Frisco track…
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