Karmelo Anthony, 19, was found guilty of murdering 17-year-old Austin Metcalf during a high school event in Frisco, Texas. Karmelo Anthony, 19, has been found guilty of murder in the fatal stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf during a high school track meet in Frisco, Texas, according to ABC News. The verdict brings the case into its next phase, where sentencing will determine how long he may spend in prison.A courtroom sketch, provided by Pat Lopez shows Karmelo Anthony, center, at the defense table, the jury on the left and the presiding judge on the right, June 4, 2026, in McKinney, Texas, during the trial of a teen accused of fatally stabbing another during a track meet in suburban Dallas last year. (Pat Lopez via AP)Anthony was indicted on first-degree murder charges over the April 2, 2025 stabbing at a Frisco Independent School District stadium during a track and field championship.Prosecutors described the killing as “senseless” and “plain and simple murder,” while the defense argued Anthony acted in self-defense after an altercation under a school tent in the stadium bleachers.Jurors heard several days of testimony before reaching a verdict within hours of deliberation, WFAA reported. Anthony did not take the stand during the trial.When will Karmelo Anthony be sentenced?As of now, a sentencing date has not been publicly announced, according to ABC News and WFAA.Prakriti Deb is a journalist at Hindustan Times Digital, where she is part of the US Desk. She works on stories related to American politics, crime, sports, entertainment and weather. She particularly enjoys covering political developments that have global ripples. Through her work, she aims to break down complex events in a way that feels simple and understandable. Before joining the Hindustan Times, she worked with The Indian Express Digital, where she covered world affairs. She holds a postgraduate degree in Mass Communication with a specialisation in Journalism, along with a bachelor’s degree in English Literature. Outside the newsroom, Prakriti enjoys travelling and stepping out of her comfort zone. She finds her sense of being through storytelling in all its forms, including conversations, painting, theatre, dance and photography. She appreciates discussions that challenge her perspective and help her see the world a little differently.Read MoreSee Less