Karmelo Anthony's mother Kala Hayes told CBS News that her son "didn't mean to hurt anyone" and "was defending himself" when he stabbed another student, Austin Metcalf.

Closing arguments are expected Tuesday as jurors are sequestered in their hotel and have been instructed to stay off social media.

Karmelo Anthony’s defense team rested Monday, June 8, but his one decision “potentially narrows some pathways to acquittal,” an expert has said.