$300K Raised for Teen Suspect in Frisco Track Meet Stabbing
A fundraising campaign launched to support the legal defense of 17-year-old Karmelo Anthony, the teen charged with first-degree murder in the fatal stabbing of a fellow student at a Frisco, Texas, high school track meet, has raised nearly $300,000 as of April 9, 2025. Hosted on the Christian crowdfunding platform GiveSendGo, the campaign has drawn widespread attention and debate. Anthony’s family works to secure his release from the Collin County jail, where he remains held on a $1,000,000 bond.
The incident occurred on April 2 at Kuykendall Stadium during a UIL District 11- 5A track meet. According to reports, an altercation between 17-year-old Austin Metcalf and Anthony escalated, resulting in Metcalf being fatally stabbed in the chest. Witnesses indicated that the dispute began over seating arrangements under a tent during a rain delay. Despite immediate medical attention, Austin succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Anthony was subsequently arrested and charged with first-degree murder. He is currently held in the Collin County jail with a bond set at $1 million. Anthony's defense attorney has indicated plans to seek a bond reduction, asserting that the incident may have been an act of self-defense.
In response to the charges, Anthony's family initiated a fundraising campaign on GiveSendGo to assist with legal expenses. The campaign has raised nearly $300,000, drawing both support and criticism from the public. GiveSendGo co-founder Heather Wilson defended the platform's decision to host the fundraiser, emphasizing the presumption of innocence until proven guilty.
The Frisco community remains deeply affected by the tragedy. Memorial High School, where Metcalf was a student and athlete, has offered grief counseling services to students and staff. A memorial service for Metcalf is scheduled for April 12 at Hope Fellowship Frisco East, allowing friends, family, and community members to honor his memory.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. Frisco Police have cautioned against spreading misinformation on social media, noting that false narratives can hinder the investigative process and cause additional distress to the families involved.
