The parents of Karmelo Anthony, the teenager accused of fatally stabbing Austin Metcalf, addressed the media for the first time at a press conference organized by the Next Generation Action Network, a Dallas-based advocacy group. The press conference was delayed due to the arrival of Austin Metcalf’s father, who was subsequently removed by the police due to a court order prohibiting contact between the parties.
Dominique Alexander, president of the Next Generation Action Network, emphasized the importance of the event as an opportunity for the Anthony family to address public misconceptions and share their perspective. The family planned to make a statement and take questions from the press.
Karmelo Anthony was released from jail after his bond was reduced from $1 million to $250,000. Under new bond conditions, he is required to wear an ankle monitor and seek permission for any movement outside his home. During the bond hearing, Anthony’s defense attorney, Mike Howard, expressed satisfaction with the reduced bond amount. The prosecution noted that the Anthony family had raised over $400,000 through crowdfunding, suggesting they could have met the original bond amount.
The case continues to be closely watched, with both families present at the bond hearing and the broader community seeking clarity on the events leading to Metcalf’s death. The legal proceedings will further explore the details of the incident as both parties prepare for the next steps in the judicial process.