GiveSendGo fundraiser for Texas stabbing suspect nears $150,000
An online fundraiser for Karmelo Anthony, the Texas high school student accused of stabbing fellow 17-year-old student-athlete Austin Metcalf to death at a track meet in Frisco, Texas, has raised nearly $150,000 in donations. The Anthony family released a statement on the crowdfunding platform GiveSendGo, disputing the narrative surrounding the incident and expressing gratitude for the outpouring of support.
The Help Karmelo Official Fund was established to assist Karmelo and his family during this challenging time. The fund has raised $144,873 so far, with a fundraising goal of $200,000. The tragic altercation between Karmelo and Austin occurred during a track meet at Kuykendall Stadium in Frisco, where both boys were competing in the state’s University Interscholastic League’s District 11-5A championship.
Karmelo Anthony has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with Austin Metcalf’s death. He maintains that he acted in self-defense during the incident. Currently, Karmelo is being held in Collins County Jail on a $1 million bond, which his attorney, Deric Walpole, is seeking to reduce. Walpole stated that he needs to gather more information before making definitive statements about the case.
In a statement to police, Karmelo admitted to stabbing Austin but claimed that it was in response to Austin initiating physical contact with him. Some donors on the GiveSendGo platform have expressed support for Karmelo, citing self-defense laws in Texas and suggesting that racism may have played a role in the incident.
The tragic events at the track meet have sparked a conversation about the legal system, self-defense, and racial dynamics in the community. The Anthony family is appreciative of the support they have received and remain steadfast in their faith during this challenging time.
As the case unfolds, Karmelo Anthony’s legal team continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. The community is grappling with the loss of Austin Metcalf and the implications of the tragedy for all involved. The fundraiser for Karmelo Anthony serves as a reminder of the complexities and nuances of the justice system and the importance of supporting families in times of crisis.
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