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Karmelo Anthony seeks retrial and judge’s removal
By Steven Dial at FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW)
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
Lawyers for Karmelo Anthony, convicted of murder in the Frisco track meet stabbing of Austin Metcalf, have filed motions for a new trial and the recusal of Collin County Judge John Roach, citing problematic public comments and constitutional violations.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The request for a retrial and judge's removal in the Karmelo Anthony case has significant implications for the local community, particularly in terms of trust in the judicial system. As the case originated from a violent incident at a Frisco track meet, the outcome will be closely watched by residents in neighboring cities, including Southlake . The motions filed by Anthony's lawyers alleging problematic public comments and constitutional violations by Collin County Judge John Roach will undergo scrutiny, and the decision on the judge's recusal could set a precedent for similar cases in the region. The community will be looking for a fair and transparent process, and the handling of this case will be a test of the local justice system's ability to ensure due process and maintain public confidence. The outcome of these motions will be closely followed in Southlake and surrounding areas.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Lawyers for Karmelo Anthony, convicted of murder in the Frisco track meet stabbing of Austin Metcalf, have filed motions for a new trial and the recusal of Collin County Judge John Roach, citing problematic public comments and constitutional violations.
When was this published? This article was first published on July 7, 2026 by FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) and curated for Southlake News readers.
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