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Karmelo Anthony seeks retrial and judge’s removal
Summary by The Trophy Club Editorial Desk Steven Dial , as published by FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW)
· July 7, 2026
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Key points Further details about the case and the motions filed by Anthony's lawyers are available through FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth. Lawyers for Anthony have filed motions to retry the case and to remove the judge who presided over the trial, Collin County Judge John Roach.
A convicted murderer is seeking a new trial in a case that drew local attention. Karmelo Anthony was found guilty of murder in connection with a stabbing at a Frisco track meet. The victim was Austin Metcalf.
Lawyers for Anthony have filed motions to retry the case and to remove the judge who presided over the trial, Collin County Judge John Roach. The motions cite public comments made by the judge and alleged constitutional violations.
Further details about the case and the motions filed by Anthony's lawyers are available through FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth.
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Category: News Published: July 7, 2026 Source: FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) Reading time: 1 min
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