Bombshell surveillance footage has emerged showing the fatal confrontation between high school track star Austin Metcalf and Karmelo Anthony, potentially destroying Anthony’s self-defense claims in the shocking April stabbing at a Texas track meet.
Surveillance Video Contradicts Self-Defense Claims
New surveillance footage from Kuykendahl Stadium in Frisco, Texas, obtained exclusively by the Daily Mail, appears to contradict the self-defense narrative pushed by Karmelo Anthony and his supporters. The video captures crucial moments before the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf, a talented high school track athlete, during what should have been a routine track meet on April 2.
According to law enforcement officials familiar with the case, the confrontation began when Metcalf approached Anthony for sitting in an area not designated for his team. What happened next has become the central point of contention in a case that has divided the community and raised serious questions about school security.
Anthony, a senior at rival Centennial High School, now faces first-degree murder charges as an adult for the stabbing. Investigators revealed that Anthony allegedly taunted Metcalf before producing a black knife and delivering a single, fatal stab wound to the chest.
Authorities have confirmed that paramedics arrived nine minutes after the stabbing, but despite their efforts, Metcalf did not survive the attack. In one of the most heartbreaking details to emerge, Metcalf’s twin brother Hunter was present and reportedly held his brother as he bled out at the scene.
Chilling Evidence Revealed
The Daily Mail was one of only two news organizations granted access to view the 40-minute surveillance video that captured the incident. What the footage reveals directly challenges Anthony’s version of events, according to sources close to the investigation.
The surveillance video shows students sitting quietly under the Memorial High School pop-up tent before the sudden chaos erupted. While the actual stabbing isn’t visible on camera, witnesses told police that Anthony issued a chilling warning to Metcalf, saying “Touch me and see what happens” before the fatal encounter.
🚨BREAKING: Video proves that Karmelo Anthony murdered Austin Metcalf in cold blood and lied to the police about it being self defense.
Jeff Metcalf is an idiot for defending his son’s murderer and attacking Jake Lang and I. pic.twitter.com/84JMINdm8T
— Philip Anderson (@VoteHarrisOut) June 20, 2025
Court documents obtained by multiple news outlets paint a disturbing picture of Anthony’s actions following the stabbing. According to an affidavit filed in the case, Anthony made the startling admission to authorities, “I’m not the alleged, I did it,” apparently confessing to the crime.
The video footage, which Frisco school officials have confirmed exists but have not released publicly, reportedly shows no obvious physical confrontation before the stabbing occurred. This directly contradicts Anthony’s claim that Metcalf put his hands on him first, necessitating an act of self-defense.
Community Division and Legal Battle
Anthony was released on a $250,000 bond and is currently under house arrest with an ankle monitor as he awaits further legal proceedings. His family has raised over $535,000 for legal defense and relocation expenses, citing safety concerns following the incident.
The fundraising efforts have sparked outrage among many in the community who view them as inappropriate given the circumstances of Metcalf’s death. The stark division highlights the emotional impact this case has had on local residents and the broader public.
“grabbed Anthony to tell him to move and Anthony pulled out… a black knife and stabbed Austin once in the chest.”
Prosecutors are building a case suggesting Anthony’s actions were premeditated, noting that he allegedly warned Metcalf before stabbing him. The surveillance footage is expected to be a key piece of evidence when a grand jury considers the murder charge against Anthony.
According to court documents, investigators believe Anthony entered the Memorial school tent area where he didn’t belong, was told to leave by Metcalf, and then escalated the situation through taunting that led to the physical confrontation. The lack of visible provocation on the surveillance footage could severely undermine Anthony’s legal defense strategy.
Security Failures Under Scrutiny
The tragic incident has raised serious questions about security protocols at school sporting events. Many parents and community members are demanding answers about how a student was able to bring a weapon to the track meet and how the confrontation was allowed to escalate to deadly violence.
Karmelo Anthony is not a hero.
His family LIED about having financial problems to get a lower bond and then (allegedly) BOUGHT A HOUSE…
Why are they treating this kid like a celebrity?!?
pic.twitter.com/KE5MKnkxcz— Graham Allen (@GrahamAllen_1) April 16, 2025
School district officials have been tight-lipped about potential security changes, but sources indicate that metal detectors and increased security personnel will likely be implemented at future events. The case highlights the growing concern about violence in educational settings across America.
As the legal process moves forward, the surveillance footage will undoubtedly play a crucial role in determining Anthony’s fate. The first-degree murder charge carries significant penalties in Texas, especially since Anthony is being tried as an adult despite being a high school student.
The Metcalf family continues to mourn the loss of their son while seeking justice through the legal system. Austin Metcalf was known as a talented athlete with a promising future ahead of him before his life was tragically cut short in what appears to be a senseless act of violence.
This case serves as a stark reminder of how quickly conflicts can escalate and the devastating consequences that can follow. The community remains divided, with some supporting Anthony’s right to a fair trial and others demanding swift justice for what they see as a cold-blooded murder of a young man with a bright future.
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Frisco ISD track stabbing: District does not release video, but let us watch it. Here’s what we saw.