Judge Angela Tucker, who is presiding over the Austin Metcalf murder case, is beefing up security upon receiving alleged threats after reducing suspect Karmelo Anthony‘s bond.
As we previously shared, on April 2, Karmelo Anthony, 17, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder for allegedly killing Austin Metcalf, 17. The football and track star died in his twin brother Hunter Metcalf’s arms. The incident occurred at a track meet — where the boys’ schools both met — in Kuykendall Stadium in Frisco, Texas.
Before allegedly pulling a knife on Austin, Karmelo, a senior at Centennial High School, claimed the victim told him he was sitting in the wrong seat. Officials accuse Karmelo of stabbing Austin in the chest as his identical twin brother watched in horror and ran over to help. Frisco Police said, “Despite lifesaving measures by police and fire personnel, including CPR and the administration of blood, the [17]-year-old died.” Later, hospital officials pronounced him dead.
Karmelo Anthony Claims Self-Defense In Austin Metcalf’s Fatal Stabbing
On April 3, Karmelo’s father, Andrew Anthony, told The New York Post he’s “a good kid,” but provoked by violence. Andrew said, “Everyone has already made their assumptions about my son. But he’s not what they’re making him out to be. He was not the aggressor. He was not the one who started it.”
Andrew said his son got caught in the moment and made a mistake. He added, “I feel bad for the other parents and family, and words can’t explain how both [families] have been affected by this tragedy.” Although Karmelo confessed to the incident, he is also claiming self-defense. Austin Metcalf’s grieving father also questioned Karmelo Anthony’s upbringing and parents as he forgave his son’s alleged killer.
Karmelo Anthony’s Released On House Arrest After Bond Reduced In Austin Metcalf’s Fatal Stabbing
On Monday (April 14), Judge Angela Tucker reduced Karmelo Anthony’s $1 million bond to $250,000. Mike Howard, Karmelo’s new attorney, argued that the $1 million bond was unnecessary. He said his client has no history of criminal activity and the judge agreed to reduce his bond.
Hours later, Karmelo posted bond and was released from the Collin County Jail. As reporters asked him to explain his “self-defense” claim, he remained quiet. Upon release, Karmelo was fitted with an ankle monitor and ordered to remain on house arrest until trial. He can now only leave his house with prior approval from the court.
Karmelo must be supervised by a parent or designated adult at all times. He is also required to check in with the judge’s bailiff every Friday morning. Furthermore, he is prohibited from using social media and cannot contact the family of the alleged victim in any way.
Judge In Karmelo Anthony And Austin Metcalf Case Gets More Security After Alleged Threats
Following her key decision to reduce Karmelo Anthony’s bond in Austin Metcalf’s murder, Judge Angela Tucker allegedly began receiving threats, resulting in beefed up security, according to TMZ. The judge also reportedly turned her X account private shortly after the bond reduction hearing.
On Tuesday (April 15), the publication reported that the Collin County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) added more protection around Judge Angela Tucker after reducing Austin’s suspected killer’s bond from $1 million to $250,000; ultimately allowing him to be released on house arrest until trial.
The Collin County Sheriff’s Office said “court staff and concerned citizens” alerted them to the alleged threats against the judge. Subsequently, investigators, as well as the FBI, are looking into the alleged comments. Anyone attempting to dox the judge and release private and personal information about her to the public is a target. The CCSO said:
“If the individual responsible is identified, potential charges could include Unlawful Disclosure of a Residence Address or Telephone Number and Obstruction or Retaliation.”
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