A Texas teenager charged with fatally stabbing another high school student is living his best life after getting released on bond, as donations continue to pour in.
17-year-old Karmelo Anthony is accused of murdering Austin Metcalf during a track meet.
Anthony was released from jail after a judge slashed his bond, prompting renewed debate over the case and its legal, racial, and social implications.
Fundraising campaigns for Anthony’s defense have provided the accused killer and his family with money to fund a lavish lifestyle amid national media attention.
Despite admitting to the stabbing, Anthony has claimed through his legal team that he acted in self-defense.
The fatal incident occurred during a high school track meet on April 2.
Metcalf, a student at Memorial High School, reportedly confronted Anthony for sitting under his team’s tent.
The two did not attend the same school.
The argument escalated, and Anthony allegedly produced a knife and stabbed Metcalf in the chest.
Metcalf later died in his twin brother’s arms.
Anthony was released from custody after a judge slashed his original bond from $1 million.
His release came amid public outcry from supporters and backlash from others, with the case drawing national attention.
Dominique