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Karmelo Anthony sentenced to 35 years in fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf at Frisco track meet

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This story was reported by Emily DeMotte, KERA, Dylan Duke, KERA, Associated Press at Houston Public Media.

Summary by Spring Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Emily DeMotte, KERA, Dylan Duke, KERA, Associated Press, Houston Public Media · June 10, 2026 · 1 min read

A Collin County jury found Karmelo Anthony guilty of fatally stabbing Austin Metcalf at a Frisco high school track meet last year.

Why this matters in Spring

The closure of westbound US 290 in the Cypress area due to an overturned 18-wheeler is a stark reminder of the risks associated with the busy highways that crisscross our region. As a major thoroughfare, US 290 is a critical route for commuters and commercial traffic, and incidents like this can have a significant impact on traffic flow and safety. Fortunately, the Cy-Fair Fire Department reported that the five people transported to local hospitals were in stable condition. The incident occurred near the intersection of 290 and North Eldridge Parkway, an area that is also served by the Harris County Sheriff's Office and Constable Precinct 4, which will likely be involved in the investigation and cleanup efforts. Residents of nearby communities, including Spring, should be aware of the potential for traffic disruptions and plan their routes accordingly, taking into account the Grand Parkway and Interstate 45 as alternative routes.

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Category: local · Published: June 10, 2026 · Source: Houston Public Media · Reading time: 1 min

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Karmelo Anthony sentenced to 35 years in fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf at Frisco track meet

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