Trial judge removed from Karmelo Anthony case as teen seeks new trial
Summary
A judge in Texas was removed from a murder case involving 19-year-old Karmelo Anthony, who was convicted of stabbing a fellow student to death. Anthony’s lawyers requested a new trial, arguing the judge showed bias and unfair courtroom rules during the trial.Key Facts
- Karmelo Anthony was convicted and sentenced to 35 years in prison for killing 17-year-old Austin Metcalf at a high school track meet.
- The original judge, John Roach, was removed from the case after defense lawyers questioned his fairness and courtroom restrictions.
- Roach had issued a gag order and banned electronics in the courtroom because of the trial’s high public profile.
- Defense attorneys pointed to Roach’s public comments after the verdict as evidence of bias.
- Prosecutors said the judge acted fairly and accused social media of trying to disrupt the trial.
- Judge Sid Harle agreed to remove Roach and take over the case.
- Anthony’s lawyers claim issues with the jury instructions, defense rights, and evidence in the trial.
- A new hearing on Anthony’s request for a new trial is scheduled soon.
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