Texas Football Star Austin Metcalf Arrested for Stabbing at Frisco Track Meet
In a shocking incident at a Frisco track meet, 18-year-old Austin Metcalf, a prominent Texas high school football star, has been arrested for the stabbing death of a fellow student. The tragedy unfolded at Kuykendall Stadium, where a dispute escalated into violence, leading to the fatal stabbing.
According to the arrest affidavit, the altercation began over a disagreement during the event, resulting in Metcalf allegedly using a knife to stab the victim. Emergency services rushed to the scene, but the victim succumbed to his injuries. The community is reeling from the loss, with many expressing disbelief that such a violent act could occur at a school sporting event.
Adding a poignant layer to the tragedy, Metcalf had recently posted on social media about his faith and belief in God, starkly contrasting the violent act he is now accused of committing. The incident has sparked a broader conversation about safety at school events and the pressures faced by young athletes.
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Why was Teen stabbed at Track Meet?
Hunter Metcalf said the stabbing occurred after his brother asked the suspect to leave their school's tent at the meet. 'I tried to whip around as fast as I could, but I didn't see the stab,' he told WFAA. 'It was really senseless. I don't know why a person would do that to someone, just over that little argument.'
Who stabbed the boy in Frisco?
Frisco police said after an altercation, Karmelo Anthony stabbed Metcalf who was taken to a hospital where he died. Anthony was arrested and charged with first-degree murder.
Why was Austin Metcalf stabbed at a track meet?
FRISCO, Texas — Metcalf's father, Jeff Metcalf, told KXAS the stabbing happened when the teen suspect became upset after being told he was in the wrong spot. Austin Metcalf and the suspect did not know each other, according to Austin's dad. Austin's twin brother, Hunter, was there when the stabbing happened.
Who killed Austin Metcalf in Texas?
Frisco police released the arrest report in the deadly high school track meet stabbing that left 17-year-old Austin Metcalf dead. The alleged suspect, 17-year-old Karmelo Anthony, appeared in court Thursday.
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