Carmelo Anthony trial update: Shocking details revealed about Austin Metcalf stabbing, ‘family left room…’

Anthony has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder in the April 2, 2025, slaying of Nate Kraft. He claimed he stabbed 17-year-old Metcalf to death in self-defense.

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“Dr. Elizabeth Ventura, the medical examiner, just testified.” Morello wrote on. “The medical examiner confirmed that Austin was stabbed once in the chest. The stab wound was to part of his heart and to the bone in the center of his chest.”

She added, “The knife completely penetrated the wall of Austin’s heart. Prosecutors tried to show autopsy photos. They handed them to the defense. Carmelo looked away. According to the Daily Mail, a female juror “covered her mouth” when she saw Austin’s heart. Austin Metcalfe’s parents and some of his family members left the room to avoid hearing the details. Carmelo Anthony’s mother also walked out.”

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The confrontation occurred when Metcalf told Anthony to leave while he was sitting under the team tent at Memorial High School. Witnesses told investigators that Anthony reached into the bag and warned, “Touch me, see what happens,” NBC DFW reported. Anthony allegedly pulled a black knife from his backpack and stabbed Metcalf in the chest. Metcalf died in the arms of his twin brother.

If convicted, Anthony could face 5-99 years in prison or life in prison. In the Texas criminal justice system, 17-year-olds are considered adults.