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Karmelo Anthony murder trial begins a year after fatal track meet stabbing in Frisco
By Hannah Jones and Maria Guerrero at NBC DFW
· June 3, 2026
· 1 min read
The trial for Karmelo Anthony, a Frisco teenager facing a first-degree murder charge after admitting to fatally stabbing a student during a confrontation at a high school track meet, begins in Collin County on Thursday. If Anthony is convicted, he faces between 5 years and 99 years in prison. NBC 5
Key takeaway If Anthony is convicted, he faces between 5 years and 99 years in prison.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The trial of Karmelo Anthony, a teenager accused of fatally stabbing a student at a track meet, raises concerns about safety and violence in North Texas schools. While the incident occurred in Frisco, the impact is felt across the region, including in Fort Worth, where students and parents are likely to be following the case closely. The fact that the stabbing happened at a school event, in a setting that is typically considered safe, is particularly disturbing. As the trial progresses, the community will be watching to see how the justice system responds to this tragedy. In Fort Worth, the school district and law enforcement agencies will likely be reviewing their own safety protocols to ensure that similar incidents can be prevented. The city's residents will also be thinking about the broader implications of this case, including the need for programs and initiatives that address youth violence and promote conflict resolution skills.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 3, 2026 ·
Source: NBC DFW ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The trial for Karmelo Anthony, a Frisco teenager facing a first-degree murder charge after admitting to fatally stabbing a student during a confrontation at a high school track meet, begins in Collin County on Thursday. If Anthony is convicted, he faces between 5 years and 99 years in prison. NBC 5
When was this published? This article was first published on June 3, 2026 by NBC DFW and curated for The Fort Worth readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Hannah Jones and Maria Guerrero at NBC DFW. To learn more about how The Fort Worth selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
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