Family of Texas Teenager Accused of Killing Track Rival Has Raised More Than $80K for His Legal Defense
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The family of the Texas teenager accused of fatally stabbing a fellow high school track star has started a legal defense fund on his behalf. In a fundraiser posted on GiveSendGo , the family of 17-year-old Karmelo Anthony — who was charged with murder following the death of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf on April 2 — wrote that the accusations against the teen were "false, unjust and harmful." "This is the Official Support Fund for Karmelo and his family during this challenging and difficult time," the family's message states. "The narrative...
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