Anthony’s New Trial Denied | Raleigh News

Karmelo Anthony’s bid for a new trial after being convicted of murder in the 2025 track meet stabbing has been denied, sealing his 35-year sentence despite claims of self-defense and courtroom unfairness. His lawyers argued a “gentleman’s agreement” among attorneys and restrictive court rules denied him a fair shot — but the judge rejected those points, citing the evidence. The original jury convicted Anthony in just three hours, without him taking the stand. Prosecutors blamed him for provoking the fatal attack, while defense focused on self-defense — both sides agreed to exclude sensitive character evidence to avoid further escalation. Though this ruling stands, Anthony’s team can still appeal, and a new judge now oversees the case after the previous one was removed over impartiality concerns.

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