More than $300k raised in support of Texas teen Karmelo Anthony

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More than $300,000 has been raised for high school student Karmelo Anthony, who is accused of fatally stabbing another teen at a track meet.

Community comes together to support Karmelo Anthony

Anthony, 17, is accused of killing Austin Metcalf at a track meet on April 2 in Frisco, Texas, WFAA reported.

Anthony was arrested and charged with murder.

The 17-year-old’s fundraiser on GiveSendGo, says the narrative is false and he’s been wrongfully charged with murder.

At the time of this reporting, the fundraiser has raised more than $300,000 in donations. The goal has been set at $450,000.

“The narrative being spread is false, unjust and harmful,” the description says. “As a family of faith, we are deeply grateful for all of your support during this trying period. Your prayers and assistance mean more to us now more than ever.”

What police has reported

On April 2, Anthony was reportedly sitting in seats at Kuykendall Stadium for Memorial High School students, but he was a student at Centennial High School, WFAA reported.

Police said witnesses reportedly saw Metcalf tell Anthony he had to move his seat in the bleachers during the track meet.

One witness told police that after being told to move, Anthony reached inside his bag and told Metcalf, “Touch me and see what happens.”

The witness said Metcalf touched Anthony, then allegedly grabbed him. Anthony then allegedly stabbed Metcalf once in the chest before running away.

Authorities said Anthony told officers at the scene he was assaulted first and acted in self-defense.

Anthony then allegedly said to investigators, “He put his hands on me. I told him not to.”

Anthony’s family said dealing with Metcalf’s death has been a “challenging and difficult time” for them.

At this time, Anthony is currently being held in a local jail on a $1 million bond.