Karmelo Anthony denied new trial after Austin Metcalf murder conviction

Karmelo Anthony’s request for a new trial was rejected following a two-day hearing in Collin County (Picture: Collin County Jail/KDFW)

Karmelo Anthony has been denied a new trial after being convicted of murdering 17-year-old Austin Metcalf at a high school track meet.

The 19-year-old was convicted of murder back in June and sentenced to 35 years in prison.

His lawyers argued that courtroom restrictions and a disputed agreement between prosecutors and his original defence team had violated his rights.

Those arguments fell upon deaf ears.

Retired District Judge Michael Chitty rejected the application on Saturday...