North Texas student stabbed at track meet dies. Suspect arrested, Frisco police say
A 17-year-old North Texas student was stabbed and killed during a fight at a Frisco ISD track meet on Wednesday morning, Frisco police said.
Officers and firefighters responded to the stabbing about 10 a.m. in the 6900 block of Stadium Lane. A fight between two students resulted in one stabbing the other, police said.
Police said the 17-year-old victim died despite lifesaving measures including CPR and the administration of blood.
The school and family members identified the victim as Austin Metcalf, a junior at Frisco’s Memorial High School.
Austin’s father, Jeff Metcalf, told KXAS-TV that the suspect apparently got angry after being told he was sitting in the wrong spot and being asked to move. He said that his son didn’t know his attacker, who stabbed him in the heart with a knife.
Austin’s twin brother, Hunter, witnessed the stabbing, their father told the NBC station. “They were twins, identical twins, and his brother was holding on to him, trying to make it stop bleeding, and he died in his brother’s arms,” Jeff Metcalf told KXAS. “I rushed up there and I saw him on the gurney and I could tell — they said he wasn’t breathing.”
Jeff Metcalf described his son as a leader who made good grades and was an MVP on the Frisco Memorial High football team.
“He was a bright young man with a great future ahead of him,” Metcalf wrote on a GoFundMe page. “He was a leader of men. His smile would light up the room. His passion for football was unbelievable. Voted team MVP this past season and carried a 4.0 GPA. He was looking forward to taking his game to the next level. His commitment, dedication, leadership, and sheer grit made him rise to the level of success that he desired. His twin brother, Hunter, played beside him. We will all remember him for the way he impacted others’ lives. I love you forever, son. It’s not goodbye, it’s see you later. God will take care of us till we meet again. RIP. Love, Dad.”
The father also said he feels sorry for the suspect’s family and is trying to forgive, KDFW-TV reported.
“We have got to be kind to each other,” Metcalf told the Fox news station. “You need to show compassion, show empathy. Not anger. Not rage. Teach your kids right from wrong and pray to God this doesn’t happen to yours.”
The suspect, 17-year-old Karmelo Anthony, also a Frisco ISD student at Centennial High School, is in custody and there is no further threat to the public, police said.
Anthony will face a murder charge. His bond has not been set.
“Tomorrow morning, we will acknowledge Austin’s death during 2nd period and will offer support throughout the day,” Memorial High’s principal said in a letter to parents Wednesday. “District and campus counselors will be available to support your child through the grieving process.”
A prayer vigil was scheduled to be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Hope Fellowship in Frisco.
Frisco ISD officials said in an earlier email to parents that the high school track meet was suspended and students were sent back to their home campuses.
The University Interscholastic League (UIL) District 11-5A championship track meet was being held at Kuykendall Stadium.
“The Frisco Police Department grieves with all those affected by this devastating loss and extends its deepest condolences to the victim’s family, students, and staff who are experiencing unimaginable pain,” police said in a news release. “The department is collaborating with the Frisco Independent School District and will continue to provide any support they need during this incredibly difficult time.”
Police said they are still investigating the details of what led to the stabbing.
As the investigation continues, anyone with information is asked to contact the Frisco Police Department’s non-emergency number at 972-292-6010 or submit a tip using Tip411 (text FRISCOPD + the tip to 847411).
This story was originally published April 2, 2025 at 12:35 PM.