Family of Frisco Student Accused in Track Meet Stabbing Speak Out

Family's Plea for Fair Trial

• 💔 Carmelo Anthony's family spoke publicly for the first time following their son's arrest in the stabbing death of 17-year-old Austin Metafath.
• ⚖️ The mother, Kayla Hayes, pleaded for the public to allow the legal process to unfold, stating, "Our son deserves the same rights under the law."
• ⚠️ The family has experienced targeted discrimination and threats since the incident, with concerns for the safety of other children.

Legal Proceedings and Restrictions

• 🚫 While not present at the press conference, Carmelo Anthony is under a court order preventing any contact with the Metaf family.
• 🚓 Organizers reportedly called Dallas police to remove Austin Metafath's father, Jeff, from the venue ahead of the press conference.