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The trial judge who presided over the case of Texas teenager convicted of fatally stabbing a 17-year-old athlete at a high school track meet was ordered removed from the case as the defendant seeks a new trial and appeals his conviction.
Supporters of Karmelo Anthony reacted after Judge John Roach Jr. was recused from the next phase of Anthony’s murder trial outside the Collin County Courthouse on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, in McKinney, Texas.
This incident took place on August 19, 2026, and Anthony's supporters celebrated outside the courthouse, expressing their hopes for a fair trial. The recusal of the judge came as a result of a request made by Anthony's defense team, aiming to ensure that the upcoming trial phase is conducted fairly. The schedule for the next phase of the trial has yet to be determined.