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Collin County Jury Sentences Karmelo Anthony, 35 Years; $635K Raised

6/13/2026

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Karmelo Anthony Convicted

District Attorney Greg Willis said the verdict delivered accountability and thanked the community for its cooperation.
A Collin County, Texas jury convicted Karmelo Anthony of murder and sentenced him to 35 years in prison.
Judge John Roach Jr. said the jury acted correctly and he can sleep peacefully.
His lawyers filed an appeal the next day, and a campaign raised over $635,000.

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GiveSendGo Shuts Fundraiser

GiveSendGo shut down the Karmelo Anthony fundraiser after it raised more than $630,000 following his murder conviction.
A Collin County, Texas jury unanimously convicted Karmelo Anthony of first-degree murder after three hours of deliberation.
Observers highlighted the all-white jury and claims of disproportionate scrutiny of the Black teenager.
Lawyers appealed, prompting GiveSendGo to say the family could start a fundraiser for appellate costs.

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Center coverage emphasized the 35-year prison sentence and comments from the district attorney and judge, which are not highlighted in the Left summary.
Left coverage gave less weight to sentencing details, focusing instead on the fundraiser closure and racial debate.

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Karmelo Anthony Convicted

District Attorney Greg Willis said the verdict delivered accountability and thanked the community for its cooperation.
A Collin County, Texas jury convicted Karmelo Anthony of murder and sentenced him to 35 years in prison.
Judge John Roach Jr. said the jury acted correctly and he can sleep peacefully.
His lawyers filed an appeal the next day, and a campaign raised over $635,000.

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