Twin brother of teen fatally stabbed at school track meet speaks out “He died in my arms”

In an emotional interview, Hunter Metcalf described the devastating moment he held his twin brother Austin as he died after being stabbed during a school track meet in Frisco, Texas.

On April 2, what began as a typical school day turned into a nightmare for students and families at the David Kuykendall Stadium in Frisco, Texas. Memorial High School junior Austin Metcalf was taking part in a track meet, competing in discus and shot-put, when a confrontation turned deadly. His twin brother, Hunter, witnessed the tragedy firsthand.

According to Hunter, the two were sitting together in their school’s tent when a student from another school—later identified as 17-year-old Anthony Karmelo—entered the tent uninvited. When the Metcalf twins asked him to leave, the situation escalated quickly.

“He started getting aggressive and talking reckless, and my brother stepped in,” Hunter told WFAA. “He said, ‘You need to move,’ and the kid said, ‘Make me.’”

Moments later, Karmelo allegedly pulled a knife from his backpack and stabbed Austin once in the chest before fleeing the scene.

“I tried to help him”

Hunter, who was born just four minutes after Austin, tried to save his brother’s life as blood poured from the wound. Choking back tears, he shared how helpless he felt in that moment.

“I didn’t see the stab… but then I looked at my brother… and I’m not going to talk about the rest. I tried to help him.”

Emergency responders arrived quickly and tried to revive Austin. But the injuries were too severe. He was taken to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

“They were identical twins,” said their father, Jeff Metcalf. “His brother was holding on to him, trying to make the bleeding stop, and he died in his arms.”

A bond beyond words

The Metcalf brothers weren’t just siblings—they were inseparable. Whether on the football field, at track meets, or just hanging out, they were always together.

“We did everything together. You name it, it was always us two,” Hunter said. “He was my best friend… my big brother even though we were the same age.”

Austin was a star athlete, known for his strength and kindness. As a standout linebacker, he inspired his teammates and was a role model to his brother. Hunter said he always looked up to Austin, calling him “a stud” on and off the field.

“I always tried to fill those shoes and play with him. Our last year together was this year… It’s really heartbreaking to not see him next year on the field.”

The suspect faces murder charges

The suspect, Anthony Karmelo from Centennial High School, was arrested shortly after the stabbing. Police say he threw the knife into the stadium bleachers and later admitted to the attack.

“I’m not alleged, I did it,” he reportedly told officers.

According to court documents, Karmelo claimed the stabbing was in self-defense. He is now charged with first-degree murder and is being held on a $1 million bond.

Austin’s death has shaken the Frisco community. Friends, classmates, and even strangers have shared messages of support and grief. A GoFundMe page created by his father describes Austin as “a bright young man” whose “smile would light up the room.”

The family is now focused on healing and honoring Austin’s memory. Hunter says he’ll continue to carry his brother with him in everything he does.

“He knew how much I loved him… I would do anything for him. He was always there for me.”

This heartbreaking incident is a painful reminder of how quickly life can change. A small disagreement turned into a life-ending moment, leaving a family shattered and a community grieving.

As Hunter Metcalf bravely shares his story, his love for his twin brother shines through every word. While Austin’s life was tragically cut short, his impact will be felt for years to come.

Rest in peace, Austin.