In this episode of True Crime, Authors and Extraordinary People, David McClam takes a deeper look at the Karmelo Anthony case through one central question:

What if this was self-defense?

This is not an episode about repeating every headline, racial talking point, or argument already made around the case. Instead, we step back and examine the details that continue to raise serious questions.

Was Karmelo Anthony trying to leave the situation? Was he pulled back into the confrontation? Did the physical evidence, including questions surrounding the coroner’s report and the reported wound measurements, receive the level of scrutiny it deserved? And did the full context of fear, physical contact, and the moments before the stabbing get properly understood?

David approaches this episode from a common-sense perspective after extensive research into the case. This is not about minimizing Austin Metcalf’s death or claiming to know more than the jury. It is about asking whether the self-defense argument was fully heard, fully understood, and fairly weighed.

A verdict was reached. But are all of the questions answered?

Listen now and join the conversation with respect.

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