The story of Austin Metcalf, a Texas teen fatally stabbed at a school athletic event, has captured national attention as his alleged killer, Karmelo Anthony, is being described as a victim by some activists.

During a press conference held on behalf of Anthony, Metcalf’s father was kicked out by police and subsequently disparaged by the event’s organizers.

As the New York Post reported, Jeff Metcalf has publicly addressed the disrespect and threats he says he received as he continues to mourn the death of his son:

“They should have pulled me up [to the front] and said, ‘We are so sorry. Our condolences.’ The only thing I would have said was, ‘Okay, can we pray together and show the world we’re united,” he told The Post on Saturday.

After the impromptu appearance, both Metcalf and his ex-wife had police called to their houses in “swatting” pranks, he confirmed to the Post.

He also resigned from his real estate job Saturday, fearing for his colleague’s and clients’ safety, he said.

But Metcalf said he meant no ill will by showing up at the event — he simply wanted to “represent Austin” in response to people disparaging him online, painting the late teen as a violent bully.

Metcalf said he’d hoped for an apology from the Anthonys for the actions of their son, who allegedly stabbed Austin, also 17, in the heart during a fight over a seat at a high school track meet in Frisco, Texas, earlier this month.

What he did not expect was to be escorted out of the building by Dallas police.

At the conference, Karmelo’s mother Kala Hayes spoke through tears about what she called “lies and false accusations that have been said about us, especially over the past week,” claiming they have “put my family in danger.”

The tragic story has fueled significant social media discussion in recent days:

CALLS ARE GROWING LOUDER FOR AUSTIN METCALF’S KILLER TO REMAIN BEHIND BARS UNTIL HIS TRIAL pic.twitter.com/fqmP8UcQ9f

— Matt Wallace (@MattWallace888) April 19, 2025

As a black man, I don’t approve of other black people cheering on the death of Austin Metcalf because of his skin color

Austin was more than just a white boy. He was someone’s son, friend, nephew and brother. He was a human and he should still be alive pic.twitter.com/kgVaOUa2zS

— Terrence K. Williams (@w_terrence) April 15, 2025

The media says HE’S the victim and that he was bullied by Austin Metcalf.
Am I the only one who calls bullsh*t on this one? pic.twitter.com/Ui7xgxuEdh

— Gary M (@gman5180) April 19, 2025

Fox News also reported on the controversial activist responsible for the recent press conference:

Alexander hosted a press conference on Thursday and slammed the father of the victim for being a “disrespect to the dignity of his son” after he showed up to the press conference that he was “not invited” to, according to Alexander.

“That was disrespectful and just shows you all the character,” he continued. “He was not invited. He knows that it’s inappropriate to be near this family, but he did it. So, I say to people, actions speak louder than words.”

Alexander’s comments immediately went viral Thursday across social media, which led to online sleuths resurfacing his long criminal record, which has been documented in multiple local reports dating back over a decade. A Fox News Digital review also exposes his longtime support for defunding the police and his ties to the former “Squad” House Democrat and defund-the-police activist Cori Bush, who was defeated last year during her Democratic primary.

Here’s some additional local coverage of the recent developments:

This is a Guest Post from our friends over at WLTReport.

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