FRISCO, Texas — The investigation into the fatal stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf continues as Frisco Police work to uncover the events leading to the violent incident. The police report lists nearly 30 students from track teams at five Frisco schools and half a dozen coaches as witnesses, though their names remain blacked out.

Mental health experts are urging parents of students who witnessed the attack to monitor their children for signs of trauma. Veronica Sites, a trained mental health crisis counselor, emphasized the importance of counseling for those affected.

“There is a likelihood that there will be post-traumatic stress,” said Sites. “So that they know and see and experience that they are not in this alone, give them space to talk if they are open to visit. But also pay attention if they’ve lost their appetite or having disruptions to sleeping.”

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Meanwhile, the teenager charged with stabbing Metcalf has been transferred from Frisco to the Collin County Jail. The police report reveals that Karmelo Anthony, 17, claimed self-defense, telling officers, “I’m not alleged, I did it,” and “He put his hands on me, I told him not to.”

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The victim’s mother released a statement expressing gratitude for the support received during this difficult time.

“My son and I are profoundly thankful for the overwhelming support, prayers, and love we have received,” she said. “Tragedies inevitably raise questions that remain unanswered. We will entrust the detectives handling the investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding Austin’s passing, while our family, Hunter, and I prioritize commemorating and honoring Austin. We extend our gratitude to everyone who has supported us in numerous ways and helped sustain our family during this difficult time.”