Tensions Grow Over Issues of Race, Fairness as Fundraiser for Teen Charged in Murder of Track Star, 17, Passes $400,000 

The case, which involves the murder of a white teenager by a Black teenager, has ignited a debate over racial dynamics.

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Karmelo Anthony, 17 (L), shown in his police booking photo, has been charged in the stabbing death of Austin Metcalf, also 17. Frisco PD / X

An online fundraiser for the Texas teen accused of fatally stabbing fellow 17-year-old student athlete, Austin Metcalf, has surpassed $400,000, sparking calls for the platform to shut it down. 

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