Prosecutors face growing pressure to upgrade charges against Karmelo Anthony to premeditated murder after text messages surfaced showing he allegedly wrote about wanting to kill someone before the incident. Messages included: "When I stab somebody I'm gonna lick their blood off the blade" and "How many bullets u want coming out of ur chest?"
If upgraded to first-degree murder, Anthony could face the death penalty. Critics argue his current ~30-year sentence is insufficient given the premeditation evidence. The case now hinges on whether prosecutors can prove intent beyond reasonable doubt using the digital trail.
If upgraded to first-degree murder, Anthony could face the death penalty. Critics argue his current ~30-year sentence is insufficient given the premeditation evidence. The case now hinges on whether prosecutors can prove intent beyond reasonable doubt using the digital trail.