Stabbing Incident at Frisco ISD High School Track Meet – On the morning of April 2, 2025, a tragic incident occurred at the Frisco Independent School District’s Kuykendall Stadium during the University Interscholastic League’s (UIL) District 11-5A championship track meet. Around 10 a.m., an altercation between two students escalated into a violent stabbing, resulting in the death of one student and the arrest of another. The victim, a 16-year-old student from Frisco Memorial High School, succumbed to his injuries after efforts to resuscitate him were unsuccessful. The identity of the victim has not yet been publicly released by authorities.
The altercation took place amidst the track meet, which was attended by multiple schools from the Frisco ISD. The students involved were reportedly engaged in a dispute when one of the individuals, identified by police as 17-year-old Karmelo Anthony, allegedly stabbed the 16-year-old victim. Following the stabbing, emergency responders, including Frisco police and paramedics, arrived at the scene to administer immediate medical care. CPR was performed on the victim, and blood was administered in an attempt to save his life. Unfortunately, despite these efforts, the 16-year-old died from his injuries at the scene.
Karmelo Anthony, the suspect, was arrested on a charge of murder. His bond has not yet been set, and police have not disclosed further details regarding the motive behind the incident. As of now, there has been no release of information about the events leading up to the stabbing, and investigations are ongoing.
Frisco ISD officials quickly responded to the situation, suspending the track meet in light of the emergency. In an official statement, the district confirmed that the stadium was immediately secured, and all students present were sent back to their home campuses. The district expressed its condolences and assured the public that support would be provided to the affected students and families.
The UIL also expressed its sorrow in a statement, acknowledging the tragic nature of the event. “UIL is deeply saddened by the tragic incident that took place at the District 11-5A track meet at Frisco ISD’s Kuykendall Stadium,” the organization stated. They expressed their condolences to those impacted and confirmed that they were working closely with district officials to provide necessary support during this difficult time.
Frisco ISD, in coordination with law enforcement, sent out notifications to the parents and students of the involved schools, including Memorial High School, Frisco High School, Centennial High School, Emerson High School, Heritage High School, Independence High School, Lebanon Trail High School, and Liberty High School, informing them of the situation and offering additional resources for emotional support.
The death of the 16-year-old student has left the Frisco community in shock and mourning. While the investigation continues, the incident raises broader concerns about violence in schools and how to address conflicts before they escalate into violent actions. As the district and local authorities work together to understand the circumstances of the altercation, the community remains focused on supporting the families affected and ensuring such tragedies are prevented in the future.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of addressing student mental health, conflict resolution, and ensuring safe environments at school events. The Frisco ISD community and the UIL are continuing to offer their support during this tragic time.
