Carmelo's Spokesperson
Appearances
Serialously with Annie Elise
269: The Controversial Case That’s EXPLODING: What Happened to Austin Metcalf
Every Texan has the right to defend themselves when they reasonably fear for their life. Self defense is a protection that applies to each and every one of us. There are two sides to every story. And Carmelo is a 17 year old kid and an excellent student. He is the captain of his track team. He is the captain of his football team.
Serialously with Annie Elise
269: The Controversial Case That’s EXPLODING: What Happened to Austin Metcalf
And prior to this, what was on his mind was what college he was going to go to. This is a tragedy all the way around for both families. Rushing to judgment. You know, trial by public perception and trial by media is not how we ensure justice is done. We are confident that after a full investigation that the truth will come out.
Serialously with Annie Elise
269: The Controversial Case That’s EXPLODING: What Happened to Austin Metcalf
I feel it's fair. You know, bond, as the judge said, is not supposed to be an instrument of oppression. It's not supposed to keep people in jail. It's not supposed to punish people.
Serialously with Annie Elise
269: The Controversial Case That’s EXPLODING: What Happened to Austin Metcalf
Good afternoon. My name is Kayla Hayes. I am the mother of Carmelo Anthony. Three years ago, my family moved to North Texas, searching for a better life. Like so many other families, we wanted to give our children the future we did not have. My husband worked hard every single day to provide for us, to make sure we're in the best financial position possible.
Serialously with Annie Elise
269: The Controversial Case That’s EXPLODING: What Happened to Austin Metcalf
As a stay-at-home mom, I made it my life's mission to ensure our children are loved, nurtured and supported every step of the way. In wake of this tragic incident, our family has been under attack. Whatever you think what happened between Carmelo and the Metcalf boys, my three younger children, my husband, and I didn't do anything to deserve to be threatened, harassed, and lied about.
Serialously with Annie Elise
269: The Controversial Case That’s EXPLODING: What Happened to Austin Metcalf
The lies and false accusations that have been said about us, especially over the past week, has been overwhelming. The lies and their amplification put my family in danger, as well as everyone in our community, everyone involved in the investigation, from the police, the attorneys, and the court staff.
Serialously with Annie Elise
269: The Controversial Case That’s EXPLODING: What Happened to Austin Metcalf
Our address and my husband's previous employer's address has been put on all social media platforms. My husband had to take a leave of absence because he's afraid what may happen to our family. His mental health is deteriorating day by day. We have endured death threats. My 13-year-old daughter is afraid to sleep in her own bedroom because she's fearful of what might happen to her.
Serialously with Annie Elise
269: The Controversial Case That’s EXPLODING: What Happened to Austin Metcalf
And let me be clear, the claims The claims that were used about the public donation to buy a home or anything else are completely false. We have not received a single dime from the GiveSendGo fundraiser. And the co-founder has stated that clearly. In the reality, we were just notified yesterday that we could begin to withdraw funds.
Serialously with Annie Elise
269: The Controversial Case That’s EXPLODING: What Happened to Austin Metcalf
And it still takes several days to receive those funds once a request is made. I don't know why we are being targeted and discriminated against before a fair trial. Our son deserves the same rights under the law that everyone is afforded to. He's been raised in a two-parent home with structure, stability, love, and we put God first in everything that we do. We believe in the Constitution.
Serialously with Annie Elise
269: The Controversial Case That’s EXPLODING: What Happened to Austin Metcalf
We believe in the laws of this state. But those laws must apply to all of us, not just some of us. To be clear, we will not speak publicly about specific details of what happened under the tent on that rainy and awful day. There's an active investigation that everyone involved wants to be full and fair. We believe in legal process and that is where the truth will come out.
Serialously with Annie Elise
269: The Controversial Case That’s EXPLODING: What Happened to Austin Metcalf
To the family who experienced the loss, my heart truly goes out to you. To those who have supported my family, thank you from the bottom of our hearts. We ask for your continued support, patience, and prayers as we navigate this difficult process. Thank you.