Karmelo Anthony, charged with the murder of Austin Metcalf, has been moved to a secure location due to escalating death threats and harassment following his release on bond. The Anthony family reported alarming incidents, including loitering, threatening mail, and false deliveries. A rally demanding Anthony's re-incarceration, fueled by racial tensions, further prompted the relocation for his safety.
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