AUSTIN (KXAN) — A 16-year-old is dead, and the suspect is in custody after an altercation between two students escalated to a stabbing at a track meet in Frisco, the Frisco Police Department said in a news release Wednesday.
Officials responded around 10 a.m. to the track meet in the 6900 block of Stadium Lane in Frisco and discovered the altercation led to one of the students stabbing the other.
A spokesperson for the Frisco Independent School District said the 11-5A championship track meet took place at the stadium. The track meet included more than 100 students from eight schools, NBC 5 reports.
“Despite lifesaving measures by police and fire personnel, including CPR and the administration of blood, the 16-year-old victim died,” police said in the release.
The suspect was identified as 17-year-old Karmelo Anthony of Frisco, according to police. He was charged with murder, a first-degree felony. No bond was set for Anthony as of Wednesday.
“The Frisco Police Department grieves with all those affected by this devastating loss and extends its deepest condolences to the victim’s family, students, and staff who are experiencing unimaginable pain. The department is collaborating with the Frisco Independent School District and will continue to provide any support they need during this incredibly difficult time,” police said.
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