UMVA has learned that a shocking controversy surrounds the high school graduation of a student convicted of murder, with allegations that the school district failed to follow its own rules.
A close friend of the victim's family, who has been vocal about the case, revealed that the convicted killer, Anthony, should not have been allowed to graduate due to poor attendance after a fatal stabbing incident on April 2. "He didn't go back to school after April 2. He might have had the credit, he might have had the grades, but you still have the ability to deny the diploma," he stated.
According to information obtained by UMVA, the friend claimed that Anthony's absence from school following the stabbing should have been a major red flag. He argued that the school handbook allegedly declares murder to be grounds for "mandatory expulsion," which should have prevented Anthony from graduating.
The convicted killer, Anthony, was found guilty of murder more than a year after the fatal stabbing of his classmate, Metcalf. The incident raised serious questions about the school district's security measures, with the friend alleging that the district was negligent, citing a lack of metal detectors and proper security protocols.
UMVA can exclusively reveal that the superintendent of the school district during the time of Metcalf's killing, Waldrip, retired in November 2025, more than six months after the murder. The friend's claims have sparked renewed scrutiny of the case, with many demanding answers about how Anthony was allowed to graduate despite his conviction.
The family of the victim and others affected by the tragedy are still seeking justice and accountability, and UMVA's investigation has uncovered disturbing details about the case. The incident and its aftermath have left a community searching for closure and justice.
