Fake image circulates claiming to show Karmelo Anthony crying in court
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 1:13 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
A false image purportedly showing Karmelo Anthony in tears during a court appearance has surfaced online. The trial, which took place on June 9, 2026, had strict rules prohibiting cameras, making any authentic courtroom photos impossible. The viral image does not reflect Anthony's actual appearance, as his hairstyle at the time was closely cropped, unlike the medium-length dreadlocks shown in the depiction. Following his sentencing, the Collin County jail released a mugshot that aligns with courtroom sketches. The situation is compounded by a gag order limiting public comments about the case, as stated by Judge John Roach Jr.
- •Karmelo Anthony's trial occurred on June 9, 2026.
- •Judge John Roach Jr. banned cameras in the courtroom.
- •No authentic images from the trial have been released.
- •A new mugshot shows Anthony with closely cropped hair.
- •A gag order restricts comments from involved parties.
- 1:13 AMYahoo Sports — Fact Check: FAKE Photo Shows Karmelo Anthony Crying In Court -- No Cameras Were Allowed
"Does a real photo show Karmelo Anthony crying in court? No, that's not true: No cameras were allowed in the courtroom during the Karmelo Anthony trial, so no authentic courtroom photos exist. Additionally, Anthony's hairstyle in the image does not...
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