Austin Metcalf’s final words on social media have become a haunting tribute to the 17-year-old’s unwavering spirit. Just days before he was fatally stabbed at a track meet, the Texas teen posted: “Faith that God got me and that my work will pay off.”
The tragedy unfolded on April 2 when an argument with another student, Karmelo Anthony, turned violent. Witnesses say Anthony pulled a knife, plunging it into Austin’s chest. His twin brother, Hunter, cradled him in his arms, begging him to hold on as paramedics rushed to the scene.
Austin’s family is now left with memories of a young man who lit up every room he entered. His father, Jeff Metcalf, called the incident “murder,” while Anthony’s family insists their son was not the instigator.
As tributes pour in, Austin’s last post stands as a testament to his faith—and a reminder of the devastating loss his community now faces.
