Meet Fierce “New Black Panther Party” Chairwoman Demanding Freedom for Convicted Murderer Karmelo Anthony: “Black Power — It’s About Godd*mn Time!”

Krystal Muhammad, national chairwoman of the New Black Panther Party, celebrated the recusal of Judge John Roach Jr. from convicted murderer Karmelo Anthony’s case and demanded Anthony’s release, alleging judicial racism. The recusal means a new judge will consider Anthony’s motion for a new trial, but does not overturn his conviction or sentence. New evidence presented after the recusal includes Anthony’s alleged threats and stalking behavior prior to the murder.

• New Black Panther Party national chairwoman Krystal Muhammad celebrated the recusal of Judge John Roach Jr. from Karmelo Anthony’s murder trial.
• Muhammad demanded the release of Anthony, who was convicted of murder and sentenced to 35 years.
• She alleged that racism influenced the trial, preventing jury instructions on self-defense.
• The recusal places Anthony’s motion for a new trial before a different judge.
• New evidence disclosed after the recusal included Anthony’s alleged stalking of his former girlfriend and text messages fantasizing about stabbing someone.
• Karmelo Anthony reportedly admitted to the stabbing immediately after police arrived.