Frisco, Texas — The release of Karmelo Anthony, a student charged in a fatal stabbing incident at a local track meet, has ignited a wave of controversy and backlash in Collin County. The situation escalated after Judge Angela Tucker lowered Anthony’s bond, permitting him to be placed under house arrest.
As a result of her decision, Judge Tucker has faced significant harassment, including an alarming trend of doxing, which involves the public disclosure of private information. Collin County officials have confirmed that both the judge and her family have become targets of this behavior.
Scott Becker, a former judge in Collin County and current attorney, expressed his outrage over the treatment of Judge Tucker. “It’s appalling that she and her family are enduring severe harassment simply for fulfilling her judicial responsibilities,” he stated. Becker emphasized that the decision to alter Anthony’s bond was part of Judge Tucker’s professional duty.
In light of the threats directed at her, the Collin County Sheriff’s Office has stepped up security measures to ensure the judge’s safety. “Our primary focus is on the protection of Judge Tucker,” a sheriff’s spokesperson said.
The circumstances around the case have sparked discussions about the fairness of scrutiny directed at judicial decisions. Becker pointed out that judges are randomly assigned to cases and do not choose which trials to oversee. He raised a thought-provoking question about racial dynamics in the controversy: “Would there be the same outrage if the judge and the defendant were of different backgrounds?”
Becker is no stranger to threats but noted that the intensity of the harassment Judge Tucker is currently experiencing is unprecedented. He indicated that judges have certain legal protections, such as using state-issued vehicle plates and listing courthouses as their addresses on official documents, to safeguard their privacy.
Despite the intense public pressure, Becker strongly believes that it is crucial for judges to maintain their independence in making decisions. He expressed frustration with the uninformed opinions that have surfaced in response to the bond reduction. “What would you say to this mob?” Becker challenged in an interview. “Shut up. Sit down. You don’t understand the complexities involved. Let a good judge do her job without interference.”
As the investigation into the doxing incidents proceeds, the focus remains on upholding judicial integrity while ensuring the safety of those who serve in the legal system.
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