Austin Metcalf
TikTok Dance Appears to Present Individuals Mocking Teen’s Demise
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A disturbing TikTok pattern is drawing widespread backlash after customers started posting movies that seem to mock the killing of Texas teen Austin Metcalf.
The movies function individuals dancing to a rap music known as “Austin Bop,” with some seemingly performing out stabbing motions and others holding knives as they mimic the deadly assault. Further clips embrace jokes and memes concentrating on Metcalf and his household.
The pattern facilities on the 2025 killing of the 17-year-old, who was fatally stabbed throughout an altercation at a highschool monitor meet. Karmelo Anthony was later convicted of homicide and sentenced to 35 years in jail after a jury rejected his declare of self-defense.
The music used within the movies contains lyrics referencing the stabbing and Metcalf’s demise. One other monitor circulating on-line reportedly takes purpose at Austin’s twin brother, Hunter Metcalf, who was with him within the aftermath of the assault.
The movies have been extensively condemned throughout social media, with many customers calling the pattern merciless and accusing creators of turning a household’s tragedy into viral leisure.