Boosie Badazz Donates $500K to Convicted Killer Karmelo Anthony.
Rapper Boosie Badazz just wrote a check for half a million dollars – not to a charity, not to a scholarship fund, but to Karmelo Anthony, the 19‑year‑old convicted of murdering 17‑year‑old Austin Metcalf.
“Us black people need to stick together and support this brother. I got $500k for him.”
— Boosie Badazz
The announcement has split social media. Some applaud Boosie for "standing with Black youth" and questioning a justice system they believe is rigged. Others are disgusted, arguing that donating to a convicted murderer sends the wrong message – especially to Metcalf’s grieving family.
Anthony’s mother, Kala Hayes, had previously launched a GiveSendGo fundraiser that raised over $627,000. Boosie’s contribution pushes that total past $1.1 million.
🔥 The Debate
Supporters of Boosie’s move argue that the trial was unfair – an all‑white jury, a self‑defense claim rejected, and a teenager who will spend decades in prison. They see the donation as a form of protest and a lifeline for a family they believe was railroaded.
Critics say Boosie is glorifying a convicted killer. Austin Metcalf lost his life. His family will never see him graduate, marry, or have children. Donating to his killer – regardless of the racial politics – is a slap in the face to the victim’s loved ones.
Jeff Metcalf needs to file a civil suit ASAP!