The recording everyone wanted to hear is finally out. 

Days after Karmelo Anthony was sentenced to 35 years in the death of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf, newly released audio is giving the public another look at the moments immediately following the tragedy. As more people hear what was captured, the case is once again dividing opinions online.

What exactly was said after the incident, and why are listeners focusing on 1 specific exchange more than anything else?

Now thousands are replaying the recording, saying 1 moment in the audio changes how they see the entire case… The following is a detailed, objective journalistic report on the recently concluded sentencing of Karmelo Anthony, integrating the latest revelations from the newly published courtroom audio and investigative evidence.