In a shocking and tragic turn of events, former TV news anchor Angelynn “Angie” Mock has been charged with first-degree murder after allegedly stabbing her 80-year-old mother, Anita Avers, to death on Halloween morning (October 31, 2025) in Wichita, Kansas. The case has sent shockwaves across the United States, given Mock’s once-prominent career in television journalism.
Who is Angelynn Mock?
Angelynn Mock, also known as Angie Mock, is a former television news anchor who worked at KTVI Fox 2 in St. Louis, Missouri, from 2011 to 2015. After leaving the news industry, she transitioned into sales and later took up a position at a data management software company in the Midwest. Known for her calm on-screen presence, Mock’s professional life appeared stable and far removed from the disturbing events that have now placed her in national headlines.
What Happened on Halloween Morning
According to reports from the New York Post, Wichita police were called to a residence in the 1000 block of North Broadview Avenue on the morning of October 31 after a report of a cutting incident. When officers arrived, they found Angelynn Mock standing outside, covered in blood and with injuries on her hands.
Inside the home, her mother, Anita Avers, was discovered lying in bed with multiple stab wounds. She was rushed to the hospital but was pronounced dead shortly after arrival. Authorities later confirmed that Mock herself had placed the 911 call, allegedly telling dispatchers that she had killed her mother “to save herself.”
The Investigation So Far
Mock was arrested at the scene and later charged with first-degree murder. She is currently being held at the Sedgwick County Jail on a $1 million bond. Investigators have yet to confirm a clear motive, and the case remains under active investigation.
Anita Avers, the victim, was a respected marriage and family therapist in Wichita. Friends and colleagues described her as kind, empathetic, and deeply committed to helping others. The revelation that her daughter is accused of taking her life has stunned the local community.
