It began like any other Halloween morning in a quiet Wichita neighborhood — porch decorations still fluttering, kids excited for trick-or-treating, and a calm that felt almost routine. But everything changed moments later, when emergency vehicles filled the street and stunned neighbors whispered in disbelief. A well-known former television news anchor — once seen delivering morning headlines with confidence and poise — was taken into custody after her 80-year-old mother was found critically injured inside their home. It was the kind of moment that left an entire community frozen, wondering how such a heartbreaking situation could unfold behind the doors of a place that once seemed so ordinary.
Authorities responded to a distress call around 7:52 a.m. and arrived to find the former broadcaster, identified as 47-year-old Angelynn “Angie” Elizabeth Mock, outside the residence. Inside, officers discovered her mother, Anita Avers, suffering from multiple stab wounds. Despite emergency efforts, she was pronounced dead shortly after arriving at a nearby hospital. Police immediately detained Mock, who is now facing a first-degree murder charge as investigators search for answers. Court records show she is being held on a $1 million bond while the investigation continues.
As details slowly emerged, an early claim of self-defense surfaced in dispatch audio reported by local media, in which a woman stated she “acted to protect herself.” A neighbor also recalled being approached by a distressed woman asking for help immediately after the incident. Authorities have not confirmed the motive, and they have not indicated whether there were prior reports of conflict between the mother and daughter. For now, those who once knew Mock — a woman with a successful career in television news across multiple states before transitioning into consulting — are left grappling with shock, confusion, and sorrow.
The tragedy stands in stark contrast to the former anchor’s public life, which once included morning broadcasts, community events, and award-winning journalism. Today, however, the focus is not on past achievements but on an ongoing investigation and a grieving family coping with an unimaginable loss. As authorities continue to gather evidence and determine what led to this tragic moment, the community is left mourning an elderly woman remembered by loved ones — and reflecting on how quickly life can change behind closed doors.