October 15, 2024
A Clinton woman has been charged with multiple felonies following a series of violent incidents on October 5th, 2024. Angelique Nicole McLendon, 42, faces four charges: first-degree robbery, attempted robbery, and two counts of assault and battery with a dangerous weapon.
According to the police report, McLendon entered the Family Dollar store in Clinton armed with a large kitchen knife. She allegedly threatened an employee and demanded $400 in cash from the register. When the employed hesitated, McLendon reportedly pointed the knife at him and shouted for him to comply. The robbery was captured on store surveillance footage, which also showed McLendon using the knife to push the employee aside after he opened the register.
Following the incident, McLendon attempted another robbery at a nearby location, where she allegedly tried to steal a woman’s car keys at knifepoint but was unsuccessful. The woman managed to fend off McLendon long enough to escape.
The police responded to both scenes and identified McLendon from eyewitness statements and surveillance footage. After a brief pursuit, officers located her in an alley near 9th Street and Frisco Ave. An Oklahoma Highway Patrol Trooper deployed a bean bag round to subdue McLendon, who had refused commands to drop her weapon. She was arrested and transported to the local police department.
McLendon remains in custody and faces significant prison time if convicted on all charges. The robbery charge alone carries a sentence of 10 years to life in prison.
Copyright 2024 Paragon Communications. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed without permission.
Altus Man Charged After Nearly $2,000 Mistakenly Deposited Into Clinton Bank Account Is Not Returned
Clinton, OK – An Altus man is facing a felony charge in Custer County after investigators said he withdrew nearly $2,000 that had been mistakenly deposited into a business account and failed to return the money after
Arkansas Man Charged With Seven Counts of Arson in Beckham County Grass Fires
Beckham County, OK – An Arkansas man is facing seven felony arson charges in Beckham County after investigators alleged he intentionally set multiple grass fires north of the intersection of State Highway 6 and State Highway 283
Arkansas Man Charged After Allegedly Providing False Information During Firearm Purchase Attempt
Beckham County, OK – An Arkansas man is facing a felony charge in Beckham County after authorities say he provided false information while attempting to purchase a firearm in Elk City. According to a probable cause affidavit
Last Week to Request Absentee Ballots for June 16th Election
Cheyenne, OK – The deadline to request absentee ballots by mail is approaching. Applications must be received by the County Election Board no later than 5 p.m. Monday, June 1st. Roger Mills County Election Board Secretary Kelly
Butler Man Killed in Tractor Accident North of Butler
Custer County, OK – An 82-year-old Butler man died Wednesday evening after being run over by a trailer attached to a tractor in rural Custer County, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol. The incident happened around 5:39
Historic Route 66 Neon Sign to Shine Again in Erick
Erick, OK — A piece of Route 66 history will officially come back to life on Thursday, May 22, as the restored West Winds Court neon sign is relit during a special public ceremony in Erick. The
Former Nurse Charged With Sexual Battery, Arrest Warrant Issued
Beckham County, OK – A former nurse anesthetist at Great Plains Regional Medical Center in Elk City is facing felony charges after multiple female employees accused him of sexual misconduct while working at the hospital. Michael Todd
Elk City ICAC Investigations Result in Lengthy Prison Sentences for Two Offenders
Elk City, OK – Two separate Internet Crimes Against Children investigations conducted by the Elk City Police Department Criminal Investigations Division have resulted in guilty pleas and lengthy prison sentences for two offenders. The sentencing information was
Large Hail Pounds Elk City, Fire Chief Warns Residents About Storm Repair Scams
Elk City, OK – Elk City residents are still assessing damage after a severe hailstorm moved through the area, dropping hailstones reportedly measuring more than three inches in some locations. Elk City Fire Chief Kyle Chervenka told
Voter Registration Deadline Approaching for June 16 Primary Election
Clinton, OK – Friday, May 22, is the last day to apply for voter registration in order to be eligible to vote in the June 16, 2026, Primary Election. Brown said that persons who are United States
Main Street Lamp Posts Get Full-Metal Enhancement
Elk City, OK – It’s a banner day for downtown Elk City. Several new pole-mounted metal banners adorn Main Street’s lamp posts between 3rd and 7th Streets, with more on the way. “While they function similarly to
Watonga Man Charged After Stolen Oilfield Equipment Recovered in Custer County Investigation
Oklahoma City, OK – A Watonga man is facing two felony counts of grand larceny after authorities say stolen oilfield equipment and vehicles were recovered from his property following an investigation by multiple law enforcement agencies. According
Washita County Officers Honored at Oklahoma Law Enforcement Memorial
Oklahoma City, OK – Two Washita County law enforcement officers were honored for their service and sacrifice during the 58th Annual Oklahoma Law Enforcement Memorial. According to a post from the Washita County Sheriff’s Office, Deputy David
Erick Man Injured in I-40 Rollover Crash in Beckham County
Elk City, OK – A 50-year-old Erick man was injured Sunday evening in a rollover crash on Interstate 40 in Beckham County, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol. The collision occurred at approximately 6:25 p.m. on westbound
SWOSU Names Charles & Mary Abercrombie Scholar
Weatherford, OK – Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) has selected Eli Goodman as the Charles & Mary Abercrombie Scholar for the 2025- 2026 academic year. Goodman is from Vernon, Texas, and is studying pharmacy at SWOSU. The
SWOSU Names Charlie M. & Olivia Downs Abercrombie Scholar
Weatherford, OK – Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) has selected Zadyn Johnson of Camargo, Oklahoma, as the Charlie M. & Olivia Downs Abercrombie Scholar for the 2025- 2026 academic year. Johnson is a junior majoring in Early
SWOSU Awards Dr. Donald I. Hamm Memorial Scholarship
Weatherford, OK – Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) has selected Ty Elliott of Weatherford as the recipient of the Dr. Donald I. Hamm Memorial Scholarship for the 2025- 2026 academic year. Elliott is a senior majoring in
Herrmann Named Kristi Rozell Memorial Scholar at SWOSU
Weatherford, OK – Jasmyn Herrmann of Weatherford is the recipient of the Kristi Rozell Memorial Scholarship at Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) for the 2025-2026 academic year. Herrman is a senior majoring in Special Education. The Kristi Rozell
SWOSU Names Neparko Scholarship Recipients
Weatherford, OK – Four students at Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) have received the Neparko Family Chemistry Scholarship for the 2025-2026 Academic Year. The Neparko Family Scholarship was established by Mary Neparko (’70) and the late Dr.
Student Research from SWOSU Earns Recognition at SWAN
Weatherford, OK – Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) students presented research at the 73rd Annual Meeting of the Southwestern Association of Naturalists, held April 23–26 in Tyler, Texas. The conference brings together biologists from across the southwestern
Outdoor Classroom Features SWOSU Faculty and Student-Led Activities
Weatherford, OK – Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) students presented research at the 73rd Annual Meeting of the Southwestern Association of Naturalists, held April 23–26 in Tyler, Texas. The conference brings together biologists from across the southwestern
SWOSU Rover Dawgs Compete at NASA’s 2026 Human Exploration Rover Challenge
Weatherford, OK – Southwestern Oklahoma State University’s (SWOSU) Rover Dawgs recently competed in NASA’s 2026 Human Exploration Rover Challenge (HERC), held at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama. The annual competition, sponsored by NASA’s
SWOSU Names North Family Scholars
Weatherford, OK – Southwestern Oklahoma State University’s (SWOSU) Rover Dawgs recently competed in NASA’s 2026 Human Exploration Rover Challenge (HERC), held at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama. The annual competition, sponsored by NASA’s
SWOSU Names Rebecca Reddin Jones Scholarship Recipient
Weatherford, OK – Mariah Yell of Union City, Oklahoma, has been named the Rebecca Reddin Jones Scholarship at Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) for the 2025-2026 academic year. Yell is a sophomore at SWOSU, majoring in Early
Merritt High School Students Participate in Impaired Driving Awareness Program
Merritt, OK – On April 15, Beckham County Sheriff’s Office School Resource Officers Wendi Holland and Richard Jones partnered with the Oklahoma Highway Safety Office and Oklahoma Highway Patrol to provide Merritt High School students with a
