Authorities in Wagoner County are investigating the tragic and suspicious death of 23-year-old Cheyann Anderson, whose body was found early Thursday morning on the front porch of her home in the Whitehorn Cove area. The shocking discovery has left family, friends, and neighbors in deep grief.
Deputies responded to a 911 call reporting an unconscious woman at the residence and found Anderson deceased, bearing severe injuries. Preliminary investigations indicate she was beaten with a wooden bat and tased, though the official cause of death awaits confirmation from the medical examiner. Sheriff Chris Elliott described the incident as “very, very tragic,” emphasizing the youth and promise of the victim.
Two of Anderson’s roommates, Christopher Zwirtz and Roberta Slagle, have been arrested on assault charges. Investigators said Slagle admitted to tasing Anderson during an altercation, while evidence confirmed that Anderson had been struck with a bat. Both suspects remain in custody at the Wagoner County Jail as the investigation continues. Authorities believe the death is likely a homicide, and detectives are conducting interviews, reviewing surveillance footage, and gathering further evidence.
Cheyann Anderson leaves behind a two-year-old daughter, a loss that has profoundly affected her family. Her grandmother remembered her as a happy, loving person from a good family, tragically harmed by those she lived with. Her mother shared a heartfelt tribute, describing Cheyann’s love for life, family, and especially her daughter.
Born on June 12, 2002, in St. Mary’s, Maryland, Anderson graduated from Porter High School and worked at McDonald’s, where she enjoyed helping others. She had a deep love for the outdoors, including horseback riding, hunting, and fishing, and was known for her affection toward animals and nature. Family members said she cherished her role as a mother above all else.
Sheriff Elliott urged anyone with information about the case to contact the Wagoner County Sheriff’s Office, stressing that community cooperation is crucial in solving violent crimes. Meanwhile, the Whitehorn Cove community has rallied around Anderson’s family, providing support during this heartbreaking time.
Cheyann Anderson’s life, though tragically cut short, is being remembered for her love, kindness, and devotion to her daughter, whose care and memory remain the focus of her grieving family.