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Indictment alleges $219,000 embezzled from Norman child advocacy center
Andree Denise Harper, the former executive director of Mary Abbott Children’s House, is accused of taking $219,000 from the nonprofit for personal gain. The alleged misuse, which included spending on plastic surgery, came to light after financial irregularities were discovered in 2025.
A grand jury indictment alleges that Andree Denise Harper, 46, embezzled $219,000 from Mary Abbott Children’s House, a child advocacy center in Norman, and used some of the money for personal purposes, including plastic surgery.
Harper led the nonprofit for years. Financial irregularities were discovered in 2025, according to information released Oct. 26, 2026.
The allegations concern funds belonging to an organization that serves children and families in the Norman area. The indictment’s claims have not been established as fact in court.