7-Eleven Employee Fired After Stopping Violent Customer

 On November 14, 2025, Dilyard, working alone at a 7-Eleven in Oklahoma City, was attacked by Kenneth Thompson, 59, after refusing a counterfeit bill.

Thompson threatened her and choked her, and Dilyard shot him in the stomach in self-defense.
Thompson later called 911 and was arrested at the hospital.

Police ruled Dilyard acted legally under Oklahoma’s self-defense law.

Despite this, 7-Eleven fired her on November 17 for violating its strict no-weapons policy.

Some reports say she could have used store items to defend herself.

The case has sparked debate over self-defense rights versus corporate rules.

It highlights tension between personal safety and at-will employment policies.  

“You have a right to defend yourself.” 7-Eleven fires clerk who shot attacker after being choked and threatened