Joseph Wayne Worley, 52, was found dead from a single gunshot wound to the back of his head at a Cheshire Township home on April 22, 2026. Deputies from the Allegan County Sheriff’s Office responded after a 911 call placed by Worley’s 44-year-old girlfriend, Jennifer Dana Moore, who reportedly told the dispatcher she had shot her boyfriend.

Deputies say Moore was crying and repeatedly stated she shot and killed Worley; first responders observed Worley’s feet through a window with Moore standing over him. Investigators report the couple had returned from dinner and argued, after which Worley locked himself in a bedroom. When he came out, Moore allegedly grabbed a revolver and later admitted pointing it at his back as he walked toward the kitchen. Moore reportedly simulated a shooting motion and said the gun fired unintentionally because it had no safety.

Moore has been charged with one count of open murder and is being held without bond pending a preliminary hearing. The investigation is ongoing. Does anyone have information about Joseph Worley, his movements that night, or the couple’s history that could help investigators?