Delvaughn Moore Convicted of Murder in South Bend
A jury found Delvaughn Moore guilty of murder following a trial concerning a 2024 homicide at the Miami Hills Apartments.
Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in Violence
A jury has convicted Delvaughn Moore of murder following a four-day trial in South Bend. The conviction follows the discovery of 42-year-old victim Montague, who was found dead under her bed during an October 2024 welfare check.
Why it matters
The conviction brings legal closure to the investigation of a homicide involving strangulation and blunt force trauma. The case now moves toward a final sentencing hearing.
Delvaughn Moore faces a maximum sentence of 65 years in prison following his conviction by the jury. Sentencing for the defendant is currently scheduled for November 5, 2026.
The players
Delvaughn Moore
He is the defendant who was found guilty of murder by a jury in South Bend.
South Bend Police Department
This local law enforcement agency conducted the welfare check that led to the discovery of the victim.
Montague
She was the 42-year-old victim of a homicide discovered by police in 2024.
The details
South Bend Police Department officers located the body of the victim during a welfare check at the Miami Hills Apartments on October 22, 2024. Evidence presented during the trial established that the victim died of homicide caused by strangulation and blunt force trauma.
Timeline
October 22, 2024: South Bend police discovered the victim during a welfare check.
October 2026: The jury trial concluded with the conviction of Delvaughn Moore.
November 5, 2026: The court scheduled the sentencing hearing for the defendant.
Legal Context
The conviction follows standard judicial procedures within the St. Joseph County court system. This case aligns with the typical adjudication process for homicide investigations handled by the local prosecutor's office.
The resolution of this trial concludes a significant criminal investigation that took place within a local apartment complex. Residents can now anticipate the final sentencing phase of the legal process regarding this homicide case.
The takeaway
The jury has successfully reached a verdict following a comprehensive four-day trial into the 2024 homicide. The case remains under local court oversight until the final sentencing date in November.
What happens next
Delvaughn Moore is scheduled to appear in court for his sentencing hearing on November 5, 2026.
Further reading
For more information on legal proceedings in the area, visit the Violence section.
