Manhunt Intensifies for Escaped Convicted Murderer Jacob Morley After Tennessee Prison Break
A massive manhunt is underway for a convicted murderer who escaped from a Tennessee prison on Sunday evening, sparking a multi-state search. Jacob Morley, 28, slipped through a fence at the Northwest Correctional Complex in Tiptonville, a community in northwest Tennessee, and then stole a pickup truck, according to authorities. The Tennessee Department of Correction (TDOC) announced the escape on Monday, stating that staff noticed Morley was unaccounted for around 11:30 p.m. on Sunday. It remains unclear how he managed to get through the fence.
On Monday, surveillance video captured Morley stealing a pickup truck from the 400 block of Keystone Drive, roughly two miles south of the prison, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported. The TBI said on Tuesday afternoon that the stolen truck was found abandoned in Marion, Illinois, but Morley’s whereabouts remain unknown. As the manhunt expanded beyond Tennessee, the Missouri State Highway Patrol urged residents to remain alert and check their surveillance cameras for any sign of the escaped inmate. The search now spans multiple states, with law enforcement agencies coordinating efforts to locate Morley.
Morley was serving time for murder, though further details about his conviction have not been released. His escape has raised concerns about prison security and prompted a thorough review of the incident. The TBI has asked anyone with information about Morley’s location to contact authorities immediately. Residents in Tennessee, Illinois, Missouri, and surrounding areas are advised to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
As the manhunt continues, officials are urging the public to remain cautious. Morley is considered dangerous, and anyone who spots him should not approach but instead call 911. The investigation into how he escaped is ongoing, and authorities are working tirelessly to ensure public safety. The FOX True Crime Team is following the story closely and will provide updates as new information becomes available.
Shimanta Das 
