Intense Manhunt for Escaped Convict in Tennessee
Escape from Northwest Correctional Complex
Authorities in Tennessee are currently engaged in a manhunt for Jacob Allen Morley, a 28-year-old convicted murderer who escaped from the Northwest Correctional Complex located in Tiptonville. His disappearance occurred late Sunday night, with officials reporting him missing shortly after 11:30 PM.
According to the Tennessee Department of Correction, security footage confirmed that Morley managed to breach the prison’s perimeter fence while wearing his TDOC (Tennessee Department of Correction) uniform.
The Theft of a Work Truck
Following his escape, Morley allegedly stole a white Ford F-350 flatbed truck around 1 AM on Monday, approximately 100 miles north of Memphis. Officials emphasized the urgency of the situation, advising the public in Tiptonville to be vigilant.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has placed Morley on its most-wanted list and requested that residents review any home surveillance footage for possible sightings of him or the stolen vehicle.
Details of Morley’s Appearance
Morley is described as being 5 feet 11 inches tall and weighing 240 pounds. He was last seen wearing a beanie, and security footage depicts a figure matching his description approaching the driver’s side of the stolen truck before driving away.
A reward of up to $2,500 is being offered for information that leads to Morley’s capture. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact local authorities by calling 911 or 1-800-TBI-FIND.
Background Information on Jacob Allen Morley
Morley was convicted of murdering his co-worker, Cody Birchfield, in 2022, having shot Birchfield in the back of the head. Court documents reveal that Birchfield’s remains were discovered in a metal box beneath Morley’s residence. Following his conviction in February 2025, Morley was sentenced to life imprisonment.
In addition to murder, Morley was found guilty of several other charges, including abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence, and aggravated burglary for stealing tools from the victim. During his trial, he was characterized as a “loner” and indicated that he had previously suffered from mental health issues, including bipolar disorder.
