A life-sentenced inmate escaped from prison over the fence. He stole a Ford and drove away.

Jacob Allen Morley escaped from Northwest Correctional Complex in Tennessee on October 25, 2026. He was noticed missing during a routine check and was seen on security footage breaching the prison fence. After his escape, Morley stole a 2008 Ford F-350 from a nearby farm, which was later found abandoned in Illinois. He is a convicted murderer, sentenced to life imprisonment for killing his coworker, Cody Birchfield, in 2022. Authorities have issued a warning about Morley, stating he may be dangerous, and a reward of up to $2,500 is offered for information leading to his capture. The search involves local law enforcement and aerial support.