Tennessee authorities search for inmate who escaped prison while serving life sentence

FOX23 News at 9 p.m.

TIPTONVILLE, Tenn. (KBSI) — The Tennessee Department of Correction is searching for an inmate who escaped from the Northwest Correctional Complex on Sunday, Oct. 25.

Authorities identified the inmate as Jacob Allen Morley, 28, who is serving a life sentence for first-degree murder.

According to the Tennessee Department of Correction, Morley was convicted in Carter County of first-degree murder, aggravated burglary, tampering with evidence, evading arrest and vandalism.

Morley is described as 5 feet, 11 inches tall and weighing approximately 240 pounds. He has brown hair and green eyes.

The department said it is working with law enforcement agencies to locate Morley and take him back into custody.

Officials have not released details about how Morley escaped or where he may be headed.

Authorities are warning the public not to approach or attempt to apprehend Morley.

Anyone with information about his whereabouts is urged to call 911 or contact the Tennessee Department of Correction at 844-832-3463 (844-TDC-FIND).

The department said additional updates will be provided as more information becomes available.