Indiana State Police (ISP) released an advisory on Monday warning that Jacob Allen Morley, a 28‑year‑old man convicted of murder in Tennessee, may be in Indiana or nearby Midwestern states. Morley escaped from a Tennessee correctional facility more than a week ago and remains at large.
What officials know
Sgt. Kevin Getz, spokesperson for ISP, said the agency does not have concrete evidence placing Morley in Indiana, but the suspect’s known movements suggest he could be anywhere within a broad region that includes Tennessee, Kentucky, Indiana, and Illinois. “If you look at the timeline when he made his escape last week, he could be anywhere within this Midwest, Tennessee, Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois region,” Getz explained.
Authorities recovered a 2008 Ford F‑150, believed to have been stolen by Morley, in Marion, Illinois, last Tuesday. The vehicle’s location supports the theory that the fugitive is traveling northward through the Midwest.
Previous investigative leads
Four days prior to the advisory, investigators examined a possible link between Morley’s escape and a bank robbery in Wisconsin, but the connection proved unfounded and the suspect was not located.
Public safety instructions
Morley was convicted in 2022 of the murder of Cody Burchfield and is considered armed and dangerous. He is described as a white male, 5 ft 11 in, weighing approximately 240 lb. Getz urged anyone who believes they have seen Morley to avoid confrontation. “If he happens to be observed, just continue to do what you’re doing, don’t approach him. Pick up the phone and make that call, and provide any physical information as far as description, vehicle description, any of that,” he said.
Residents can reach Indiana State Police at 800‑453‑4756 to report tips or sightings. The agency emphasized that the advisory is precautionary and that public vigilance is essential to ensuring community safety while the search continues.
Why the advisory matters for Indiana residents
Although the suspect’s exact whereabouts remain unknown, the advisory reflects ISP’s commitment to keeping Indiana citizens informed about potential threats. By issuing timely alerts, law‑enforcement agencies aim to empower the public to act responsibly and assist in the safe apprehension of dangerous fugitives.
Authorities continue to coordinate with neighboring state agencies, including Tennessee and Illinois law‑enforcement, to track Morley’s movements. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact ISP immediately.
Original reporting: 93.1 WIBC (Indianapolis) — read the source article.
