The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has increased the reward for information that leads to the capture of Jacob Allen Morley, an inmate who fled the Northwest Correctional Complex in Lake County early Monday. The total reward now stands at $15,000, reflecting the urgency of locating the escaped prisoner.
Reward breakdown
The reward is being offered by three agencies:
- $7,500 from the Tennessee Governor’s Office
- $2,500 from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation
- $5,000 from the U.S. Marshals Service
All three entities are urging the public to come forward with any tips that could help locate Morley.
Details of the escape
Jacob Morley escaped from the Northwest Correctional Complex in Lake County on Monday morning. According to TBI officials, he allegedly stole a truck in Obion County, which was later found abandoned in Marion, Illinois, on Tuesday. The vehicle’s discovery confirms that Morley traveled out of state, but his current whereabouts remain unknown.
Law‑enforcement officials stress that Morley should not be approached. Anyone who believes they have seen him is instructed to call 911 immediately and then contact the TBI tip line at 1‑800‑TBI‑FIND.
Why the increased reward matters
Escapes from correctional facilities pose a direct threat to public safety, especially when the individual is believed to be armed or dangerous. By raising the reward, state and federal agencies aim to incentivize community members to provide actionable intelligence, thereby speeding up the manhunt and reducing risk to residents.
The collaboration between the Governor’s Office, the TBI, and the U.S. Marshals Service demonstrates a unified commitment to public safety across state lines. Their combined effort underscores the importance of swift, coordinated action when a dangerous individual is on the loose.
How to help
If you have any information about Jacob Morley’s location, please call the TBI tip line at 1‑800‑TBI‑FIND. Do not attempt to confront the suspect yourself; instead, call 911 and let law‑enforcement handle the situation.
Community members play a vital role in keeping neighborhoods safe. By staying alert and reporting credible tips, residents help law‑enforcement bring fugitives to justice and maintain the peace that families and faith‑based communities rely on.
Original reporting: Action News 5 WMC (Gray) — read the source article.
