Sheriff’s Office Searches for Morgan After Patrol Car Incident
By LYDIA BERGLAR
News Editor
Tommy E. Morgan, age 32, is wanted for Escape, Motor Vehicle Theft, and Interference with Government Property.
The Dade County Sheriff’s Office is searching for 32-year-old male (TJ) Tommy E. Morgan.
The office reported, “We have obtained felony warrants on him in regards to an incident involving a stolen Dade County Patrol Car on Friday, Dec. 9.”
The incident happened while officers were responding to an EMS call. Morgan, who had been handcuffed in the back of the patrol car, managed to climb through the partition and steal the patrol car. Shortly afterwards, he crashed the vehicle on Old Scratch Ankle Road.
Morgan is wanted for three charges:
- Escape (Felony)
- Motor Vehicle Theft (Felony)
- Interference with Government Property (Felony)
The Sheriff’s Office reminds the public that tips can be confidential. Call (706) 657-3233, email info@dadesheriff.com, or message the Dade County Sheriff’s Facebook page with information.