“Violent Felon” escapes, lands on Tennessee’s Top 10 Most Wanted

FRANKLIN, Tenn. (WCBI) – An inmate slips custody in Tennessee, landing him on their top ten most wanted list.

Joseph Perkins reportedly assaulted a Tennessee Highway Patrolman before making his escape, early Friday morning. He was being walked into the Williamson County Jail.

Perkins has an extradition warrant from his home county of Tuscaloosa County, Alabama.

It’s possible the suspect stole a white Vulcan Materials 4-door Ford F-250 bearing Tennessee license plate: 36H-1037 to flee the area.

Following his escape, Perkins is wanted for Felony Evading, 3 counts of Reckless Endangerment and Theft over $10,000.

Franklin Police describe Perkins as a violent felon with a lengthy history.

He’s 6’2″ weighing around 180lbs. He was last seen wearing a white t-shirt, gray shorts and handcuffs.

There is a $2,500 reward for information leading to his arrest.