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Manhunt for Travis Decker Enters Fourth Week Without Confirmed Sightings

Authorities have found no certain evidence of Decker’s survival, prompting a resource shift to focus on locating him or recovering his remains.

This undated photo provided by the Wenatchee Police Department shows Travis Caleb Decker who the police are asking the public for help in locating the Washington state father who is wanted for murder after his three young daughters were reported missing and then found dead.
Air support, including helicopters operating in remote terrain, play a critical role in search efforts for Travis Decker.
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Overview

  • On June 2, deputies discovered Paityn, Evelyn and Olivia Decker dead near Rock Island Campground, each asphyxiated with plastic bags over their heads and zip ties on their hands.
  • A multi-agency task force including the Kittitas and Chelan County sheriffs, U.S. Marshals and federal partners has scoured remote Cascade Range terrain using helicopters, K9 teams and experienced trackers.
  • Search efforts now include cadaver dogs deployed this week and extra patrols across Blewett Pass, Teanaway Valley and surrounding backcountry.
  • Decker, 32, is a former Army infantryman with survival training and documented mental health struggles who remains considered armed and dangerous.
  • Whitney Decker spoke publicly for the first time at a June 20 memorial service, honoring her daughters’ legacy and urging the community to keep providing tips.