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.